| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
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2
|
1
|
Certified Food Protection Manager |
No |
Yes
|
No |
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed PIC operating with expired ANSI certification (expired as of 08/09/2023). PIC demonstrated knowledge by answering questions during and after inspection. REPEAT.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
23
|
1.50
|
Proper date marking & disposition |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Observed three (3) portions of TCS, non date mark exempt food prepared or opened within the previous seven days (spring mix in prep unit 2, almond and soy milk in RIC) without effective date marking. CDI - EHS confirmed dates of opening with head kitchen employee and date marked food items accordingly.
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed two (2) TCS, non date mark exempt food items (spinach in WIC and vegan pimento cheese in prep unit 2) date marked for greater than seven days prior (12/9 and 12/14, respectively). CDI - Head kitchen employee voluntarily disposed of out of date food items.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . |
|
28
|
0
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed one (1) working container spray bottle, stored with detergents beneath 3 compartment sink. Bottle had panel for relabeling or listing contents, but bottle was unlabeled. CDI - Head kitchen employee voluntarily disposed of bottle contents. |
|
37
|
0
|
Food properly labeled: original container |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed two (2) unlabeled working containers at prep line (water squirt bottle and salt shaker) with no labeling. CDI - EHS labeled working containers via station labeling. |
|
38
|
0
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed one (1) crawling insect at wall of oven area. EHS observed pest control invoices from 2021 and 2022, but owner has since switched to digital invoices. EHS advises facility to direct pest control to more actively prevent pest entry, as well as maintain means of providing up to date pest control records. |
|
40
|
0
|
Personal cleanliness |
No |
No
|
No |
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed one (1) food employee engaged In various kitchen tasks (preparing sauces, washing dishes, etc.) with hair tied back, but no effective hair restraint. |
|
41
|
0.50
|
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed the preparation of in red bucket of properly concentrated sanitizer for in use wiping cloths. However, EHS observed two (2) wiping cloths in side prep room and prep line held on prep tables. CDI - EHS rotated wiping cloths into concentrated sanitizer bucket. Place in use cloths into sanitizer between uses; if wiping cloths are needed at multiple points of preparation, prepare multiple buckets to accommodate wiping cloth storage. |
|
43
|
0.50
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Observed two (2) bowls being stored in tater tots. CDI: Bowls were removed.
3-304.12 (C ) Store in-use utensils on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment. The utensils and storage surface must be cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. Observed in use knives stored between the lids of prep top units. CDI - EHS rotated improperly stored knives to dish pit for corrective cleaning and provided clean knives from magnetic knife block to head kitchen employee. |
|
44
|
0
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
No |
No
|
No |
4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed one (1) box of unopened delivered dish ware in manufacturer packaging stored on the floor of dry storage area. Elevate as needed to prevent potential contamination. |
|
51
|
0
|
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices |
No |
No
|
No |
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed minor pooling of water at working toilet restroom due to leak at handle. Observed out of service toilet in male restroom. Repair toilet plumbing as needed. |
|
55
|
0.50
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
Yes
|
No |
6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Observed exposed absorbent material (concrete) at pipes flooring at ice machine and 3 compartment sink. Resurface/retile floors at areas subject to moisture.
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. - Observed black buildup along the wall-floor joint throughout the kitchen area. Also observed dark buildup on walls at service sink. Clean and increase cleaning frequency to maintain clean. Replace FRP board or floor tiles/grout if unable to clean. REPEAT.
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. - Observed minor surface damage at walls of stalls in female restroom. REPEAT. |