Journey's End Restaurant

Observed raw produce (carrots) in bags stored on same shelf as eggs; observed box of raw beef in walk-in cooler stored on shelf with fish above shrimp. CA PIC instructed to follow storage order when storing food in coolers to help prevent contamination. COS PIC was given storage order sheet and rearranged shelf.

Observed ice bins at front drink station left open and unattended. CA PIC instructed to retrain employees to close bin when not in active use. COS PIC closed bin.

Observed food tubs holding food items (salt, corn starch, pork chops, etc.) on prep line with excessive food grease/dirt. CA PIC instructed to obtain new food tubs to allow for better storage against contamination.

Light bulb out at vent hood with fryers.

Employee bag stored on prep table bottom on steam table; employee drink on back storage shelves; employee food in walk-in with milk.

Bowls not inverted at drink station.

Powder sugar in plastic grocery bags in dry storage.

Cardboard used as a cover for knife on prep line.

Under counter cooler near small prep and grill in kitchen area not working with unit reading 45F. ALL items were placed in unit this morning on ice so food items are temping. PIC instructed to obtain and email service invoice once serviced.

3-compartment sink sanitizer quat not working. PIC has been using commercial bleach and dish machine to sanitize until serviced. Email invoice.

Dumpster door open

Ceiling, floors, and FRP throughout kitchen dirty/greasy with heavy build-up. Increase cleaning frequency; tile missing under 3-compartment sink.

Plates not inverted at server station; bowls not inverted

Ice-build-up in under-counter cooler in front of grill

Knife handle wrapped in duct tape; strainers bent in kitchen

Floors walls, ceilings throughout kitchen dirty; floors throughout kitchen has excessive build-up

Vent-hood light out above fryers

Employee bag stored next to equipment in back kitchen area

Observed two employee tumblers, one located above drink station prep line and the other above prep line near fryers, nit in a disposable cup with lid and straw. CA:PIC instructed that employee drinks should be located on the bottom of prep stations to prevent potential spills from occurring and that drinks should be stored in disposable cups with lids and straws to prevent contamination with food contact services. COS:PIC removed tumblers to designated employee area

Observed multiple items in walk in cooler (meatloaf, mc n cheese, collard greens, chicken n dumpling soup, prepped cabbage, mashed potatoes) not properly covered/re-sealed to protect from contamination. CA: PIC instructed to cover all items under storage that is not actively cooling to prevent from contamination. COS:PIC placed lids on all items that were uncovered

Observed multiple items in walk in cooler and small prep cooler near fryers that were made/prepped for more than 24 hours (sliced green tomatoes, chicken livers with boiled eggs, sweet potatoes, cooked beef, ham, meatloaf, mac & cheese not date marked for 7 days. CA:PIC instructed to date mark all items that last more than 24 hours for 7 days with day 1 being date items were prepped and six additional days. COS:PIC date marked all items listed.

Observed food employee in back kitchen prepping items with bracelets on. COS: Employee removed bracelets and washed hands again.

Observed multiple pitted and warped aluminum pots throughout kitchen

Observed multiple lids and containers cracked & stained

Floors, walls, ceilings throughout kitchen dirty but especially in dish-room area where mold build-up is occurring; fans throughout kitchen has excessive build-up of dust. Increase cleaning frequency

Employee bag stored on prep line; unopened employee drink stored in small prep cooler near fryers

Observed can of Dr. Pepper on top of prep shelf not in disposable cup with lid and straw. CA: PIC instructed that all employee drinks must be in disposable cup with lid. COS: PIC removed can to office.

No paper towels at front hand washing sink near fryers. CA:PIC instructed to keep paper towels stocked at all times. COS: PIC placed paper towels in dispenser.

Observed wash cloth in back hand washing sink near dish room. CA: PIC instructed to only use hand washing sinks to wash hands only. COS:PIC removed wash cloth.

Observed both ice-machines located in back kitchen having dirt/mold build-up on white flap. CA: PIC instructed to clean flap frequently to prevent dirt/mold build-up from occurring.

Fryers, prep coolers, and other equipment in kitchen near fryers has heavy build-up of flour and grease. INCREASE FREQUENCY IN CLEANING.

Dumpster door not closed

Floors, walls, ceilings throughout kitchen but especially in dish rooms area has heavy build-up of dirt & grease

Employee thermo-cup observed at bottom of prep table near stove and facing dredge station. CA: PIC instructed to make sure all employees use disposable cup/lid and straw in food service area. COS: PIC removed cup to employee area.

Observed no soap at back hand wash sink near dish room area. CA: PIC instructed to make sure all hand wash sinks are stocked with soap. COS: PIC refilled soap dispenser

Cutting boards heavily marked/scored

Strainers used for food has bent wire strainer

Under counter freezer near fryers has heavy ice build up

Heavy food debris/grime on prep cooler bottoms, gaskets, doors, & walk-in shelving