Dunkin Donuts

Observed multiple employee drinks in dry storage area above single-use cups. Observed employee drinks stored directly on top of prep top table.

COS: PIC removed employee drinks and placed in designated areas. CA: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.

Observed two containers of bagels stored above the prep-top cooler without a cover. Advised PIC to ensure all food items are covered to reduce the risk of contamination.

Observed food bins wet stacking on the shelves. Advised PIC to ensure all cleaned containers are air dried prior to stacking.

Observed TCS food items (cookie butter cold foam, whipped cream, American slices) stored in cold-holding units above 41 F. Advised PIC to ensure all cold TCS food items are holding at 41 F or below at all times.

Observed rear hand sink without paper towels. Advised PIC to ensure all hand sinks, including the restrooms are supplied with a proper hand drying provision, along with soap and hot water at all times.

Observed multiple cans of cookie butter cold foam with a use by date of 03/15/2024 and 02/14/2024 in the front cooler and walk-in cooler. (COS- PIC disposed cans of cookie butter cold foam.) Advised PIC to monitor the expiration dates of all food items.

Observed back door cracked open without an air curtain or mesh screen. Advised PIC to ensure all doors and any exterior openings are closed at all times.

Observed scoop handle in a bin of sugar, and a single service cup was used in a bin of powder sugar. (COS-PIC removed cup and moved scoop to where handle is sticking up from sugar.) Advised PIC to use scoops for non-TCS food items, including ice, and store them in a manner that the handle is sticking above food items.

Observed lid for a rolling bin of sugar is chipped and containing cracks. Advised PIC to ensure to have lid replaced as soon as possible.

Observed both hand sinks in the front and back without paper towels.

CA: PIC stocked sinks with temporary napkins.

RCA: PIC shall obtain paper towels and ensure both hand sinks are stocked with a drying provision at all times. (b) Hand Drying Provision. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with:

1. Individual, disposable towels;
2. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel;
3. A heated-air hand drying device; or
4. A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.

Observed multiple flies throughout the facility.

RCA: PIC shall take appropriate measures to control the presence of pests. (k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:

1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies;
2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests;
3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; and
4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

Observed single service cups being used as scoops in the sugar and cinnamon.

CA: PIC removed and discarded the cups.

RCA: PIC shall ensure proper scoops are being used for dry goods and that they are stored properly while in use. (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon.

Observed employee jacket on the shelving with single service items. Observed employee hat on the counter by coffee machines. Observed employee drinks on the counter by coffee machines.

CA: PIC moved the jacket to the designated area by the lockers. PIC placed employee drinks in a separate area away from food prep.

RCA: PIC shall ensure employees are using the designated areas for storing personal items. (b) Designated Areas for Employee Activity.

1. 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.
2. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur.