Howard's Restaurant & Bakery, 9237 Kings Highway, King George, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Howard's Restaurant & Bakery
Address: 9237 Kings Highway, King George, Virginia
Total inspections: 11
Last inspection: Mar 20, 2009

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Violation code

Inspection Date

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  • 0160 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Observed food employee don new gloves without washing hands.
  • 0820 A 2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Coleslaw IT @45'F, Ranch Dressing IT @51'F and Sliced tomatoes IT @45'F at the buffet - cold holding at improper temperatures. Observed food items relocated to reach in freezer.
  • 2260 - Critical Observed a hose, with a spray nozzle, attached to a faucet fixture at the mop sink.
  • 2310 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The handwashing facility located at the front serving counter is blocked with a wet wiping cloth bucket, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing. Observed removal of wet wiping cloth bucket from the handwashing sink.
March 20, 2009Routine40Details / Comments
0160 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed employee, with gloves on, crack shell eggs onto grill then handle ready to eat biscuits without washing hands and changing to new gloves.April 30, 2008Routine10Details / Comments
  • 0450 - Critical Repeat Employee observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) toast and sliced tomatoes with bare hands.
  • 0470 - Critical Shell eggs stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) sliced tomatoes in the Delfield Reach In Cooler.
  • 0570 - Wiping cloth on prep table - improperly stored between use.
  • 0570 - Improper use of wet wiping cloths. Observed employee using wet wiping cloth to wipe off dish that contained food ready to be served.
  • 0790 - Corrected During Inspection Observed chicken above the microwave and hamburger patties on storage shelving.
  • 1750 - Manufacturer BBQ container was observed reused for the storage of margerine.
  • 1770 A - Critical Repeat The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: 1. interior of the ice machine 2. upsplash at the soda dispenser.
  • 1890 - Critical Hot water sanitizer dishmachine wash water measured at 155'F and the rinse water measured at 173'F.
  • 2720 - Dumpster or outside refuse container was open or uncovered.
  • 3170 - Back screen door is not maintained in good repair
  • 3380 - Critical Chlorine sanitizer concentration level in wet wiping cloth buckets at the prep area and the front counter measured at 200 ppm.
  • 3490 - Observed coat on storage shelving next to thawing hamburger patties, keys above the prep table, phone in basket of single service condiments in the prep area and tube of handcream next to the handsink at the front counter.
March 24, 2008Routine56Details / Comments
  • 0450 - Critical Employees observed handling ready-to-eat (RTE) food with their bare hands. (sandwich buns)
  • 1100 - Corrected During Inspection The food contact surface of the metal strainer is rusty and difficult to clean.
  • 1570 - Repeat Ice build-up in small reach-in freezer that prevents necessary maintenance and easy cleaning.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: interior of the ice machine
  • 2260 - Critical Repeat Observed a hose attached to a faucet fixture. The hose extended below the flood rim level of the sink basin. (On mop sink) There is a backflow prevention device on the system that comes into the building, but there needs to be one at the mop sink if you are going to attach a hose.
March 13, 2007Routine32Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Critical Repeat Raw shrimp stored above biscuits in RIF. Onion rings stored with chopped raw chicken and beef steak in small RIC. Raw trout stored on top of fries in RIF.
  • 0550 - Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses in cups of water measuring 106 F.
  • 2260 - Critical Observed a hose attached to a faucet fixture at mop sink. The hose extended below the flood rim level of the sink basin.
  • 2350 ii - Plumbing connections under the mop sink are leaking.
March 15, 2006Routine22Details / Comments
  • 0470 - Critical Raw pork and beef stored over RTE food (chicken salad) in RIC. Raw meats holding above each other in 2 dr. RIF in such a way that could cause contamination.
  • 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) chicken salad was marked with a "prepared on" date rather than a "discard by" date.
  • 0830 - Critical The ready-to-eat (RTE) commercially processed deli meats and cheeses in the RIC were not dated for disposition after opening.
  • 1060 - The nonfood contact surface of the countertop across from grill is heavily scored. The shelves above this table need to be resealed.
  • 1570 - Repeat Small white RIF under toaster needs to be defrosted and the gasket is ripped.
  • 1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of chicken salad.
  • 1960 - Repeat Metal pans stacked above prep table and clear plastic cups in front were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization.
  • 2020 - Plates and bowls throughout facility were found dispensed with the food-contact surface facing upward.
  • 2730 - The dumpster has no drain plug.
  • 2790 - The indoor floor material located at the utility room does not meet the standard of: 1. smooth, durable and easily cleanable 2. closely woven and easily cleanable carpet 3. nonabsorbent
  • 2890 - Light bulb in kitchen above grill is not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistent.
  • 2930 - Rear screen door does not shut tightly.
  • 3045 - Corrected During Inspection A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at front hand sink.
