Sun Cafe, 8534-A Terminal Rd, Lorton, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Sun Cafe
Address: 8534-A Terminal Rd, Lorton, Virginia
Total inspections: 9
Last inspection: Aug 18, 2009

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Violation code

Inspection Date

Inspection Type

Critical violations

Non-Critical violations

Details / Comments

  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Food stored on the floor. Observed a bag of onions on the floor.
  • 4-904.11(A) - Corrected During Inspection Plastic spoons, forks, and knives were found handled, displayed or dispensed with the food or lip-contact surface facing upward.
  • 7-202.12(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Pesticides are not being applied by a certified applicator. Observed two cans of household spray pesticide.
August 18, 2009Routine12Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. April 15, 2009Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • 3-304.15(A) - Repeat (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) Single-use gloves saved for reuse by food employees.
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 inches off the floor.
  • 4-101.19 - Repeat The nonfood-contact surface of the following equipment is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth:1) Observed paper bags lining shelving in the food prep area,2) Observed paper bags and cardboard lining the underneath of the grase barrel.
  • 4-202.16 - Repeat The nonfood-contact surface of the following equipment is not designed or constructed to be easily cleanable:1) Observed saran wrap lining the shelving in the food prep area,2) Observed aluminum foil lining trays in the food prep and customer service areas,3) Observed peeling plastic on the exterior of the ice machine.
  • 4-501.11(A) - Repeat The following equipment was observed damaged and no longer smooth and easily cleaned or sanitized:1) Shelving underneath prep tables (rusted),2) Threshold along the walkin cooler,3) Shelving in the dry storage area (rusted),4) Ventilation fan in the ladies room.
  • 4-501.11(B) - Repeat The door gaskets of the following unit(s) are (missing, damaged):1) True prep cooler.
  • 4-602.13 - Repeat The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: 1) Ventilation hood filters,2) Stove top,3) Sides of the fryer,4) Shelving in the food prep area,5) Shelving in the dry storage area,6) Interior of the walkin cooler.
  • 43.1-1-5(f) - Repeat The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:1) Magic Chef microwave,2) Panasonic rice cooker.
  • 5-205.11(A) - Repeat (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) The handwashing facility located in the front is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 6-201.11 - Repeat Observed nonsmooth ceiling tiles in the bathrooms.
  • 6-303.11(A) - Repeat Observed burned out lights in the dry storage areas.
  • 6-303.11(C) - Repeat Observed burned out lights in the food preparation areas.
  • 6-501.11 - Repeat Observed that the following is not maintained in good repair:1) Gaps in the stainless steel wall paneling behind the grill.
  • 6-501.114(A) - Repeat Observed that items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment are being stored on the premises.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Repeat Observed that the following is in need of cleaning:1) Walls in the food prep area,2) Floor/wall junctures underneath and behind equipment.
  • 6-501.14(A) - Repeat Intake and exhaust air ducts are not being cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
May 01, 2008Follow-up016Details / Comments
  • 2-102.11(C) - Critical Repeat (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) The person in charge failed to describe the primary symptoms of illnesses/diseases that are transmissible through food.
  • 2-103.11(D) - Poor handwashing procedures observed.
  • 2-301.12(A)-(B) - Critical (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) Observed food employees using improper handwashing procedures.
  • 2-301.15 - A food employee was observed cleaning their hands in a food preparation sink or in a mop sink.
  • 3-304.15(A) - Single-use gloves saved for reuse by food employees.
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 inches off the floor.
  • 3-501.13(A)-(D) - Observed the following food thawing using an improper method: 1) Observed chicken thawing out in stagnate water at room temperature.
  • 3-603.11(A) - Critical A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that the following food items may be served raw and/or undercooked:1) Eggs,2) Hamburgers.
  • 4-101.19 - Repeat The nonfood-contact surface of the following equipment is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth:1) Observed paper bags lining shelving in the food prep area,2) Observed paper bags and cardboard lining the underneath of the grase barrel.
