Green Tomato of Moultrie, LLC

Observed raw cat fish, raw chicken, and ham uncovered in the reach in cooler in the kitchen area. CA:Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), 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. PIC covered raw cat fish, raw chicken, and ham in reach in cooler.

Observed raw cat fish being improperly thawed in meat sink. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; Completely submerged under running water, or as part of the cooking process. PIC completely submerged under running water.

Observed not enough adequate sanitizer in sanitizing water when utilizing sanitizer test strips to test sanitizer levels. CA: Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device. PIC will drain water out of sanitizer sink and put in the proper amount of sanitizer with proper sanitizing levels.

Observed no CFSM manager certificate after 60 days of opening the facility. CA: Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection. PIC has until 10/20/2025 at 4:30 to submit a CFSM certificate.

Observed cookies, cinnamon rolls, pizza, and rolls not covered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), 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 covered the food items that were not properly covered.

Observed black build up on the lid of the ice bin on the soda machine. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins. COS PIC cleaned the lid of the ice bin.

Observed the meat and vegetable sinks not properly labeled. CA: During preparation, unpackaged food shall be protected from environmental sources of contamination. PIC will have meat and vegetable sinks properly labeled.

Observed an employee frying chicken with long facial hair. CA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. PIC will have employee to wear a beard restraint.

Observed scoops in salt, sugar and flour bins not properly stored. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 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. COS PIC removed scoops and will have them stored properly with the handle sticking up.

Observed soy sauce, and spices in reused coleslaw and cottage cheese containers. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. COS PIC moved food items into other food grade containers.

Observed the lids of the dumpster not closed. CA: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment. COS PIC had employee to close the lids of the dumpster.