Babe's @ The Market

Observed TCS food items (brisket and coleslaw) stored in the ice bath cold holding above 41 F. (COS- PIC discarded food items.) RCA: Ensure TCS food item are cold-holding at 41 F or below at all times.

Observed a large build up of grease on the hood vents and edge of hood. RCA: Ensure to maintain a cleaning schedule to reduce grease and other buildup on the vent hood and other non food contact surfaces, including the walls, floors, and ceilings.

Observed multiple employees wearing watches while preparing foods in the kitchen. CA: PIC had employees remove the watches. Rule: (g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.

Observed TCS food items stored in the reach-in cooler cold holding above 41 F. (COS- PIC discarded food items.) Advised PIC to ensure TCS food item are cold-holding at 41 F or below at all times.

Observed posted certified food safety manager (CFSM) certificate has been expired since 05/2023. Advised PIC to ensure CFSM is current and is posted in public view.

Observed kitchen hand sink not dispensing any hand cleanser. Advised PIC to ensure the kitchen hand sink is supplied with soap and paper towels at all times.

Observed major build up on the edge of the vent hood and behind the fryers.

RCA: Advised PIC to clean edges of vent hoods regularly to prevent accumulation of debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed two used water bottles stored in reach in cooler on top of small sauce containers.

COS/CA: PIC removed water bottles. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination.