Popeye's Lousiana Kitchen #223

Observed an in-use raw chicken basket stored underneath an unclean chicken batter shelf at the chicken battering station, creating a risk of contamination.

Corrective Action (CA/COS): The Person in Charge (PIC) removed the basket and properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized the equipment. A pan was placed to prevent contamination from the shelf onto the basket.

RCA: In-use utensils must be stored on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment, and only if the utensil and the food-contact surface are cleaned and sanitized at the required frequency in accordance with DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a).

Observed chicken batter equipment to have old food debris at chicken batter station. Observed reach in sandwich prep unit to have old food debris sitting at the bottom of unit. Observed heavy accumulation of old food debris and grease under fryer prep in main kitchen. Observed food splatter on walls at the drink station near drive thru.

RCA: Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

(b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.

1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

2. 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.

Observed sanitizer bucket stored in hand wash sink located in the prep area.

CA/COS: PIC removed chemical bucket from handwashing sink to its proper area.

RCA: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

Observed buildup of black debris in soda nozzles in front drive thru.

RCA: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch

Observed build-up of rust on the inside of the chicken sandwich prep cooler. Build-up inside prep-top holding and reach-in holding.

RCA: Food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed ceiling leakage at the back of facility in front of walk-in cooler. Observed walls and ceiling with heavy food debris throughout the facility.

RCA: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Observed front walk-in freezer out of use with broken up/ missing tiles under freezer door entrance. Unit is currently being used for paper goods storage.

RCA: (a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment.

1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule.

Observed build-up of food debris on the inside of the chicken sandwich prep cooler. Build-up inside prep-top holding and reach-in holding. Observed build-up of food debris on the outside of the flour containers at the chicken prep station. Observed build-up of food debris on the speed racks in the walk-in cooler. Observed build-up of ood debris on the outside of chicken prep equipment.

RCA: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Observed broken and missing floor tiles through the facility in the front food service area and in the back kitchen area. Broken tiles under reach-in cooler in the back kitchen has the unit on a tilt and unit is currently being propped up by stainless steel pans for stability.

CA: Tiles shall be replaced for easily cleanable surfaces in all kitchen areas. PIC shall notify company management the need of repairs.

(2) Design, Construction, and Installation. (a) Floors, Walls, and Ceilings, Cleanability. Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

Observed build-up of debris and/ or grease on the floor under the fryers and between the fryers and prep table. Observed food debris under prep tables in prep areas.

CA: PIC shall ensure regular cleaning underneath and behind stationary equipment. Equipment will need to be moved for adequate cleaning behind and underneath equipment.

(5) Maintenance and Operation. (b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.

1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Observed walk-in freezer out of use with broken up/ missing tiles under freezer door entrance. PIC stated that they are still in the process of getting the unit repaired.

RCA: (a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment.

1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule.

2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications

Observed build-up of food debris on the inside of the reach-in unit by the chicken prep line. Observed build-up of food debris inside both microwave ovens. Observed build-up of food debris on the outside of dry good containers (flour, sugar, etc.) Observed build-up of food debris on the speed racks in the walk-in cooler. Observed build-up of ood debris on the outside of chicken prep equipment.

RCA: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues

Observed build-up on the floor under the fryers. Observed food debris under prep tables in prep areas.

Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

(b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.

1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.