  • 4-202.16 - The nonfood-contact surface of the following equipment is not designed or constructed to be easily cleanable:1) Observed saran wrap lining the shelving in the food prep area,2) Observed aluminum foil lining trays in the food prep and customer service areas,3) Observed peeling plastic on the exterior of the ice machine.
  • 4-501.11(A) - Repeat The following equipment was observed damaged and no longer smooth and easily cleaned or sanitized:1) Shelving underneath prep tables (rusted),2) Threshold along the walkin cooler,3) Shelving in the dry storage area (rusted),4) Ventilation fan in the ladies room.
  • 4-501.11(B) - The door gaskets of the following unit(s) are (missing, damaged):1) True prep cooler.
  • 4-602.13 - Repeat The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: 1) Ventilation hood filters,2) Stove top,3) Sides of the fryer,4) Shelving in the food prep area,5) Shelving in the dry storage area,6) Interior of the walkin cooler.
  • 43.1-1-5(f) - Repeat The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:1) Magic Chef microwave,2) Panasonic rice cooker.
  • 5-205.11(A) - (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) The handwashing facility located in the front is blocked, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
  • 6-201.11 - Repeat Observed nonsmooth ceiling tiles in the bathrooms.
  • 6-303.11(A) - Repeat Observed burned out lights in the dry storage areas.
  • 6-303.11(C) - Observed burned out lights in the food preparation areas.
  • 6-501.11 - Observed that the following is not maintained in good repair:1) Gaps in the stainless steel wall paneling behind the grill.
  • 6-501.111(D) - Observed live roach and several dead roaches.
  • 6-501.114(A) - Observed that items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment are being stored on the premises.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Repeat Observed that the following is in need of cleaning:1) Walls in the food prep area,2) Floor/wall junctures underneath and behind equipment.
  • 6-501.14(A) - Intake and exhaust air ducts are not being cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
  • 7-202.12(C) - Critical (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) Pesticides are not being applied by a certified applicator. Observed Raid insectcides in the facility.
April 21, 2008Routine420Details / Comments
  • 2-102.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The person in charge failed to state the required temperatures and holding times for the potentially hazardous food items when (1) in refrigerated storage, (2) in hot holding, (3) being cooled and/or (4) being reheated.
  • 2-102.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The person in charge failed to state the minimum cook temperatures and times for potentially hazardous food(s).
  • 2-102.11(C) - Corrected During Inspection Critical The person in charge failed to describe the primary symptoms of illnesses/diseases that are transmissible through food.
  • 2-103.11(F) - Employees are not aware of or are not monitoring the temperatures of potentially hazardous food.
  • 2-103.11(K) - Employees are not aware of or are not using suitable utensils with ready-to-eat food to prevent cross-contamination.
  • 2-401.11(A) - Critical Open drinking containers stored in a manner that may contaminate food, food contact surfaces or utensils.
  • 3-301.11(B) - Critical Food employee(s) was observed handling the following ready-to-eat foods using their bare hands:1) Observed sandwiches being prepared with one glove instead of two.
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 inches off the floor.
  • 3-501.16(A)(1) - Critical The following food item(s) were found hot holding at improper temperatures using a calibrated food temperature measuring device:1) Sausage (89F),2) Hashbrowns (94F)
October 17, 2007Critical Procedures43Details / Comments
  • 3-304.14(B)(1) - Observed moist wiping cloths lying out on the countertops.
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Repeat Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 inches off the floor.
  • 4-101.19 - The nonfood-contact surface of the following equipment is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth:1) Observed brown paper bags lining shelving.
  • 4-501.11(A) - Repeat The following equipment was observed damaged and no longer smooth and easily cleaned or sanitized:1) Shelving underneath table (rusted)
  • 4-501.12 - The cutting boards are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 4-601.11(A) - Critical The following equipment/utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: 1) Slicer
  • 4-602.13 - The nonfood-contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: 1) Gaskets on the reachin units,2) Ventilation hood filters,3) Sides of grill,4) Mop sink.
  • 43.1-1-5(f) - The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:1) Magic Chef microwave,2) Panasonic rice cooker.
