IHOP #435

Observed handwashing sinks next to grill and the warewashing area without paper towel or any hand drying provision. PIC stated that the shipment has not yet arrived. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels. COS: PIC placed paper towels near each hand sink.

Observed Belgian waffle batter and one tub of pancake batter stored uncovered in prep top cooler by grill. The lid on one of the pancake batter bins was cracked in multiple places, leaving the batter open. Observed one metal bowl with pancake batter in it stored uncovered on counter near grill. 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: The PIC provided lids for each item listed.

Observed frozen raw patties stored directly on rack in reach in freezer without any wrapping or container holding it. CA: (iv) 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: The bottom patty touching the rack was discarded and the rest of the patties were placed in a clean, dry container to store in the reach in freezer.

Observed chlorine sanitizer in ware washing machine reading below 50ppm while being used during inspection.
CA: Chlorine concentrations shall be between 50ppm and 100ppm to properly sanitize utensils and equipment. COS: The unclean utensils were placed near 3-comp sink to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized. PIC told employees not to use ware washing machine until it is fixed. Email inspector completed work order for ware washing machine when repaired. Niasia.rouse@dph.ga.gov.

Observed single service items (to go containers) in open boxes stored in an uninsulated area where the AC unit is located. CA: cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 3. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. COS: PIC discarded the to go containers on the top, and closed bag and box. PIC stated that he will move boxes into a storage area that is separate from AC unit.

Observed excess food build-up on the floors between equipment, appliances and in the floor of main kitchen area. CA: Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Observed front paper towel dispenser at handwashing sink next to grill not dispensing paper towel. PIC stated that the towel dispenser battery died. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels. COS: PIC placed paper towels near the grill handwashing sink.

Observed lid to a container of buttermilk pancake batter cracked and missing a piece, leaving the container partially open, and placed under grill. CA: Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. COS: PIC replaced buttermilk batter with fresh batch from the walk in cooler, discarded old buttermilk batter batch and lid.

Observed one wiping cloth sitting in the handwashing sink upon arrival, and another wiping cloth sitting at the bottom of a prep top cooler. PIC stated that the cloths were used to sanitize counters. CA: 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: PIC removed both cloths.

Observed speaker system sitting on top of the food contact surface of a to-go lid in the main kitchen. CA: Single-service and single-use articles and cleaned and sanitized utensils shall be handled, displayed, and dispensed so that contamination of food-and lip-contact surfaces is prevented. COS: PIC removed the speaker from the lid and discarded the top lid that was in direct contact with the speaker.

Observed the bottom of prep top cooler behind grill unclean with liquid and food mixture. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. COS: PIC cleaned the bottom of the prep top cooler with a cloth soaked in sanitizer.

Observed excess food build-up on the floors between equipment, appliances and in the floor of main kitchen area. CA: Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Observed TCS food items holding at temperatures above 41F inside reach in cooler. Informed PIC all that RIC was holding at 66. Advised to remove all item in RIC to WIC. Reach in cooler should be 41 below for proper food safety. Advised PIC to ensure RIC cooler is operating properly before storing food, provide thermometer inside unit at all times. Advised to monitor and check food temperature daily.

Observed several food items not properly covered in WIC, prep table near grill and WIF. Informed PIC to cover all food items to prevent cross contamination. COS

Observed sanitizer buckets with water, no sanitizer. Informed and educated PIC on how to prepare sanitizer levels in bucket and sink.

Observed excess food build-up on equipment, appliance and floor of main kitchen area. Also observed food and grease build-up in the corners of the floor and wall junctures. Advised PIC that floors must be cleaned daily. Contact Health Department after scheduled deep cleaning.