Afghan Famous Kabob, 14702 Lee Hwy, Gainesville, VA 20155 - Full Service Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Restaurant: Afghan Famous Kabob
Address: 14702 Lee Hwy, Gainesville, VA 20155
Type: Full Service Restaurant
Phone: 703 754-1600
Total inspections: 5
Last inspection: 05/18/2015

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Inspection findings

Inspection date

Type

Expired foodservice permit posted. Left permit application with operator. Discussed critical items handout.
  • Critical: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco* (corrected on site)
    Observation: In use open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food or food equipment..
    Correction: Store employee drink separate from food and food equipment. Use a covered drink container.
  • Critical: Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation* (corrected on site)
    Observation: Raw meats stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the walk-in cooler.
    Correction: Store raw meat below / separate from cooked RTE foods, vegetable and sauces.
  • Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
    Observation: Food containers not covered in walk-in cooler.
    Correction: Store food in covered containers, or wrappings. Open food containers may be stored on top shelf for cooling.
  • Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food (repeated violation)
    Observation: Unlabeled bulk storage flour containers.
    Correction: Label containers with the common name of food products that are not readily identifiable.
  • Food Storage - Clean and Dry Location (repeated violation)
    Observation: Food stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler.
    Correction: Store food on approved shelving at least 6" off the floor.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
    Observation: Heavy dust on refrigeration coils of coolers.
    Correction: Clean refrigeration coils more frequently.
  • Physical Facilities in Good Repair
    Observation: Bulb / lamp missing in exhaust hood light fixture.
    Correction: Install missing bulb / lamp in exhaust hood light.
  • Permits
    Observation: Posted foodservice permit has expired.
    Correction: Submit an application and annual fee to renew the health department foodservice permit..
05/18/2015Routine
Discussed critical items handout with PIC.
  • Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food (repeated violation)
    Observation: Unlabeled bulk food containers of flour?
    Correction: Label food storage containers with the common name of the food when food is not easily identified.
  • Food Storage - Clean and Dry Location (corrected on site)
    Observation: Food stored next to rear kitchen handsink.
    Correction: Store food where it is not exposed to splash, or install an approved splashguard on the left side of the rear kitchen handsink.
  • Food Storage - Clean and Dry Location (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Food stored on the floor or less than 6" above the floor.;Store food storage on shelving with minimum 6" legs or casters.
  • Thawing
    Observation: Improper method used to thaw chicken chicken in bags in a tub of water.
    Correction: Thaw chicken in a cooler at 41°F
  • Critical: Food - Potentially Hazardous Food - Cold Holding* (corrected on site)
    Observation: Raw chicken at improper cold holding improper temperature.
    Correction: Relocate food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41°F or below.
  • Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - Corrosion Resistant/Nonabsorbent
    Observation: Aluminum foil on rear kitchen prep table shelf.
    Correction: Remove the foil from the prep table shelf.
  • Temperature Measuring Devices
    Observation: There were no thermometers in the Coca-Cola cooler or in the freezers.
    Correction: Provide thermometers in the freezers and in the Coca-Cola cooler.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
    Observation: Accumulation of dust on refrigeration coils of 2-door Coca-Cola upright display cooler.
    Correction: Clean the refrigeration coils more frequently.
  • Critical: Equipment - Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils (corrected on site)
    Observation: Large cutting board on prep table in rear kitchen was observed soiled with accumulations of food residues.
    Correction: Clean and sanitize cutting board after use, and at least every 4 hours when in use to prevent the growth microorganisms on those surfaces.
  • Handwashing - Using a Handwashing Lavatory (corrected on site)
    Observation: The handwashing sink at the bread oven was blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
    Correction: Provide access to handwashing sinks during all hours of operation. Remove the equipment preventing its use.
  • Plumbing System Maintained in Good Repair
    Observation: 3-vat sink faucet disconnected.(dual unit)
    Correction: Replace the broken faucet, or install a longer neck on the left faucet which extends over the right basin.
  • Lighting, Intensity
    Observation: Less than 50 foot candles of light was noted at the prep table opposite the 1-door upright freezer. Measured 20-25 foot-candles.
    Correction: Provide at least 50 foot candles of light at the prep table opposite the 1-door upright freezer.
  • Lighting, Intensity
    Observation: Less than 20 foot candles of light was noted in the 3-vat sink area. Measured 15 foot-candles.