  • 3260 - Corrected During Inspection Employees jacket was stored on food rack. Lotion was stored on top of dish sanitizing machine.
  • 3320 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Original containers of bleach does not have a legible manufacturer label. Container of dawn not labelled.
  • 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Containers of cooking oil stored with cleaners under 3 vat sink.
  • 3380 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Chloring sanitizing solution in bucket in kitchen measured >100 ppm and solution in bucket in front was<50 ppm.
February 16, 2006Routine511Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Shell eggs (50F) cold holding at improper temperature in the reach in cooler. The temperature was 45F after 15 minutes. The cook stated that the eggs were sitting on the counter for a few minutes during a small rush.
  • 0820 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Scrapple (112F) hot holding at improper temperature. The scrapple was reheated and placed on the waffle iron to keep hot.
April 05, 2005Critical Procedures10Details / Comments
  • 0570 - No indication of sanitizer in the cook's wiping cloth bucket. CORRECTED.
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: Can opener blade (CORRECTED). Plastic container holding steak knives (CORRECTED).
  • 1570 - The door gasket of the following equipment are torn: 1. Small cook's reach in freezer. 2. Cook's reach in cooler.
  • 1570 - Interior lid to ice machine cracked.
  • 0820 - Critical Shell eggs on counter at 75F (DISCARDED).
  • 3170 - The following physical structures are not maintained in good repair: 1. Paint peeling from wall behind cook's prep table. 2. Missing floor tiles below cooking equipment. 3. Cracked floor tiles in front of grill. 4. Floor tiles missing below stainless steel prep table. 5. Wall damaged below prep table (where pipes are exposed). 6. Floor in dishroom in poor repair. 7. Large hole in wall left of electrical outlet in dish room. 8. Floor and walls in utility room in poor repair. 9. Missing floor tiles below ice machine. 10. Ceiling covering in cook's area coming apart and not sealed at seams.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: 1. Dust accumulation ontop of cook's 2 door freezer. 2. Dust accumulation on top of cook's reach in cooler. 3. Fan dusty in cook's area.
  • 3180 - Dust accumulation around air ducts in the cook's area. Dust accumulation on air vent in dishwashing area.
  • 0470 - Critical Container of battered fish uncovered in the cook's freezer.
  • 1060 - Exterior finish of small prep table cabinet (blue) is peeling.
  • 1960 - Plastic drinking glasses were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization.
March 24, 2004Routine37Details / Comments
  • 0820 - Critical Milk holding at improper temperatures (49).
  • 1190 - No thermomter in refrigerator
April 18, 2003Routine11Details / Comments
  • 2350 ii - Plumbing connections in the dishwashing room are leaking.
  • 1570 - The can opener blade is dull- observed metal shavings on blade.
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers containing dry goods.
March 06, 2003Follow-up--Details / Comments
  • 0270 - Critical Honey purchased from a local farmer being used in unlabeled bottles.
  • 0760 - Critical Beef gravy 98F and white gravy 97F being reheated in steamtable. Steamtables are not capable of rapidly reheating foods to 165F within 2 hours.
  • 0790 - Chicken thawing on counter in bakery at 47F.
  • 0470 - Critical Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. Raw chicken breasts stored on shelf above other foods inside reach in cooler.
  • 0610 - Food stored in a location where it is subject to splash, dust or other contamination. Pot of cooked potatoes 104F on floor uncovered in utility room. Coffee grounds in filters next to front handsink not protected.
  • 3460 - Critical Medicines stored on shelf in bakery.
  • 0160 - Critical A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation, after touching bare human body parts, after coughing, sneezing, eating, after handling soiled utensils or after engaging in any activity which may have contaminated his/her hands. Observed the cook touch raw hamburger and several other food items with bare hands then wipe hands on wet wiping cloth which was laying on the counter instead of washing them properly.
  • 0220 - Critical 2 open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 2350 ii - Plumbing connections in the dishwashing room are leaking.
  • 3380 - Critical Sanitizer in wiping cloth bucket in kitchen 200ppm Chlorine.
  • 0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. No observation of sanitizer in wiping cloth bucket at front counter.
  • 2310 - Critical The handwashing facility located at the front counter is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing. The wiping cloth bucket was sitting inside the handsink.
  • 0480 - Unlabeled food containers containing dry goods.
  • 3140 - Employee jacket hanging from dry storage shelf.
  • 3290 - 2 screwdrivers stored in utensil bin at front counter.
  • 1770 - Critical Observed accumulations of grime and debris on the following food contact surfaces: Interior of ice machine-pink buildup.
  • 1570 - The can opener blade dull-observed metal shavings on blade.Broken thermometer inside dessert display case.
  • 0820 - Critical Observed the following temperature violations: Beets on stovetop 90F, Great Northern Beans on counter 117F,Pancake Batter 59F, Green Beans & Potatoes 60F, Shell Eggs 78F, Scrapple 115F, all on counter top, Beef gravy 98F, White gravy 97F in steam table, Coffee creamers 50 in dessert display, Chipped beef gravy 78F & White gravy 104F in bakery prep unit, Shredded Cheese 51F, Baked Potatoes 58F, Green beans & Potatoes 49F all in walk in cooler, Pot of cooked potatoes in utility room 104F.
March 05, 2003Critical Procedures108Details / Comments