  • 5-205.15(B) - Repeat Observed the following in disrepair:1) Front handsink (slow drain)
  • 6-201.11 - Repeat Observed nonsmooth ceiling tiles in the bathrooms.
  • 6-303.11(A) - Observed burned out lights in the dry storage area.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Observed that the following is in need of cleaning:1) Floor/wall junctures underneath and behind equipment and shelving throughout the facility.
April 12, 2007Routine111Details / Comments
  • 2-103.11(D) - Poor handwashing procedures observed.
  • 2-301.12(A)-(B) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Improper handwashing procedures observed.
  • 3-302.11(A)(1) - Corrected During Inspection Critical Observed raw chicken being stored together with RTE ham.
  • 3-304.15(A) - Corrected During Inspection Single-use gloves saved for reuse.
  • 3-305.11(A)(3) - Food stored on the floor and/or food stored less than 6 inches off the floor.
  • 3-501.13(A)-(D) - Corrected During Inspection Observed chicken and ham thawing at room temperature.
  • 4-302.14 - There is no test kit located in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
  • 4-602.11(E)(4) - Surfaces of ice bins, beverage dispensing nozzles, and enclosed components of equipment are not being cleaned as required.
December 15, 2006Critical Procedures26Details / Comments
  • 4-501.11(A) - Repeat The following was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged:1) Interior shelving of the walkin cooler (rusted).
  • 4-501.11(B) - Repeat The door gaskets of the following are damaged:1) True prep cooler.
  • 5-205.15(B) - Repeat Observed the following in disprepair:1) Three compartment sink (leaking).
  • 6-201.11 - Repeat Observed nonsmooth ceiling tiles in the bathrooms.
November 15, 2006Pre-Opening04Details / Comments
  • 4-101.19 - The nonfood contact surface of the following is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth:1) Paper lining shelving in the reachin coolers,2) Cardboard shelving on top of the grease trap,3) Paper lining shelving in the walkin cooler.
  • 4-202.16 - Soda crate(s) found used for the following:1) Shelving
  • 4-202.16 - The nonfood contact surface of the following is not designed or constructed to be easily cleanable:1) Aluminum foil lining the shelving in the food prep area,2) Bricks surrounding the grease trap (remove),3) Peeling plastic on the exterior of the microwave,4) Tape residue on the exterior of the shelving in the back.
  • 4-301.11 - The following is not currently operating as required to hold food at a temperature of 41f or below:1) True prep cooler (45F),2) Walkin Cooler (50F)
  • 4-501.11(A) - The following was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged:1) Shelving in the front,2) Missing drain plugs for the three compartment sink,3) Interior shelving of the walkin unit (rusted),4) Collander strainer.
  • 4-501.11(B) - The door gaskets of the following are damaged:1) True prep cooler.
  • 4-501.12 - The cutting boards are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
  • 4-502.13(A) - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of food.
  • 4-601.11(A) - Critical The following equipment/utensils were observed soiled to sight and touch: 1) Slicer
  • 4-602.13 - Repeat The nonfood contact surfaces of the following equipment had accumulations of grime and debris: 1) Shelving in the the front,2) Ventilation hood filters,3) Exterior of the stove,4) Gaskets on the reachin coolers,5) Shelving in the dishwashing area,6) Grease trap,7) Mop sink,8) Interior shelving of the walkin cooler,9) Interior of the walkin cooler.
  • 43.1-1-5(f) - The following items are intended for household use only and are not approved for use in a commercial food establishment:1) Presto kitchen kettle,2) Magic Chef microwave,3) GE bagel toaster.
  • 5-205.15(B) - Observed the following in disrepair:1) Three compartment sink (leaking),2) Ice machine (leaking),3) Mop sink (leaking).
  • 6-201.11 - Repeat Observed nonsmooth ceiling tiles in the bathrooms.
  • 6-301.11 - Repeat Observed that hand soap was not provided at each handwashing sink.
  • 6-301.12(A) - Observed that paper towels were not provided at each handwashing sink.
  • 6-501.11 - Observed that the following is not maintained in good repair:1) Seal seams along the ventilaiton hood and walls underneath,2) Reseal three compartment sink to the wall.
  • 6-501.111(D) - Observed evidence of rodents in the establishment.
  • 6-501.12(A) - Observed that the following is in need of cleaning:1) Floor/wall junctures underneath and behind the grill,2) Floor/wall junctures in the dishwashing area.
  • 6-501.14(A) - Intake and exhaust air ducts are not being cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
  • 7-202.12(C) - Critical Pesticides are not being applied by a certified applicator. Obserrved "Home Defense" insecticides.
November 14, 2006Pre-Opening217Details / Comments

