Waffle House #1835

Observed brown accumulation on white deflector of ice machine, black accumulation on diffuser of drink machine, and food accumulation on utensils in drawer. Manager began the cleaning and sanitizing process for the diffuser and utensils. Also observed interior of dish machine with black accumulation.

Observed dish machine not reaching minimum sanitizing temperature. Employee cleaned dish machine and machine was tested to have reached proper temperature. 511-6-1.05(6)(l) - Mechanical Warewashing, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures(P) (l) Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures.

1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, in a mechanical operation, the temperature of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse as it enters the manifold may not be more than 194ºF (90ºC), or less than: Pf

(i) For a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165ºF (74ºC); Pf or

(ii) For all other machines, 180ºF (82ºC). Pf

2. The maximum temperatures specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, do not apply to the high pressure and temperature systems with wand-type, hand-held, spraying devices used for the in-place cleaning and sanitizing of equipment such as meat saws

Observed pipe under handwashing sink at the back of the facility leaking onto the floor. 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - System Maintained in Good Repair (P, C) (r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.

Observed coffee filter not stored in the plastic or covered. 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - Single-Service/Single-Use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (C) (e) Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles.

1. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 3. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used.

Observed excessive grease and food accumulation under drawer containing utensils an. Manager began the cleaning process. Also observed food accumulation in container holding utensils and black accumulation on exterior of diced ham lid. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations.

3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed black accumulation in interior portion of ice bin and golden/orange/brown accumulation on deflector of ice machine.

Observed wiping cloths at 0 ppm. Manager remade chlorine sanitizer solution.

Observed previous inspection score not posted.

Observed plates and bowls not covered or inverted while stored, nor placed in a self-draining position while air drying. Manager inverted air drying plates and placed cover plate/bowl over stored plates/bowls.

Observed coffee filters not stored in plastic/covered.

Observed bathroom door in need of self-closing door.

Observed trash accumulation around dumpster are and door/lid open.

Observed food debris in a pan in a drawer with food utensils underneath the grill area. Manager corrected on site and cleaned the pan and utensils.

Dishwashing machine hot sanitizing rinse (148F) did not meet the minimum temperature requirement (180F rinse, 160F plate surface).

Observed plates that were not stored inverted or with overhead protection of food contact surface above the prep and cook stations. Manager saran wrapped all the top plates to provide protection for food contact surface portion of the plates.

Observed white debris on the walk in cooler shelves.

Observed restroom doors in need of a self-closing device.

Observed drain plug missing from the dumpster.

Observed trash and debris around the dumpster area. Please clean around the dumpster area to prevent build up and the attraction of pests.

Observed TCS foods in prep-top cooler above 41F. The manager discarded items and reduced the temperature of the cooler.

Observed cups with debris on the interior and debris on a spoon. Manager removed items and placed in line to go through warewashing machine. Also observed stained nozzles on drink machine.

Observed flies activity throughout the facility.

Observed outside dumpster lid open and drain plug missing.

Observed mugs with debris on interior surface. Food contact surfaces of plates and bowl not stored in a way to prevent contamination. Manager saran wrapped to plates and bowls (COS).

Dish washer unable to reach maximum temperature of at least 180F.

Observed several flies in the kitchen.

Floors of walk in cooler and underneath grill (around floor drains) need cleaning attention.

Personal beverages stored with silverware and syrups. Manager placed employee beverages in designated area (COS).

6-1A. Observed TCS food cold held at temperature greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. The manager discarded the food product.