March 20, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
WIC-walk in cooler, RIC-reach in cooler, ST-surface temperature, IT-internal temperature, HH-hot holding, CH-cold holding, PIC-person in charge, SP-sandwich prep, RIR-reach in refrigerator
Food suppliers are US Foods and Sysco. Facility has a Consumer Advisory posted. Operator has a small diameter probe thermometer for taking temperatures of thin potentially hazardous foods. Dishmachine is not being used at the present time. Facility is using the 3 compartment sink for washing, rinsing and sanitizing. Chlorine sanitizing concentration level in the wet wiping cloth bucket at the front serving counter measured at 100 ppm. Discussed with operator: 1. employee health policy - foodborne illness symptoms. 2. ensure floors are cleaned thoroughly under equipment 3. ensure can opener is washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use 4. ensure hands are washed prior to donning new gloves. Observed good food storage, hot holding temperatures, cooking temperature, and protection of food items. Facility is clean and well maintained.

April 30, 2008 (Routine)


Violation: 0160 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed employee, with gloves on, crack shell eggs onto grill then handle ready to eat biscuits without washing hands and changing to new gloves.
Instruct food employees to clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing task.
Comments:
WIC-walk in cooler, RIC-reach in cooler, ST-surface temperature, IT-internal temperature, HH-hot holding, CH-cold holding, PIC-person in charge, SP-sandwich prep, RIR-reach in refrigerator
Operator has done an excellent job correcting deficiencies noted on the Foodservice Establishment Evaluation Report for the routine inspection conducted on March 24, 2008. Chlorine sanitizer concentration level in the wet wiping cloth bucket measured at 50 ppm. Hot water sanitizer dishmachine -hot water wash measured at 163'F and the rinse water measured at 182'F. Recommend adding a door sweep to the new back screened door to prevent possible entry of insects to facility.