    Correction: Provide at least 20 foot candles at the 3-vat sink.
05/15/2014Routine
Purpose of visit: Investigate complaint of a cockroach infestation. No evidence of cockroach activity. Regular service by pest management Services.
  • Critical: Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the walk-in cooler.
    Correction: Separate raw foods of animal origin during storage from raw and cooked RTE foods including vegetables, and fruit.
  • Critical: Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination.
    Correction: Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, and poultry during storage by arranging food so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.
  • Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Unlabeled food containers of flour, sugar, etc.
    Correction: Label food storage containers with the common name to avoid the mistaken use of an ingredient.
  • Food Storage - Clean and Dry Location (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Food stored on floor in walk-in cooler.
    Correction: Store food at least 6" off the floor on shelving units.
  • Critical: Food - Potentially Hazardous Food - Cold Holding* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Fetta cheese and yogurt sauce at improper temperatures.
    Correction: Relocate food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41°F or below.
  • Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - Corrosion Resistant/Nonabsorbent (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Aluminum foil on wall shelf over front prep cooler.
    Correction: Remove foil from wall shelf.
  • Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities (repeated violation)
    Observation: Front prep cooler at 50 degrees.
    Correction: Repair / replace front prep cooler to maintain food at 41 degrees or less. Do not use unit it is repaired.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
    Observation: Light in kitchen 2-door upright display cooler not working.
    Correction: Repair light in 2-door upright display cooler in kitchen.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
    Observation: Light fixture on wall next to upright freezer no working.
    Correction: Repair light fixture on wall next to upright freezer.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
    Observation: Thermometer in 2-door upright display cooler broken.
    Correction: Install a thermometer in the kitchen 2-door upright display cooler.
  • Kitchenware and Tableware (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Disposable utensils not displayed, or dispensed so that the lip-contact surfaces are protected from contamination
    Correction: Display, or dispense self-service utensils with the handles up.
  • Critical: Toxics - Medicines - Restriction and Storage* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Medicines were found located in the kitchen 2-door upright display cooler.
    Correction: Store medicines with person items separate from food items and clean equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service articles.
07/26/2013Complaint
Demonstrated proper use of 3-vat sink. Discussed using gyro / souvlaki broiler
  • Critical: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Employee eating & drinking at prep table.
    Correction: Eat & drink in a location that does not contaminate food & equipment.
  • Critical: Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation* (repeated violation)
    Observation: Raw shell eggs stored over prepared foods in walk-in cooler.
    Correction: Store raw eggs separate / below prepared foods.
  • Critical: Equipment and Utensils - Before Use After Cleaning* (corrected on site)
    Observation: Sanitizer not being used at 3-vat sink.
    Correction: Wash, rinse & sanitize food equipment.
  • Critical: Toxics - Storage of Toxic Containers* (corrected on site)
    Observation: Cleaning products stored on shelf over prep table.
    Correction: Store toxic products separate / below food items & clean equipment.
04/25/2013Risk Factor
Discussed Proper Storage of ReadyTo-Eat Foods & Raw Animal Foods handout with person-in-charge. Posted 3-vat sink setup / usage signage. Facility approved for foodservice permit.
  • Hair Restraints - Effectiveness (repeated violation)
    Observation: Employees observed working in the food service area without a hat, cap or hair-net.
    Correction: All food handlers must wear a hat, cap, or hair-net.
  • Critical: Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
    Correction: Separate raw foods of animal origin during storage from raw and cooked Ready-To-Eat foods.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
    Observation: Heavy ice / frost in front prep cooler.
    Correction: Repair prep cooler to eliminate ice / frost build-up.
  • Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
    Observation: Heavy dust on 2-door counter-top freezer.
    Correction: Clean coils on 2-door counter-top freezer more frequently.
  • Equipment - Non-Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils (repeated violation)
    Observation: Underside of floor mixer head was soiled with accumulations of grime and debris.
    Correction: Clean the floor mixer head more frequently.
  • Insect Control Devices - Design and Installation (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
    Observation: Fly strip hanging from exhaust hood.
    Correction: Remove fly strip from kitchen.
02/14/2011Follow-up

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