Olive Garden #1045

Observed multiple food items stored uncovered in the RIF #1 at the cookline; also observed a container of croutons, grapes, and parmesan cheese stored unovered in at the service area. Advised PIC that storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS: PIC had food employees place covers on items listed.

Observed food contact surfaces of multiple microwaves and the bulk ice machine stored as clean with residue and debris. Advised PIC equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at a frequency where at any time during the operation when contamination can occur. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean ice machine and microwaves.

Observed the bulk ice machine in the main kitchen and the reach in cooler in the self-service in disrepair. Advised PIC 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 multiple sauces stored uncovered at steamtable at cookline area when not in use. Advised PIC storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS: PIC placed lids on uncovered sauce items.

Observed nonfood contact surfaces inside of cooler at bar area, at fryer and grill in main kitchen area. Advised PIC Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed food employee wash hands at the designated handwash sink for less than 20 seconds. Advised PIC food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms, including surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms, for at least 20 seconds, using a cleaning compound in a handwashing sink that is properly equipped. COS: Food employee washed hands at the designated handwash sink for at least 20 seconds.

Observed food employee handle sanitizer cloth and then proceeded to handle cut onions with the same gloves. Advised PIC Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food and before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food. COS: Employee removed gloves and properly washed hands at the designated handwash sink

Upon arrival, observed soap not supplied at the designated handwash sink. Advised PIC that each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. COS: PIC supplied hand soap to the designated handwash sink.

Observed food contact surfaces of multiple microwaves and ice bin lids stored as clean with residue and debris. Advised PIC equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at a frequency where at any time during the operation when contamination can occur. COS: PIC had food employees thoroughly clean microwaves and ice bin lids.

Observed multiple containers of salads cooling tightly covered in the reach in cooler. Advised PIC on proper cooling methods. COS: PIC hand food employee move multiple containers of salad to the WIF for rapid cooling.

Observed nonfood contact surfaces of equipment (interior portion of soup bowl warmer, exterior surface of bread warmer, and exterior surface of pizza oven) stored as clean with excessive debris and residue. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean all nonfood contact surfaces of the facility in order to protect from contamination.

Observed ceiling tiles and walls of the facility with residue and food splatter in multiple areas of the main kitchen. Advised PIC that the physical facilities shall be cleaned as necessary in order to prevent contamination. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean ceiling tiles and walls of the facility.

Observed CFSM certificate not posted in public view. Advised PIC that a CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view at all times. CA: Advised PIC to post in public view. COS: Had PIC post CFSM in public display.

Observed no soap at handsink of bar area. Advised PIC handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

Observed no paper towels at handsink (bar area). Advised PIC Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels.

Observed multiple pitchers stored inside handsink at bar area. Advised PIC that all handwash sinks shall be maintained so that it is easily accessible at all times. COS: Food employee removed multiple pitchers from hand sink.

Observed food contact surfaces of multiple spoons (6) with debris stored as clean at warewash area. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: Had PIC place soiled items at 3-compartment sink for wash-rinse-sanitize.

Observed multiple food contact surfaces of microwaves stored as clean with old food debris. Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of microwaves.

During time of inspection, observed multiple sheet pans of cooked pasta cooling tightly covered in WIC. Advised PIC on proper cooling methods. COS: Food employee uncovered multiple sheet pans of pasta.

Observed multiple areas throughout kitchen with food splatter on walls. Advised PIC physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Advised to clean walls throughout facility.

Observed CFSM certificate not posted in public view. Advised PIC that a CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view at all times. CA: Advised PIC to post in public view.

Observed multiple food contact surfaces of pans, scooper, and spatulas stored as clean. with severe black buildup in main kitchen. Also observed brown/black residue on ice machine lid near bar area. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.

Observed current permit (2023) not posted in public view. Advised PIC that a current Food Service Establishment permit shall be posted in public view at all times.