| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
10
|
1
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
No
|
No |
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towel at back hand sink in kitchen area and inoperable paper towel dispenser at bussing station hand sink. CDI-PIC replaced paper towel and fixed towel dispenser. |
|
16
|
0
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed two thin probe thermometers stored clean with food debris and grease on food contact surface of thermometer. CDI-PIC sanitized food contact surface of thermometers.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 . |
|
22
|
3
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
No |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed TCS foods in cold holding units throughout facility out of cold holding temperature such as in four (4) flip coolers containing white cheese sauce, hollandaise sauce, turkey gravy, beef gravy, bacon jam, salsa, sour cream and diced ham, (2) cold drawers containing TCS foods such as T-bone steaks, beef patties, and chicken breast, and TCS food in one (1) reach in cooler containing TCS food such as sausage links, mozzarella cheese, and diced potatoes. CDI-All TCS food items in all flip top coolers, cold drawers, and reach in cooler was discarded. Note: immediate suspension issued
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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . |
|
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 grilled chicken and smoked sausage in walk in cooler without date marking. PIC stated items were prepared yesterday evening. CDI-PIC dated items with yesterdays date.
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 .
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 an opened gallon of milk in walk in cooler without a date marking. PIC stated they could not remember when milk was opened. CDI-PIC discarded milk.
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 |
No |
No
|
No |
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observe two (2) spray bottles of sanitizer stored on counter top at bussing station. CDI-PIC relocated spray bottles to chemical storage area. |
|
36
|
0
|
Thermometers provided & accurate |
No |
No
|
Yes |
4-204.112 (B) Provide and position correctly an air thermometer in cold/hot holding equipment. Did not observe thermometers in flip top coolers or reach in coolers. |
|
38
|
1
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a few flies and a few live roaches in kitchen. Contact pest control for removal of pests.
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed kitchen back door with a gap when fully closed. Repair. -REPEAT VIOLATION- |
|
39
|
0
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
No |
No
|
No |
3-306.11 Protect food on display using shields, packaging, or other effective means. -P Observed opened case of sliced cheese with part of plastic removed and cheese stored directly touching shelving in walk in cooler. CDI-PIC placed case of sliced cheese in plastic container with plastic wrap over top. |
|
44
|
0
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
No |
No
|
No |
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed metal containers stacked wet at clean dish area.
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 various plates stored clean on shelving under grill with food spatter and dried food debris. |
|
47
|
0.50
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
No |
No
|
No |
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed reach in coolers, cold drawers, and flip top coolers not maintaining TCS foods (temperature control for safety) at 41F or below. -Repair or replace units. Note:Immediate suspension issued.
Also observed walk in cooler not fully latching leaving a slight air gap. CDI-PIC closed walk in cooler but latch needs to be repaired to keep from leaving air gap.
4-502.11(C ) Maintain air thermometers in good repair and accurate. Observed inoperable air thermometers in walk in cooler and “wheel” low boy. -Replace |
|
49
|
1
|
Non-food contact surfaces clean |
No |
Yes
|
No |
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside and out side of reach in coolers, walk in cooler as well as gaskets and cooler shelving, and inside hot holding well containing stagnant water, and inside and outside of microwave with grease and build up of food debris and in need of cleaning. -REPEAT VIOLATION- |
|
55
|
1
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
Yes
|
No |
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 cleaning needed for fans in walk in cooler and ceiling tiles in various parts of the kitchen with dust build up as well as remove large puddles of stagnant water from dry storage area and various areas around back kitchen. -REPEAT VIOLATION-
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 cracked floor tiles holding pooled water throughout kitchen area. Also observed inoperable ac unit in kitchen with ambient air temperature in mid 90F nearest grills, flip top coolers and reach in coolers. -repair |