WAFFLE HOUSE (HWY 84)

OBSERVED COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS ABOVE 41 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT IN PREP TOP UNIT. SEE TEMPERATURE LOG FOR DETAILS. TCS FOODS MUST HAVE A TEMPERATURE OF 41 DEGREES OR BELOW FOR COLD HOLDING. COS- PIC REMOVED ITEMS AND DISCARDED THEM.

OBSERVED CHILI AND SAUSAGE GRAVY IN HOT HOLDING BELOW REQUIRED TEMPERATURES OF 135 DEGREES OR ABOVE. SEE TEMP LOG FOR DETAILS. ALL FOOD IN HOT HOLDING MUST REMAIN AT OR ABOVE 135 DEGREES. COS- PIC REHEATED ITEMS TO 165 DEGREES ON THE STOVE BEFORE RETURNING THEM TO STEAMWELL.

OBSERVED COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS ABOVE 41 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT IN PREP TOP UNIT. SEE TEMPERATURE LOG FOR DETAILS. TCS FOODS MUST HAVE A TEMPERATURE OF 41 DEGREES OR BELOW FOR COLD HOLDING. COS- PIC REMOVED ITEMS AND DISCARDED THEM.

OBSERVED GRITS AND SAUSAGE GRAVY IN HOT HOLDING BELOW REQUIRED TEMPERATURES OF 135 DEGREES OR ABOVE. SEE TEMP LOG FOR DETAILS. ALL FOOD IN HOT HOLDING MUST REMAIN AT OR ABOVE 135 DEGREES. COS- PIC TOSSED ITEMS DISCUSSED.

EMPLOYEES NOT PROPERLY TRAINED ON ASSIGNED DUTIES. EMPLOYEES NOT ACTIVELY MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES. EMPLOYEES LACKING KNOWLEDGE IN BASIC FOOD SAFETY AND SANITIZATION PROCEDURES AS EVIDENT IN VIOLATIONS. PERSON IN CHARGE AND EMPLOYEES SHOULD BE TRAINED OR RETRAINED AS NEEDED.

Observed no paper towels at the handwash sink. Ensure all handwash sinks are properly equipped with trashcan, handwashing signage, hot water, soap and hand drying provisions. COS- PIC replenished paper towels while I was there.

Observed sausage gravy uncovered in steam well, observed bread out of bread bag on top surface of prep unit- see photos. All food shall remain covered and protected from contamination. PIC tossed items discussed.

Observed knives placed in unsanitary cracks between equipment between use. Observed mechanical dishwashing machine not working properly- not reaching final rinse temps of 180 degrees or above and not using detergent as intended. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned and sanitized prior to use. Mechanical dishwashing machine must be working properly or 3-compartment sink with wash/rinse/sanitize practice should be used. PIC called owner who scheduled technician to come immediately.

Previously warned- OBSERVED SEVERAL SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ALONG FOOD PREP COUNTER- SEE PHOTOS. WIPING CLOTHS SHOULD BE STORED IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES. STAFF SHOULD BE RETRAINED ON USE OF CLOTHS IN FACILITY.

Previously warned- OBSERVED SOILED FLOORS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. FACILITY SHOULD HAVE A DEEP CLEANING AND RETRAIN STAFF ON PROPER CLEANING SCHEDULE/PROCEDURES.

Observed the final rinse temperature of the ware-washing machine reaching only 147 degrees and not required temperature of 180 degrees. PIC called owner who scheduled a technician to fix.

Observed soiled nonfood contact surfaces of toaster ovens, prep top unit, counters, and shelves, observed grime and buildup around dish machine and covering thermometers of dish machine. PIC states surfaces will be cleaned immediately.

Previously warned -OBSERVED SIDE DOOR OF DUMPSTER COMPLETELY OPEN. OUTSIDE RECEPTACLES MUST BE DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS. STAFF SHOULD BE RETRAINED ON PRACTICE OF KEEPING DUMPSTER LIDS CLOSED.