Gay's Food, Inc.

Observed an employee licking a white food item off of her hand while prepping food and not properly washing them in the kitchen area. 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. PIC will educate employee on not tasting food while prepping food in food prep areas along with proper handwashing.

Observed red build up in large ice machine in kitchen area. 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. PIC will wipe down ice bin in kitchen area and drain at the end of the shift to clean and sanitize it.

Observed brown build up in large ice machine in the back ar4ea of the facility. 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. PIC will wipe down ice bin in the back area of the facility and drain at the end of the shift to clean and sanitize it.

Observed employees preparing food in kitchen without proper hair restraint. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority. PIC will have employees to put on hair nets when preparing food in kitchen.

Observed slime build up in large ice machine in kitchen area. 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. PIC will wipe down ice bin and drain at the end of the shift to clean and sanitize it.

Observed cleaned dishes on table under prep table not covered or inverted in middle of kitchen area. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be covered or inverted and protected from any sources of contamination. PIC will cover or invert dishes on table under prep table in middle of kitchen area.

Observed orange slim build up in the large ice machine in the kitchen area. 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. PIC will wipe down ice machine.

Observed several cutting boards with deep cuts in the. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. PIC will purchase new cutting boards.

Observed a fly sticky trap on the vent hood above the stove. CA: Insect control devices shall be installed so that: The devices are not located over a food preparation area. PIC will remove fly trap from the vent hood.

Observed three household kitchen aid mixers and one household blender. CA: Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. PIC will have to replace these items with commercial grade equipment.

Observed dust and grease build up on the vent hood. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have vent hood cleaned.

Observed floor tile messed up near the prep area towards the right of the kitchen. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have floor tile replaced/repaired.

Observed employee preparing food in kitchen without proper hair restraint. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority. PIC will put on hair net when preparing food in kitchen.

Observed hole in wall in employee restroom. Floors, Walls, and Ceilings, Cleanability. Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for anti slip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. PIC will have until 9/1/2023 to have hole in wall repaired in employee's restroom.