Buddy's, 2089 Virginia Avenue, Collinsville, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Buddy's
Address: 2089 Virginia Avenue, Collinsville, Virginia
Total inspections: 9
Last inspection: Jul 10, 2009

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Violation code

Inspection Date

Inspection Type

Critical violations

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Details / Comments

No violation noted during this evaluation. July 10, 2009Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Cold holding at improper temperatures. The following were observed: Sliced tomatoes at 45F and 62F; shreded cheese on prep unit top at 46F; sliced cheese on prep unit top at 45F; Cheese inside sandwich prep unit at 42F.
  • 0830 - Critical Many of the prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) foods in the refrigeration unit are not properly dated for disposition. Operator has not kept this program in effect.
  • 1510 - Repeat The person in charge could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the following items have accumulations of grime and debris: door seals of sandwich unit, sides of equipment, green plastic salad bar, walk-in floor.
  • 2600 - The outdoor refuse container and grease barrel are stored on gravel. Lids must remain closed during fly season.
  • 3080 - Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in refrigerator.
June 24, 2009Routine24Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. February 23, 2009Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Cold holding at improper temperatures. The glass front salad/dessert cooler was at 45F. The following products inside were observed: Banana pudding at 46F, coconut custard pie at 46F, sour cream at 47F, cut tomatos at 48F.
  • 1060 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the secondary sandwich unit lid is made of plywood. Also the pass through window is delaminating and the formica is coming unglued around the edges, leaving cracks for food to build up and prevent proper cleaning.
  • 1320 - Repeat There was no temperature measuring device located in the walk-in refrigerator, the sandwich unit, and the Delfield unit.
  • 1510 - Repeat The person in charge could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
  • 1530 - Repeat There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
February 12, 2009Follow-up14Details / Comments
  • 0610 - Repeat Box and bag of raw potatoes observed stored on the storage room floor.
  • 0830 - Critical Repeat The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) foods such as sliced ham, macaroni, cole slaw in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
  • 1060 - The nonfood contact surface of the secondary sandwich unit lid is made of plywood. Also the pass through window is delaminating and the formica is coming unglued around the edges, leaving cracks for food to build up and prevent proper cleaning.
  • 1320 - Repeat There was no temperature measuring device located in the walk-in refrigerator, the sandwich unit, and the Delfield unit.
  • 1510 - Repeat The person in charge could not provide a food temperature measuring device.
  • 1530 - There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 1780 - Critical Bin below ice maker is not being cleaned at a frequency to prevent black mold growth.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the cook line equipment has accumulations of grime and debris, especially sides of equipment and the shelving below the flat top griddle.
  • 1890 - Critical Dish machine was not picking up any chlorine sanitizer, therefore no sanitizing rinse was conducted on dishwashing.
  • 3080 - Only 4 foot candles of light was noted in the walk-in refrigeration unit. A 60 watt incandescant bulb was in the fixture.
January 29, 2009Routine37Details / Comments
  • 0930 - Critical Repeat A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that there is no consumer advisory for the hamburger and eggs that may be served raw and/or undercooked
  • 0960 2 - Repeat The food contact surface of the stainless steel table is not easily cleanable due to pitting.
  • 1510 - Repeat The person in charge could not provide a slim tipped instant read food thermometer capable of checking thin meat patties.
  • 1570 - Repeat Unused sandwich unit not removed from kitchen.
October 22, 2008Follow-up13Details / Comments
  • 0450 - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands.
  • 0470 - Critical Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit.
  • 0610 - Baked potato boxes stored on floor.
  • 0820 A 2 - Critical Cold holding at improper temperatures. The following temperatures were observed: fried apples at 51F; ham at 48F; mozzarella cheese and american cheese at 42F;
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) food items in the refrigeration unit were not properly dated for disposition. No date marking system being used.
  • 0930 - Critical A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that there is no consumer advisory for the hamburger and eggs that may be served raw and/or undercooked
  • 0960 2 - The food contact surface of the stainless steel table is not easily cleanable due to pitting.
  • 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the refrigeration units.
  • 1510 - The person in charge could not provide a slim tipped instant read food thermometer capable of checking thin meat patties.
  • 1570 - Unused sandwich unit not removed from kitchen.
October 06, 2008Routine55Details / Comments
0820 A 2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Cold holding at improper temperatures. The following temperatures were observed: shrimp on top of sandwich unit at 42F; sliced tomatos at 45F;February 28, 2008Routine10Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. October 16, 2007Routine00Details / Comments

July 10, 2009 (Follow-up)

Comments:
Follow-up inspection to check temperatures only. Other items from last inspection still need to be addressed.
Sandwich unit has been repaired and is doing well.
Walk-in is cold.
Operator has date labels for daily usage.
Operator advised me how they want to re-arrange tables in kitchen for better usage. OK

June 24, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Issued a copy of Pocket Guide to food regulations.
Discussed the need to improve health policy and knowledge of the regulations.
Discussed the suggestion to discontinue using green salad bar except during busy periods. Keep item in refrigeration.
Discussed the need to keep consumer advisory on menu when menu is reduced in near future.

February 23, 2009 (Follow-up)

Comments:
All coolers holding properly.
Thermometers in all units.
New top added to back-up sandwich unit.
Pass through window fixed and sealed.

February 12, 2009 (Follow-up)


Violations:

January 29, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Note: Air temp in dessert glass front cooler was 42F at 1:30 PM. This cooler had adjustment dial turned to colder setting. Monitor closely to assure that temperatures drop to a satisfactory range to hold all foods below 41°F even during busy periods.
Ice in cooler for quick filling of drinks during lunch/dinner shall be drained. Ice shall not be allowed to stand with water.

October 22, 2008 (Follow-up)


Violations:

October 06, 2008 (Routine)


Violations:

February 28, 2008 (Routine)


Violation: 0820 A 2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Cold holding at improper temperatures. The following temperatures were observed: shrimp on top of sandwich unit at 42F; sliced tomatos at 45F;
Cold hold potentially hazardous food at 41F or below to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria. Recommend sandwich unit be set to 36-38F in the lower portion.
Comments:
Shelf in pantry needs to be set to a full 6" above floor to allow for cleaning of floor.
Do not place any items in front of circuit panels and breaker boxes (see fire codes).
This kitchen is limited in capacity. Operator needs to limit menu items to those that can be safely and properly prepared with the existing equipment and preparation space. If additional equipment is proposed, please contact VDH for approval before making changes.
Do not install fan in kitchen wall, as this will be detrimental to the exhaust hood functionality.
Manager is now Tammy Franklin. We discussed the importance of proper handwashing, proper cooling techniques, and menu items.
This facility has changed menu items and management within the last month.

October 16, 2007 (Routine)

Comments:
Several items still are in need of completion to meet Fire Marshall's requirements.
All construction debris shall be cleaned up prior to preparation of food.

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