VALENTINO PIZZERIA TRATTORIA 2

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee not changing gloves or washing hands, changing tasks and handling ready to eat food. Operator coached employee. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed clam and mussel tags not in chronological order. All are thrown into a bag.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food stored on the walk in freezer floor. Operator moved items. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood walls over grill and the hood filters.

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted walk in cooler shelves and fan guards. Repeat Violation

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 3 white rolling containers with food products removed from original packaging and not labeled.

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee not changing gloves or washing hands, changing tasks and handling ready to eat food. Operator coached employee. Corrective Action Taken Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Operator removed it to clean. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood walls over grill.

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted walk in cooler shelves and fan guards. Repeat Violation

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed white rolling containers with food products removed from original packaging and not labeled. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handling soiled dish ware and then clean without washing hands.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowls used for scooping food products removed from original packaging from the white rolling containers.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents throughout the kitchen.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted walk in cooler shelves and fan guards.

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed white rolling containers with food products removed from original packaging and not labeled. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener on back prep table. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at the handwashing sink next to the office.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a stainless steel bowl used for scooping ice without a handle from the ice machine in the kitchen. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. Observed hood filters missing for lunch service. Employee replaced them once cleaned. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed the hood ceiling, walls and ansul piping with a heavy grease build up over the range area.

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the handwashing sink next to the office.

Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed a propane tank stored inside the back storeroom.

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on cutting board on cook line where ready to eat food is prepared. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Corrected On-Site

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on equipment handles on cooks line. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over the broiler grill with grease build up.

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed balsamic dressing made with raw eggs and not identified on menu. Operator coached to inform guests. Sign has been posted. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed balsamic dressing made with raw eggs. No consumer advisory on menu. Operator posted sign. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at the bottom of the back door.

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on oven door. Operator moved them to 135 degree water for sanitation. Corrected On-Site

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at bar hand washing sink. Operator posted sign. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled their phone then clean utensils without washing hands. Employee washed their hands. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over parmesan cheese in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee placed the eggs below the cheese. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid stored not labeled. Employee labeled the bottles Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in the beer keg walk-in cooler soiled.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fresh Garlic and Oil (77F - Cold Holding) on prep table at 2:00 PM. Employee stated it had been out since 11:00 AM. Employee placed item in freezer. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed hand sanitizer stored on shelf next to box of salt and spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on shelf above rolled silverware. Employee moved and stored correctly. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with an accumulation of food debris and slicer blade area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up of food debris on microwave handles. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table on cook line next to clean equipment and employee drinks on shelf next to boxes of tin foil. Employees moved drinks. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag stored in storage area with single service items in rear of kitchen. Employee moved bag. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. Observed the actual time mark on pizzas with correct 4 hour minimum. Observed written plan that stated 6 hours for pizza. Manager corrected the plan to 4 hours. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on can opener blade and slicer guard.

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed stainless sponges in Hand wash sink, employee corrected by removing after education. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in Hand wash sink in back preparation area.

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris on top of dishwashing machine.

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled microwave door handles on cooks line

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on ceiling tiles and vent above front of dishwashing machine area and in front of cooks line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food pans wet nesting on storage rack. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed chicken and sausage cases stored on floor in Walkin Freezer . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in sugar and flour bins. Observed bowl without handle in ice machine. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Some tags not marked with last date served for muscles and clams. Educated operators on procedure. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-07: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed employee restroom in rear of kitchen not self closing. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-07: Operator has part and is waiting on repairman to complete. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair to the left of the walk-in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-07: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated with dust throughout kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-07: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic and metal containers stacked together and stored on clean equipment storage shelf in dishwashing area with water droplets inside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-07: Time Extended