OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE

Observation: Observed employee beverage stored in a single use coffee cup in prep area. CA: Employee drinks must be stored in a single use cup with a lid and straw COS: The PIC discarded the drink.

Observation: Observed the most current inspection report (77) not posted. The previous inspection report (96) was posted. CA: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times. COS: The facility will post the current inspection report for public view.

Observation: Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready-to-eat foods (spinach dip) in cooler on produce prep line. CA: Foods must be separated from each other based on minimum internal cook temperature. COS: The CFSM discarded the shell eggs. The spinach dip was stored in a covered container - no contamination was observed.

Observation: Observed multiple TCS foods (Shrimp 51 degrees Fahrenheit, cooked rice 53 degrees Fahrenheit) cold holding above 41 degrees Fahrenheit in reach in cooler on main cook line. CA: TCS foods must be cold held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. COS: All TCS foods had been held in the cooler overnight. The CFSM chose to discard all TCS foods in the cooler.

Observation: Observed TCS food (Milk 62 degrees Fahrenheit) cold holding above 41 degrees in a cooler on the main service line. CA: TCS foods must be cold held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or less. COS: All TCS foods had been stored in the cooler overnight. The CFSM chose to discard all TCS foods.

Observation: Observed multiple sanitizer buckets on the main cook line at a concentration of 0 ppm. CA: Chemical sanitizers must be maintained at a concentration based off of manufacturers specifications. COS: The CFSM replaced all sanitizer buckets. Sanitizer concentration verified (Sink & Surface).

Observation: Observed microwave oven on main cook line with cracked/ damaged glass on the interior side of the door. CA: Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair. COS: No COS can be observed at this time. The CFSM will have the microwave oven repaired or replaced. This will be rehecked by the Health Department.

Observation: Observed cutting board in poor repair and no longer cleanable. CA: Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they cannot be resurfaced. COS: The CFSM discarded the cutting board.

Observation: Observed loose floor tiles on the main cook line and in the dish area. CA: Physical facilities must be maintained in a state of good repair. COS: No COS can be noted at this time. The CFSM will submit a work order to have the tiles fixed/ sealed.

Observed ice buildup on boxes of food in walk in freezer. No food contamination involved. CA: PIC will have boxes discarded and freezer unit cleaned of ice buildup.

Observed floor of walk in freezer buckling and bowed creating an opening. CA: PIC will have freezer floor serviced.

Observed potentially hazardous TCS foods (raw chicken tenders, raw chicken breasts, raw chicken wings) improperly cold-holding at a temperature greater than 41 degrees in lower cooler drawer of breading prep-top cooler.

Corrective Action: PIC was notified. These items were stored in the cooler overnight; therefore, they were discarded. Per conversation with PIC, the gaskets on the cooler were recently serviced and the technician noticed this drawer wasn't able to close and seal properly and is scheduled to return on Wednesday, 9/18, to repair the drawer. PIC placed "out of service" sign on drawer and will not store any TCS foods in this drawer until repaired and able to maintain proper cold-holding temperature.

Observed potentially hazardous TCS foods (broccoli and other cut vegetables in butter sauce) stored on a shelf at a temperature greater than 41 deg F. Corrective Action: Discussed with PIC. These items were brought back to the walk-in cooler to rapidly cool back down to 41 deg F. PIC will train employees on proper cold holding and labeling if using time as a public health control.

Observed multiple pans of prepared pasta (steak mac, alfredo) without datemarking. Corrective Action: Discussed date marking requirements with PIC. PIC discarded all pasta in drawer without date marking.

Observed pan of prepared kids macaroni and cheese being held beyond 7-days. Observed additional containers of TCS food items, including cheese toppings and TCS sauces stored beyond 7-days. Corrective Action: PIC was notified and discarded all items exceeding 7-day date mark. PIC will train all employees on proper disposition of date marking items.

Observed TCS foods (baked potatoes) not cooled to 41 degrees F within 6-hour time limit. Per the PIC, these potatoes were leftover from the night before and brought to the walk-in to cool last night. Corrective Action: PIC was notified and discarded the potatoes. Discussed approved cooling methods and procedures, including cutting the potatoes before cooling and using cooling logs, to ensure the potatoes cool to 41 deg F within the time constraints.

Observed bucket of sanitizer stored on lower prep table shelf between two containers of prepped (salt/oil) whole potatoes. Observed bucket of sanitizer stored on prep counter next to cutting board used for slicing prime rib. CA: Discussed proper storage of toxic substances with PIC. All sanitizer buckets were relocated to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and single-service and single-use articles.

Observed previously prepared raw coconut shrimp cold holding in reach-in cooler at 50 deg F. The shrimp had been prepared 1 hour prior. CA: Discussed and educated PIC on cooling methods and procedures. The PIC moved the container of shrimp to the walk in freezer to rapidly cool to 41 F or below.