March 24, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Discussed Consumer Advisory regulation with operator - per operator potentially hazardous foods are not undercooked. Ensure all refrigeration units have thermometers. Observed good handwashing, foods covered to prevent cross contamination and good hot holding, cold holding and cooking temperatures of potentially hazardous foods.
WIC-walk in cooler, RIC-reach in cooler, ST-surface temperature, IT-internal temperature, HH-hot holding, CH-cold holding, PIC-person in charge, SP-sandwich prep, RIR-reach in refrigerator

March 13, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Additional safe temperatures. Cooking chicken breast 178. HH rice 167. The facility was extremely busy during my inspection. The facility is well maintained and organized. PIC has food safety training. sanitizer in wiping cloth bucket is the proper concentration as demomnstarted by employees testing solution during the inspection.
Abbreviations: ST=surface temperature, IT=Internal temperature, WIC=walk-in cooler, WIF=walk-in freezer PIC=Person in charge, HH=hot holding.

March 15, 2006 (Routine)


Violations:

February 16, 2006 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Discussed following with PIC:
1. Enforcement policy, employee health, date marking, and cross contamination. (provided handouts on all but enforcement policy)
2. Facility wishes to replace walls and floors in kitchen and add new countertop this year. Advised that plans must be submitted to Health Dept. for review and 30 days are required for review.
3. Follow-up inspection will be conducted in 30 days.
Abbreviations: ST-surface temperature, IT-internal temperature, WIC-walk-in cooler, RIC-reach in cooler, WIF-walk-in freezer, RIF-reach in freezer, HH-hot holding, CH-cold holding, PIC-person in charge, SP-sandwich prep, PP-pizza prep, PHF-potentially hazardous food, FMC-food manager certification

April 05, 2005 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
Inspection limited to temperatures.
ADDITIONAL TEMPERATURES: DC-Creamers 41F; WIC-Cut Potatoes 41F, Shredded Cheese 42F, Buttermilk 39F, Skim Milk 41F, Cottage Cheese 40F; Small Prep Unit in Bakery-Shell Eggs 36F; Bakery Display- Chocolate Milk 39F.
Facility looks good. New walls and floors have been installed in dish room. Walls have been finished in utility room and a new mop sink added. Plans to install new walls and floors in cook's area this summer.

March 24, 2004 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
HH-Hot Holding, RIF-Reach In Freezer, RIC-Reach In Cooler, WIC-Walk In Cooler.
ADDITIONAL TEMPERATURES: RIC-Sliced Ham 40F, Dessert Case- Chocolate Milk 40F, Banana Creme Pie 41F, Salad Case-Chocolate Cream Pie 41F, Creamers 43F; WIC- Sourcream 44F, Buttermilk 42F, Oysters 41F, Shell Eggs 45F; Small Prep cooler in bakery- Shell Eggs 32F, 38F; RIF (Bakery)- Gravy (cooling) 41F, Ham 24F.
Observed Employees washing hands frequently!!!
NOTE: Repairs to floors, walls and ceilings are planned to be completed in July.

April 18, 2003 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Milk in bowl of water; provide refrigeration for milk

March 06, 2003 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
Did not observe food prep (food handeling) or take any food temperatures, except in the walk in cooler.
PIC has agreed to send at least 1 employee to the March 19, 03 "Over Easy" class.

March 05, 2003 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
Additional Temperatures- Buffet Line: Stewed Tomatoes 151°F, Rice 157°F; Salad Bar-Cottage Cheese 38°F, Shredded Cheese 37°F;
Dessert Display- Sour Cream 41°; Orange Juice 39°F; Bakery Prep- Shell Eggs 39°F

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