August 18, 2009 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a routine inspection. If there are any questions please contact the EHS inspector. Thank you.
AO Smith DRE-52-810

April 15, 2009 (Follow-up)

Comments:
6-501.114(A) - Maintaining Premises Free of Unnecessary Items and Unused Equipment
Observation (REPEAT): Observed that items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment are being stored on the premises.
Correction: Remove unnecessary items, including equipment which is no longer in use, from the premises to allow for regular and effective cleaning and to prevent harborage conditions.
The purpose of today's visit was to conduct a follow-up inspection.

May 01, 2008 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
This is a follow up to an inspection conducted April 21, 2008. The above mentioned items were not corrected by the time of the follow up.

April 21, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection.
Facility Data Sheet
Hot Water Heater: AO Smith DRE-52-810 which uses 15kW to produce 75 GPH of 120oF water at an 80oF rise--NSF rated.
Dishmachine: N/A
Grease Trap Cleaning: Unknown
Ventilation Hood Cleaning: Quarterly (last service 12.27.07)
Ventilation Hood Filter Cleaning: Monthly (last service 03.27.08)
Pest Control Service: Quarterly (last service November 2007)
Applicable Consumer Advisory: Yes

October 17, 2007 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
This is a critical procedures evaluation.

April 12, 2007 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a routine inspection. The following information is provided to help the establishment in better food safety practices.
The following have been identified as risk factors that contribute to foodborne illnesses:
1. Improper Holding Temperatures
2. Inadequate Cooking
3. Contaminated Equipment
4. Food from Unsafe Sources
5. Poor Personal Hygiene
However, the following interventions can be made to protect public health:
1. Demonstration of Knowledge
2. Employee Health Controls
3. Hands as a Vehicle of Contamination
4. Time and Temperature Relationships
5. Consumer Advisory
It is essential that the person in charge utilize Active Managerial Control in the facility. This is intentional actions taken by the person-in-charge/CFM to attain control over foodborne illness risk factors. It embodies a preventive rather than reactive approach to food safety through a continuous system of monitoring and verification.
Employee Health Controls
Ensure that all employees, including management, understand reporting, restriction, and exclusion in regards to reportable symptoms (Vomiting, Diarrhea, Jaundice, and/or a sore throat with Fever) and reportable diagnosis (Norovirus, Hepatitis A virus, Shigella spp., E. coli, and/or Salmonella typhi).
All inspections are available for public viewing on the State of Virginia website (www.vdh.virginia.gov). If you have any questions or comments, please call (703) 246-2444.
***REPEAT OBSERVATIONS WILL RESULT IN ENFORCEMENT ACTION BEING TAKEN***
Facility Data Sheet
Hot Water Heater: AO Smith DRE-52-810 which uses 15 kW to produce 75 GPH of 120F water at an 80F rise--NSF rated.
Dishmachine: N/A
Grease Trap Cleaning: Monthly
Ventilation Hood Cleaning: Every 6 weeks
Pest Control Service: Monthly
Applicable Consumer Advisory: No

December 15, 2006 (Critical Procedures)


