Frank and Linda's Diner

Observed multiple food items within the facility uncovered (raw fish in grill prep cooler, croutons near walk in cooler, coleslaw in prep top cooler, butter in ice bath, and pickles in the ice bath).

Observed strawberries stored in a container that is labeled as sour cream.

RCA: Ensure all food items are stored their original container, or they are properly labeled with dates and common name of food when outside of original container.

Observed sauce stored on floor in the walk-in cooler. Observed cups stored on the floor in the bar and back kitchen area.

RCA: All food product and food/nonfood contact surface items shall be stored at least 6" off the floor.

Observed no CFSM certification posted in the facility.

Observed cabbage stored on the floor in the Walk In Cooler. Observed a container with sauce stored in it, stored on the floor in the Walk In Cooler.

Observed to-go trays and cups stored on the floor in the storage room as well as the bar.

Observed employee drinks (with lids and straws) stored atop a prep counter lid.

Observed no hot water at hand-sink by server station. RCA: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF (38ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.

Observed multiple food items within the facility uncovered (raw chicken under prep top cooler, raw chicken, raw shrimp, broccoli, and pickles in reach in cooler).

CA: PIC placed covers on the food items to prevent contamination.

Observed dish machine not pulling sanitizer. RCA: PIC will call contractor to inspect machine and only use three-compartment sink until dish washer has been verified to be working adequately.

Observed buildup of moldlike substance and debris on ice machine. CA: PIC was instructed to refrain from serving ice and clean machine thoroughly. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.

Observed no paper towels at the hand sink in the back of the kitchen and no soap at the hand sink at the bar.

CA: PIC placed hand drying provisions and hand cleaning at the hand sinks.

Observed multiple food items within the facility uncovered.

CA: PIC placed covers on the food items to prevent contamination.

Observed TCS foods in facility without date labels.

RCA: All food being held for longer than 24 hours must be date labeled.

Observed live roaches within the facility.

RCA: The PIC shall have a licensed commercial pest control company come and service the facility.

Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other 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 as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and

4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

Observed multiple items in reach in coolers uncovered (shrimp, fish, meat, steak, vegetables). RCA: Obtain covers on items to prevent contamination.

Observed TCS foods in facility without date labels. RCA: All food being held for longer than 24 hours must be date labeled.

Observed food items not labeled with name of food. RCA: Obtain labels on food items (meat, seafood, vegetables, bulk bin containers)

Observed no hot water available at hand sink in waitress station. RCA: Place work order for plumber to fix hot water.

Observed raw shrimp, chicken, pork, and fish stored next to each other on bottom shelf of fridge. Observed raw cabbage uncovered in walk in cooler under raw chicken breast. Observed raw beef patties stored above RTE food in a Reach In Cooler. CA: PIC removed raw beef onto bottom shelf. RCA: Educate PIC on proper food storage for RTE and raw items.

Observed multiple items in reach-in coolers uncovered and subject to contamination. Observed tea and water pitchers stored uncovered at the waitress station. Observed buns stored uncovered atop the shelf above the prep line. RCA: obtain covers for items to prevent contamination.

Observed several TCS foods in coolers throughout the facility, without proper date marking. RCA: Date mark food that is going to be held longer than 24 hours, up to 7 days.