Outback Steakhouse

Observed salad bowls stacked wet in the RIC. 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 stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying. PIC will have the dishes inverted so they can air dry.

Observed the dishwasher not working according to manufacture's instructions. CA: A warewashing machine and its auxiliary components shall be operated in accordance with the machine's data plate and other manufacturer's instructions. PIC will have the dishes washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the 3 compartment sink.

Observed the fumehood not free from an accumulation of dust. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Observed the floor in the kitchen not clean to sight or touch (dry storage area). CA: Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip 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 the floor cleaned.

Observed the ceiling tile in the employee's restroom not in good repair. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the tiles replaced.

Observed potatoes sitting on the floor in the dry storage area. CA: Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. PIC had the potatoes put on the shelf.

Observed the fumehood not free from an accumulation of dust. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Observed the exterior of the stove, warmer drawer and table under the grill not free from an accumulation of food and grease. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have the equipment cleaned.

Observed the floor in the kitchen not clean to sight or touch. CA: Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip 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 the floor cleaned.

Observed the ceiling tile in the employee's restroom not in good repair. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the tiles replaced.

Observed the floor tile missing near the dishwasher. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the tile repkaced.

Observed the toilet in the women's restroom not in good repair. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the toilet repaired.

Observed no paper towels at the employee hand washing sinks. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel. PIC replaced the paper towels at the sinks.

Observed water stained ceiling tile in the kitchen. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have ceiling tile replaced.

Observed ceiling tiles missing over the vegetable sink. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the ceiling tiles replaced.

Observed the floor under the grill not clean to sight or touch. CA: Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip 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 floor cleaned.

Observed an employee's drink on the prep cooler. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. Employee discarded the drink.

Observed several light bulbs without a protective covering in the kitchen and WIC. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. PIC will have the covers replaced.

Observed (rice and mac & cheese) not being maintained at 41 degrees ofahrenheit or below. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. PIC discarded the food items.

Observed no cold water at the 3 compartment sink at the bar. CA: Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water except that water supplied as specified under subsection (1)(k)1 and 2 to a temporary food service operation or in response to a temporary interruption of a water supply need not be under pressure. PIC will place a work order to have the water issue corrected.

Observed the fumehood not free from an accumulation of dust. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Observed water stained ceiling tile in the dry storage area. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have ceiling tile replaced.

Observed the floor in the kitchen area not clean to sight or touch. CA: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC will have the floor cleaned.

Observed raw chicken stored above raw salmon in walk in cooler and not stored based on the cooking temperature in WIC. CA: Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: Except when combined as ingredients, separating types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display by: (III) Arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. PIC removed raw salmon from shelf below raw chicken.

Observed dishwasher not reaching the proper hot water sanitation temperature of 180 degrees Fahrenheit. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, in a mechanical operation, the temperature of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse as it enters the manifold may not be more than 194ºF (90ºC), or less than: for a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165ºF (74ºC); for all other machines, 180ºF (82ºC). PIC will use three compartment sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize until dishwasher is repaired.

Observed molded red peppers and celery in walk in cooler. CA: Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. PIC discarded red peppers and celery.

Observed several TCS food stored uncovered (shredded cheese, eggs, soups, strawberries, raw steak, mashed potatoes, tomatoes, and etc.). CA: Food shall be protected from cross contamination by storing in a covered container or wrapping. PIC covered food items.

Observed fryers with an accumulation of grease and debris. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have equipment cleaned.