LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE #5224

Observed small live flies in kitchen/bar area. The presence of pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:

1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests.
3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control.
4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

This was also noted in last service from pest control. Keep working with Pest control company, may need to do more frequent services.

Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface ( basting brush) at grill station .Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be made of materials that do not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food and under normal use conditions, and shall be: safe, durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent. COS: PIC discarded cloth and provided basting brush and spray bottle with oil.

Accumulation of food debris/oil on top of grease storage and around outdoor walls in dumpster area. The area needs a thorough cleaning to prevent this accumulation that can be an attraction for insects/rodents.

Multiple wiping cloths were stored on countertops and prep surfaces throughout the kitchen. Cloths must be stored in sanitizing solution when not in use. COS-Cloths were moved to sanitizing solution and manager will re-train all staff on storage practice.

Accumulation of food debris/oil on top of grease storage in dumpster area. The area needs a thorough cleaning to prevent this accumulation that can be an attraction for insects/rodents.

Flooring tiles/ baseboards loose around bar area, entrance to main kitchen and dishmachine area are collecting water and is a harborage/breeding source.(Repeat) Walk-in-cooler door with rust peeling off around corners. Rusty air vent cover above dishwashing area . Keep areas in good repair.

Plumbing system in handwash sink by dishmachine is in disrepair, water is backing up into the flooring.

Containers for storing bulk food with accumulation of debris on lids. Shall be clean to sight and touch.

Foor tiles or baseboards loose around bar area and entrance to main kitchen are collecting water and is a harborage/breeding source.

There is a leakage through the walls between server alley and service bar, person in charge showed to EHS work order placed to fix this issue.

Observed live flies in kitchen and dinning area. The presence of pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:

1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests.
3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control.
4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

Keep working with Pest control company, may need to do more frequent services.

Containers for storing bulk food with accumulation of debris on lids. Shall be clean to sight and touch.

Large accumulation of oil under fryer oil shuttle back of building. The area needs a thorough cleaning to prevent this accumulation that can be an attraction for insects/rodents.

Observed dumpsters with lid and door open. Waste handling units shall be kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors to prevent attraction of pests.

Accumulation of old food debris under shelving unit/dry storage in back of kitchen. Accumulation of grease on side of cooking equipment/flooring. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent contamination of food and attraction of pests. Recalk is needed around sinks, prep tables splash guards. Keep physical facilities in good repair.

Half consumed bottle of water sitting on prep top cooler while food employee is making salads. COS: Drink discarded. There is a drink storage rack on wall in back prep area. Keep drinks in single-service cups with a secure lid and straw in the provided drink rack.

Handwashing sink blocked by cart with clean dishes .Hand sinks must be accessible at all times for frequent and required handwashing. COS: PIC moved cart to designated area.

Cooling fully cooked chicken wings portioned, bagged and stacked on a hotel pan in walk-in-cooler. To facilitate rapid cooling, chicken wings should be spread out on sheet pan and loosely covered to allow for rapid cooling and wrapped when cooling complete for storage.

Accumulation of old food debris under shelving unit of dry goods in back of kitchen. Accumulation of dust in kitchen's ceiling. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent contamination of food.

No paper towels available at bar handwashing sink. COS: Person in Charge restocked paper towel dispenser at this hand sink.

Trays of ready to eat rice and chicken wings , cooled from previous night to be portioned today were uncovered in a rack at walk-in-cooler. Food shall be protected from contamination. COS: Person in charge covered trays.

Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture ( handwashing sink at kitchen).A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair and repaired according to law.Person in charge placed repair workorder.

Floors need a good cleaning under bar coolers along back wall of bar - accumulation of trash, broken glass and old wipes. To prevent harborage areas for pests, keep this area free of debris. Vents above grill area and fan/vent in walk-in-cooler with accumulation of dust. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent contamination of food.