Jim N Nicks Community BBQ

Observed that the faucets at the 3-compartment had water continuously leaking from faucets. CA: Plumbing system and fixtures and shall be maintained in a state of good repair.

Observed containers stacked while wet. CA: Containers shall be thoroughly air dried prior to stacking.

Observed accumulation of debris under sinks and equipment, particularly in the back prep area and at the bar. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation of debris.

Observed dented cans. COS. Discarded. CA: Food packaging shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the food.

Observed large quantities of cold TCS food stored above 41 F (cole slaw, shredded and sliced cheese, tomatoes, blue cheese, sausages, chicken, lettuce, catfish, sour cream). COS. Items discarded. CA: TCS food that uses cold holding as a control for safety shall be held at 41 F or below.

Observed a lack of active managerial control over the kitchen as many violations are not being identified, prevented, and addressed as necessary, including the public health intervention and food borne illness risk factor violations noted during this inspection including diarrheal/vomit response, food integrity protected, food contact surfaces clean, and chemicals properly stored and labeled. CA: Person-in-charge shall maintain active managerial control over the facility and ensure that public health intervention and food borne illness risk factor violations are prevented and addressed as necessary.

Observed that the Certified Food Safety Manager certification was displayed on the back side of a wall in the alley leading to the kitchen in the back of the dining room, a non-public space/not viewable. CA: The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times, and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority.

Observed employee drinks in correct containers stored with and above food and food contact surfaces and observed drinks stored properly, however, they were stored in non-single-use containers with out a straw. COS. Removed and moved as necessary. CA: Employee drinks shall be stored in single-use containers with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination.

Observed that the facility does not have the means to clean up/respond to vomit or diarrheal incidents. CA: Facility shall have written procedures for employees to follow and an EPA registered disinfectant effective against Norovirus available on-site at the food service establishment when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter

Observed food stored uncovered. CA: Food shall be stored covered.

Observed that employees were stored phones on the preparation counters. COS. Moved. Counters cleaned and sanitized. CA: Food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.

Observed pesticides (bug spray) stored over single-use containers/to-go containers, napkins, and clean wiping cloths. COS. Moved. CA: Chemicals shall be properly stored to prevent contamination of food, food contact surfaces, and equipment.

Observed unlabeled spray bottles. COS. Labeled. CA: All working containers of chemicals shall be labeled with the common name of the product.

Observed that the facility was attempting to cool items by placing the hot product (onions, corn, potato salad) into deep hotel pans and placing them into a prep top cooler. COS. Facility has opted to discard these products. CA: Cooling methods shall be apropriate and ensure that the items cooling meet all time and temperature benchmarks for cooling.

Observed that employees working with food did not have their hair properly restrained; employees had some of their hair pulled back, but were leaving long fringes on the side. COS. Employees put hair up. CA: Employees preparing or handling food shall effectively restrain their hair.

Observed employees preparing food while wearing bracelets. COS. Bracelets removed. CA: With the exception of a plain band ring, no jewelry may be worn on the hands or wrists while preparing food, to include medical information bracelets.

Observed wet wiping cloths stored on counters and wet wiping clothes stored in either old sanitizer solution that was now 0 PPM or in only water. COS. New sanitizer solution buckets were made and all wet wiping cloths were placed into sanitizer solution. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer solution that is at the appropriate concentration between uses.

Observed that the windows at the bar are open, however, the air curtains are not on. COS. Air curtains turned on. CA: Outer openings shall be protected by being self-closing or tight-fitting or be otherwise protected against pest entry.

Observed that the permit was displayed on the back side of a wall in the alley leading to the kitchen in the back of the dining room, a non-public space/not viewable. CA: Food service permit shall be posted in public view.

Observed that the inspection report was displayed on the back side of a wall in the alley leading to the kitchen in the back of the dining room. CA: The most recent inspection report shall be posted within 15 feet of the front door, 5-7 feet from the floor, readable from a distance of 1 foot away, and in a conspicuous place.

Observed in-use utensils stored in the product with the handle touching the product and observed bowls and small cups being used as scoops that were stored in the product. COS. Removed. CA: In-use utensils shall be stored in an approved manner, such as under running water, in hot (135 F) water, in the product with the handle above the level of the level of the product, or in/on a clean container/surface.

Observed containers stacked while wet. CA: Containers shall be thoroughly air dried prior to stacking.

Observed plates stored upright without overhead protection. RCA: Discussed inverting plates, keeping them under shelves, or using a burner plate. CA: Plates, utensils, and equipment shall be properly stored to prevent contamination.

Observed single-use items stored upright without overhead protection. CA: Single-use items shall be stored covered or inverted to protect from overhead contamination.

Observed that the dumpsters have drains but do not have drain plugs. CA: All dumpsters with drains shall drain plugs.

Observed accumulation of debris and mold/mildew-like substance in the dish pit area, particularly on floors and coving.

Observed employee belongings stored with food items. COS. Moved. CA: Employee belongings and activities shall be in designated locations that prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.