Rockin Crab

Observed no food allergy awareness training document onsite. Advised PIC Employees are properly trained in food safety, including food allergy awareness, as it relates to their assigned duties. Food allergy awareness includes describing foods identified as major food allergens and the symptoms that a major food allergen could cause in a sensitive individual who has an allergic reaction.

Observed aluminum lining bottom portion of table near fryer area. Advised PIC Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.

Observed stains underneath ice bin lids on food contact portion at bar and main kitchen serving area. Advised PIC at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Observed cardboard lining shelf holding liquid margarine. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. COS: Had PIC remove cardboard lining shelf.

Observed non-food contact surfaces of shelf with multiple stains. Observed rusting on non-food contact surface of grates of soda dispenser at serving area. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed black mold-like substance on interior white panel of ice machine. Advised PIC at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Observed milk dated 9/15/24 in walk-in-cooler. Advised PIC Prepackaged milk and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. COS: Had PIC discard expired milk.

Observed food employee handling food with bracelet and watch. Advised PIC jewelry. except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.

Observed TPHC policy onsite indicating label usage to track start & end times, policy not being followed for multiple items (eggs and chicken). Advised PIC The food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. COS: Had PIC place proper labels on TPHC food items.

Observed PIC dump chemical sanitizer bucket in hand sink at bar area. Advised PIC A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Had PIC cease and dump at designated area.

Observed multiple bottle caps at bar area being sanitized in chemical sanitizer measuring: 500 ppm (quat solution). Advised PIC Meet requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 Tolerance exemptions for active and inert ingredients for use in antimicrobial formulations (Food-contact surface sanitizing solutions). COS: Had PIC dilute solution to 300 ppm.

Unable to review supplier names, shipment invoices, buyer specification plans, molluscan shellfish tags, proof of regulatory permit/licensure of a food source, etc. to determine approved food sources for oysters in the walk in cooler.

Observed raw fish and shrimp in the prep top cooler not cold holding at 41 degrees or below. Advised PIC all TCS foods shall cold hold at 41 degrees or below. COS- PIC discarded products

Upon arrival observed employee filling bucket at the hand sink. Advised PIC hand sinks are for hand washing only.

Observed potentially hazardous food (raw chicken) thawed in standing water. Advised PIC on proper thawing methods. COS- PIC placed food under running water.

Observed ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest/coolest part of the walk in coolers, prep top coolers, or reach in cooler.

The most current inspection report is not prominently displayed in public view, within 15 feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor or in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.

Observed several employees wash hands less than 20 seconds. Advised PIC of proper hand wash procedures. Advised to rewash.

Observed multiple employees on cell phones & proceeded to handle food contact surfaces. Advised PICS hands shall be washed between tasks. Advised to wash.

Observed several TCS foods held below 135F. Advised PIC all TCS foods shall be held at 135F or above for hot holding. COS-food was discarded.

Observed employee open beverage on prep counter. Advised employee drink shall be in disposable up with lid and straw. Advised to discard. COS-beverage discarded.

No soap observed @ bar hand sink. Advised soap shall be provided @ all times. Advised to place soap @ bar sink.

Bar hand sink obstructed with lid and brush. Advised PIC hand sink shall be easily accessible @ all times. COS-items removed. Employee seen filling cup @ hand sink.

Observed milk dated 9/22/23. Advised PIC to discard TCS to discard TCS food if held passed manufacturers sell by date. COS-milk discarded.

Observed crab bites thawing on the counter at room temperature. Discussed thawing methods.