Violations: Comments:
The purpose of this visit was to conduct a critical procedures inspection.
Review the Big 5 Food-borne Illnesses (Salmonella, E.Coli, Shigella, Hepatitis A, and Norovirus) and the symptoms associated with these illnesses (diarrhea, vomiting, fever and/or jaundice). Ensure that all employees, including management, understand reporting, restriction, and exclusion.
COOKING, REHEATING & HOLDING TEMPERATURES:
Review cooking, reheating, and holding temperatures with food service employees
COOKING: Poultry 165F; Ground Beef & Comminuted Meats 155F; Steaks, Seafood, Pork, and Raw Shell Eggs 145F
REHEATING: PHFs prepared on site 165F, Commercially Processed Foods 140F
HOLDING: Hot 135F+, Cold 41F-
DO NOT let food sit in the “DANGER ZONE” (41F-135F) for extended periods of time.
FOOD STORAGE:
Food shall be stored in the refrigeration and freezer units according to cook temperature to prevent contamination. Raw food products requiring higher cook temperatures shall be stored below raw food products requiring lower cook temperatures.
TOP SHELF – 145F Whole Intact Steaks, Pork, Seafood, Raw Shell Eggs
MIDDLE SHELF – 155F Raw Ground Beef, Sausage, & Other Comminuted Meats
BOTTOM SHELF – 165F Raw Poultry
It is recommended that raw animal products be stored completely separate from raw vegetables, cooked animal products and other non-animal products, such as noodles & rice. If these foods are not stored on a separate shelf from the above listed raw animal products they must be stored above all raw animal products.
HANDWASHING REMINDER:
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.
Ensure all food employees clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms with a cleaning compound in a lavatory by vigorously rubbing together the surfaces of their lathered hands and warms for at least 20 seconds and thoroughly rinsing with clean water.
Always wear gloves or use other suitable utensils such as, tongs or deli tissue, when handling ready-to-eat food. Minimize bare hand contact with non-ready-to-eat food as well.
DATEMARKING:
Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of ready-to-eat (RTE), potentially hazardous food (PHF) at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. Similarly, mark a "consume by" date on commercially processed RTE foods at the time the original container is opened. If the food is held at 41F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar, including the prep/open date. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
COOLING:
Cool potentially hazardous foods from 135F to 70F within 2 hours and from 70F to 41F or below within 4 hours. A longer time for cooling allows an ideal situation for bacterial growth. This has been shown to be the major contributing factor in many foodborne illnesses.
Do not allow food to cool at room temperature. When the temperature of hot food falls below 140F it must be under temperature control to prevent bacterial growth.
Critical Violations shall be corrected within 10 days.
Non-Critical Violations shall be corrected within 90 days.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
ALL inspections are available for public viewing on the State of Virginia website (www.vdh.virginia.gov).
If you have any questions or would like additional information on the routine inspection please call me (703) 246-2444.
**REPEAT OBSERVATIONS WILL RESULT IN ENFORCEMENT ACTION BEING TAKEN**

November 15, 2006 (Pre-Opening)


Violations: Comments:
This visit was made to conduct a change of ownership inspection. Please review the following comments:
**Approval is hereby granted for the issuance of a Health Department permit. This inspection report shall serve as your permit until the official permit is obtained. All outstanding violations are to be corrected within ten (10) days but no later than the time of your first inspection (approximately thirty (30) days). No equipment additions/replacement/changes are allowed without Health Department approval.**

Hot water heater: which uses to produce GPH of 120F water at an 80F rise.
Dishmachine:
Sanitizer:
Grease trap cleaning:
Vent hood cleaning:
Pest Control service:
Seating:
Consumer Advisory:

Maintain all invoices on grease trap cleaning and professional pest control company services.

November 14, 2006 (Pre-Opening)


Violations: Comments:
This visit was made to conduct a change of ownership inspection. Please review the following comments:

1. Due to large number of violations, approval for Health Department permit is hereby denied.
2. Correct ALL violations.
3. Contact me, once all violations have been corrected.
4. Establishment must remain closed until all violations have been corrected and approval for Health Department permit is hereby granted.
If you have any questions, please contact me. Thank you.
Hot water heater: Unable to locate the water heater during the inspection.
Dishmachine: N/A
Sanitizer: Chlorine
Grease trap cleaning: Unknown
Vent hood cleaning: Every 6 months
Pest Control service: Unknown
Seating: 24 seats (non smoking) (2 public restrooms)
Consumer Advisory: N/A

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