SCOOTER'S COFFEE

Observed milks in RIC holding above 41 degrees Fahrenheit (opened oat milk = 44, reduced fat milk = 43, whole milk = 43). 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). COS: PIC discarded milks. Inspector will re-check cooler in 24 hours.

Observed employee's open can of red bull in kitchen. CA: employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS: PIC discarded can of red bull.

Observed sanitizer clothes held between uses in chemical sanitizer solution below required concentration. CA: Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in chemical sanitizer solution at required concentration. COS: PIC had chemical sanitizer solution for storage of in-use wiping clothes remade at concentration level required.

Observed stirrer spoon at coffee station stored in stagnate water. CA: Food preparation utensils shall be stored in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain. COS: PIC turned on running water to allow any particles to flush to the drain. Stirrer spoon was washed and sanitized.

Observed employee lunch box and unopened food packages stored on middle shelf with customer foods in reach-in cooler. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat and drink shall be located so that food and equipment are protected from contamination. COS: No COS observed. PIC must designated and clearly label area for employee foods and drinks, separated from customer food and equipment in order to prevent contamination.

Observed wiping cloth sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed multiple containers of wiping cloth sanitizing solution at 0 ppm Quaternary Ammonium. CA: Discussed proper minimum strength of Quaternary Ammonium sanitizers and frequency for changing out chemical sanitizers with PIC. PIC replaced all wiping cloth sanitizing solutions and will change out the sanitizing solutions at a minimum frequency of every 4 hours.

Observed container of sanitizing solution stored on counter directly next to multiple sleeves of single-use lids. After discussing with PIC, a food service employee was designated to prepare a new bucket which food service employee placed on top of ice machine. Corrective Action: Discussed proper storage of sanitizing solution to prevent contamination of food or items used to prepare or serve food with PIC. The sanitizer solution was relocated to a lower shelf away from food items and single-use items. PIC will retrain all staff on proper storage of toxic substances.

Observed food service employee wearing multiple bracelets while preparing food. Corrective Action: Discussed and educated PIC and all food service employees on personal jewelry. Only a plain ring may be worn on hands/arms while preparing food.

Observed multiple food service employees without effective hair restraint. Corrective Action: Discussed requirement for effective hair restraint, such as hat or hair net, with PIC. PIC will notify upper management for need for effective hair restraints. This will be rechecked by the Health Department.

Observed multiple wet and soiled wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrective Action: Discussed and educated PIC on proper use and storage of wiping cloths between uses. The cloths were discarded in the soiled linens and PIC will train all food service employees.

Observed wiping cloths stored in quat sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength at coffee machines. The wiping cloths were not submerged in the solution. Corrective Action: Discussed regularly preparing and testing sanitizer solution at least every 4 hours with PIC. The solutions were discarded and new containers were prepared. Discussed using smaller cloths or folding cloths before placing in the sanitizer solution so that the wiping cloth is fully submerged.

Observed bathroom door propped open with traffic cone at times other than during cleaning or maintenance. Corrective Action: Discussed and educated PIC on keeping bathroom doors closed unless during cleaning or maintenance. PIC will notify all staff to keep bathroom door closed.