BEST WESTERN INN & SUITES

EHS observed an expired food handler certification posted and not CFSM certification available. Violation: At least one employee that has supervisory and management responsibility and the authority to direct and control food preparation and service shall be a certified food safety manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program that conforms to the national standards for organizations that certify individuals. Certified Food Safety Managers must be designated to one food service establishment only and maintain and renew certification in accordance with the requirements of the examination taken. CA: Obtain a CFSM by 03/30/26.

EHS observed glue trap in main kitchen area with numerous dead roaches. Violation: Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. CA: Discard glue traps at frequency to prevent accumulation of additional pests.

EHS observed the Tourist Accommodation Permit posted in the breakfast area. No food service permit posted. Violation: Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. CA: Post food service permit. If copy is needed contact office.

EHS observed facility without test strips for chlorine sanitizer. Violation: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. CA: Obtain test strips for chlorine sanitizer.

Observed multiple bait stations in the pantry/refrigerator area of the kitchen filled with dead roaches. Dead or trapped pests must be removed at a frequency to prevent the attraction of addition or accumulation of additional pests. Facility is remove and speak with pest control.

Observed live roaches (various sizes) inside of the cabinetry in the pantry/refrigerator storage area. Per PIC, facility is having monthly pest control service. Explained that due to issue, facility will want to increase frequency until issue is under control. PIC is contact pest control service.

Observed spoons and forks stored with the food contact surface upwards/exposed on the continental breakfast bar. At all times, the food/lip contact surface of single service items shall be protected from contamination. Staff is to invert items so that guests can only touch handles.

Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Violation: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Inspector note: EHS observed sticky residue on the reach-in freezer gasket. Corrective action: PIC will clean unit as frequently as to prevent such.

Violation: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered Inspector note: EHS observed dumpster on site with broken lid and side doors open. Corrective action: EHS instructed PIC to have dumpster repaired or replaced if beyond repair. EHS instructed PIC to have all lids and doors closed at all times dumpster not in active use.