Little Caesars #352

Observed multiple containers of butter uncovered on prep table.

CA: PIC covered containers of butter. Food items shall have protective coverings to protect from overhead contamination.

Observed water leaking from pipe connected to the hot water tank.

RCA: PIC stated that a work order has been placed to fix leak. A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair.

Observed pepperonis stored in the reach-in cooler without a covering. Observed dough on the counter not actively being prepared without any protective covering over all o the product.

CA: PIC covered the dough with plastic covering. RCA: During pauses in food prep or dispensing, food items shall have protective coverings.

Observed containers stored clean and stacked with a sticky residue on the on the outside of the container.

RCA: All dishes shall be soaked and scrubbed to get any soiled food debris or sticky residue off. Dishes shall be washed rinsed and sanitized fully. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.

Observed hand sink in the dishwashing area to be blocked with multiple pot/pans scrubbers and glass cleaner. COS/CA: PIC removed items from sink. RCA: Hand sink shall removed free form any items or refuse from being as storage at all time.

Observed "clean" dishes to be stored ready to use with sticky label residues and old food debris. RCA: All dishes shall be soaked and scrubbed to get any soiled food debris or sticky residue off. Dishes shall be washed rinsed and sanitized fully. Food Service Rule: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.

Observed hot holding units to have crusted grease residue within the gaskets. RCA: Facility shall thoroughly clean hot holding units and gaskets to ensure that there is no accumulation of grease

Observed "clean" dishes to be stored ready to use covered in old food debris, soiled and sticky to the touch. RCA: All dishes shall be soaked and scrubbed to get any soiled food debris or sticky residue off. Dishes shall be washed rinsed and sanitized fully. Food Service Rule: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.

Observed boxes of wings containers and napkins to be stored on the floor near the entrance of the kitchen. Items were delivered the day before. COS/CA: PIC placed them on the rack in the dry storage area. RCA: All single service items shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Food Service Rule: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored:(i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor.

3. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used.

Observed racks for clean dish storage to be soiled and peeling. Observed leaking of walk in cooler unit towards the back. RCA and Food Service Rule: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed walls near the 3 compartment sink and side entrance to be soiled with food debris and yellow. RCA: Walls shall be thoroughly cleaned so that it is clean to the sight and touch. Food Service Rule: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.