SKATER ZONE

Observation: Observed potentially hazardous TCS food hot holding below 135 degrees Fahrenheit (Chili 130 degrees Fahrenheit) in chili/ cheese warming unit.

Corrective Action: Discussed reheating and hot holding procedures for potentially hazardous TCS foods with the PIC. The chili had been opened from a can and placed in the warming unit less than 1 hour prior. An employee reheated the chili in a microwave oven (182 degrees Fahrenheit).

Observation: Observed containers of individually portioned sauces held past 7 days in cooler. The sauces were prepped on 12/6/2025.

Corrective Action: Discussed date marking procedures with the PIC and employee. The individually portioned sauces were discarded.

Observed potentially hazardous TCS food (nacho cheese) hot-holding at a temperature less than 135 deg F. Corrective Action: PIC was notified. Per food service employee who prepared the cheese less than two hours prior reported a reheat temperature of 155 deg F prior to placing in hot holding unit. PIC designated food service employee to rapidly reheat the cheese to 165 deg F and placing it back in hot holding unit to hold at 135 deg F or greater. PIC will train food service employees to monitor knob and water level on steam well unit to ensure it is able to properly hot-hold TCS foods.

Observed no hot-water at right handwashing sink for patron use. Corrective Action: PIC was notified. PIC will have plumber repair sink to have working hot and cold knobs. This will be rechecked by the Health Department.

Observed two guest toilets out of order (one per bathroom) at the time of the inspection. Per PIC, they were aware of the issue and has had this happen previously. Th permit holder has been working with a plumber to have line to septic system repaired. Corrective Action: Discussed requirement for system to be in good repair and working condition with PIC. No sewage back-up has been observed in handwashing sinks or kitchen per PIC. PIC must have plumbing repaired by licensed plumber and documentation/receipts must be provided. This will be rechecked by the Health Department on 3/6/2025. Discussed voluntary closure with PIC if sewage back-up is observed in handwashing sinks, kitchen or if facility does not have any working toilets. PIC verbalized understanding.

Observed damaged/missing wall coverings in main kitchen wall near chest freezer. Corrective Action: Discussed having wall properly repaired with PIC. The walls in the kitchen must be designed, constructed and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. This will be rechecked by the Health Department in 30 days.

Observed potentially hazardous TCS foods (cheese sticks, hot dogs, pizza) hot holding at a temperature below 135 deg F. Corrective Action: PIC notified. All TCS food items in unit were reheated to 165 deg F. PIC was educated on using time as a public health control and will begin using time for all TCS foods in hot holding unit.

Observed PIC not performing duties relating to several risk factors and other food safety guidelines. Observed dented can of pizza sauce in dry storage area. Observed spray bottle of bleach water stored next to cooking utensils. Observed personal drink not in single-use cup with lid and straw. Observed multiple food-service employees wearing watches. Observed personal items stored with food items in dry storage area. Corrective Action: Educated PIC on removing or discarding dented cans, proper storage of toxic chemicals, storing personal drinks in single-use cups with lids and straws, removing jewelry, and separating personal items in dry storage.

Observed no CFSM for facility. The CFSM certificate provided at time of inspection is the current CFSM for another facility in area. Corrective Action: Discussed requirements for CFSM certification. CFSM must be designated to one food service establishment only. This facility must designate a CFSM for facility and show proof of enrollment in a ServSafe program within 30 days or hire a CFSM. The Health Department will recheck this.

Observed handwashing sink blocked by gallon jug of dishwashing liquid at start of inspection. Observed handwashing sink later blocked by empty pizza cart. Corrective Action: PIC was notified and items were relocated. The handwashing sink should be accessible at all times for employee use and should not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

Observed pink build-up in interior surfaces of ice machine in main kitchen area. Corrective Action: PIC was notified and educated on proper cleaning procedure and frequency. PIC will designate an employee to drain and properly clean ice machine before use. The Health Department will recheck this.

Observed opened packaged of potentially hazardous TCS food (mozzarella cheese, hot dogs) not properly date marked. Corrective Action: PIC educated on date marking requirements. Both items were date marked.