Waffle House #827

Observed pink mold-like substance on white panel interior food-contact surface. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces shall be cleaned per manufacturer, as often as needed.

Observed leak at back area of kitchen prep sink. Advised PIC plumbing shall be constructed and repaired with approved materials.

Observed multiple ceiling tiles in back area of main kitchen with dust, stains and residues. Advised PIC the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Observed multiple metal bins stored inside reach-in-drawer as clean with debris and residues on food contact portions. Also, observed one knife with stains on food contact portion stored as clean in utensil holder at front-food service. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.

Observed mechanical dish machine with a temperature of 142F while in use. Advised PIC Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures. for a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165ºF. COS: Had PIC cease use of mechanical dish machine and relocate dishes ton 3-compartment for wash-rinse-sanitize.

Observed CL sanitization bucket stored on top of prep counter area near clean utensils and tea dispenser. Advised PIC poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. COS: Had PIC relocate CL sanitizer bucket away from prep area.

Observed chemical wiping clothes in CL sanitizer bucket with concentration of 200 ppm. Advised PIC cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n). COS: Had PIC dilute sanitizer bucket to 50 ppm.

Observed interior of reach-in-drawer near stove-top in need of cleaning. Also, observed stains, rusting, and accumulated debris on shelving unit above 3-compartment sink. Advised PIC that nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed multiple ceiling tiles in back area of main kitchen with stains and residues. Advised PIC the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Upon arrival, observed designated front handwash sink not supplied with paper towels. Advised PIC that all designated handwash sinks shall be supplied with paper towels at all times.

Observed a container of raw chicken stored uncovered at the reach-in cooler and gravy uncovered at the steam well. Also observed ice uncovered at the soda machine. 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 cover on raw chicken, gravy, and closed ice bin lid.

Observed food contact surfaces of ice bin lid near the front service stored as clean with black/brown debris. Advised PIC equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. CA: Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of ice bin lid near the front service.

Upon arrival, observed designated front handwash sink not supplied with paper towels. Advised PIC that all designated handwash sinks shall be supplied with paper towels at all times. COS: PIC provided paper towels to designated handwash sink.

Observed food contact surfaces of multiple utensils (spoons and plates) stored as clean with old food debris and residue. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch. CA: Advised PIC to thoroughly wash, rinse, and sanitize spoons and plates.

Observed mechanical dish machine with a temperature of 137.5 degrees F. Advised PIC that high-temperature dish machines shall meet the temperature requirements of at least 165 degrees F. CA: Advised PIC to have temperature-based mechanical dish machine repaired and to utilize the 3-compartment sink.

Upon arrival, observed multiple food employees with wrist bands while prepping/handling food. Advised PIC food employees shall not wear jewelry while preparing food except for a plain wedding band. COS: Had food employees remove wrist bands.

Observed visible light entry of front door heading to lobby area. Also observed back door propped open at time of inspection. Advised PIC outer openings of a food-service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. CA: Advised PIC to place weather strip on front door and to keep all doors closed at all times when not in use.

Observed handwash sink at the back kitchen area nearest to the 3-compartment sink without hot or cold water. Advised PIC the water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. COS: PIC turned on hot and cold water valves.

Observed nonfood contact surfaces of walk-in cooler with severe rusting on the shelving and the interior of reach-in cooler with severe residue. Advised PIC that nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. CA: Advised PIC to thoroughly clean nonfood contact surfaces.

Upon arrival, observed front hand sink without paper towels. Advised PIC that all hand sinks shall be stocked with paper towels at all times. COS: PIC provided paper towels at front hand sink.

Observed food contact surfaces of multiple forks and coffee cups with old food debris and residue. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC moved cups and forks for warewash area.

Observed food contact surface of ice machine panel (back area) and ice bin lid (front service) with brown/black residue. Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of ice machine panel and ice bin lid.

Upon arrival, observed backdoor propped open at time of inspection. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. COS: Had PIC close door.

Upon arrival, observed cold water at hand sink in disrepair. Advised PIC water source and system shall be of sufficient capacity to meet the peak water demands of the food service establishment. Advised PIC to repair hand sink's cold water.

Observed active leak at 3-compartment sink. Advised PC that plumbing systems shall be repaired according to law and maintained in good repair. Advised to repair leak at 3-compartment sink.

Observed severe rusting on shelving near 3-comartment sink. Also observed severe food debris and reside inside reach in coolers throughout facility. Advised PIC surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Advised to clean inside of reach-in coolers and to replace shelving near back 3-compartment sink.

Observed multiple TCS food items (Raw Shell Eggs, Gallons of Milk, Sausage patties, raw chicken, and pork chops) held in walk-in cooler overnight measuring above 41F. Advised PIC when cold-holding time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. COS: Had PIC discard out of temperature items, advised to get unit serviced.

Observed food-contact surfaces of spoons, knives, multiple metal containers of food storage bins and spatula with debris, and residue. Advised PIC food contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: Had PIC place soiled items at dish wash area for wash-rinse-sanitize.

Observed backdoor propped open at time of inspection. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. COS: Had PIC close door.

Observed fly activity at front-service/main kitchen area during time of inspection. CA: Advised PIC shall eliminate harborage conditions.

Observed Walk-in-Cooler at time of inspection not cold-holding at 41 or below, ambient temperature inside unit measuring at 45F. CA: Advised PIC Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition