TACO MAC #040

Observed ice machine to have an accumulation of black and brown slime. Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment:

(I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or

(II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. PIC to drain, wash, rinse and sanitize ice machine at COB.

Observed encrusted food debris on the can opener blade and both pre-rinse sprayer nozzles. Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils.

1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. PIC placed the can opener in the dish pit to be cleaned and cleaned both sprayers during the inspection.

Observed several employees to be wearing with bracelets/watches while actively preparing food. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS: Employees voluntarily removed bracelets/watches during inspection.

NOTE: EHS suggested that servers remove bracelets and watches, as well, being that they prepare individual sauce cups, which is a food prep step.