GIORGIO, 2941 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: GIORGIO
Address: 2941 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202
Total inspections: 11
Last inspection: Aug 10, 2012
Score
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99

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Inspection findings

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  • Access to handwashing sink is blocked.
  • Each handwashing sink did not provide individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; or a heated-air hand drying device.
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order.
  • Equipment is not approved by a recognized agency or authority.
  • Food items are not protected from contamination during storage.
  • In-use utensils are improperly stored.
  • Single-service articles or single-use articles were reused.
Standard Inspection Aug 24, 2010 93
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Aug 24, 2010 100
  • Cutting board(s) are damaged so as to prevent them from being effectively cleaned and sanitized.
  • Each handwashing sink did not provide individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; or a heated-air hand drying device.
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order.
  • Equipment is not approved by a recognized agency or authority.
  • In-use utensils are improperly stored.
  • Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
  • The air gap between a plumbing fixture and a piece of equipment is not sufficient to prevent back siphonage of contaminated water.
  • The floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings were not designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.
  • Time/temperature controlled for safety foods were being held at temperatures above 41 °F (5°C)..
  • Unsafe food was not discarded or properly reconditioned
Standard Inspection Feb 3, 2011 78
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Feb 3, 2011 100
  • Access to handwashing sink is blocked.
Followup Inspection Mar 1, 2011 99
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order.
  • Equipment is not approved by a recognized agency or authority.
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough.
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling were not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
  • Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
  • Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design.
  • Working containers of poisonous or toxic materials are not labeled.
Standard Inspection Aug 31, 2011 89
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Aug 31, 2011 100
  • After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.
  • Cutting board(s) are damaged so as to prevent them from being effectively cleaned and sanitized.
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order.
  • Equipment is not approved by a recognized agency or authority.
  • Food items are not protected from contamination during storage.
  • Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
  • Lockers or other suitable facilities are not being utilized for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
  • Working containers of poisonous or toxic materials are not labeled.
Standard Inspection Feb 9, 2012 87
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Feb 9, 2012 100
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order.
Standard Inspection Aug 10, 2012 99
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Aug 10, 2012 100

Violation descriptions and comments

Aug 24, 2010

PERSON IN CHARGE: BETH / TODD
ISSUED NEW DATE FOR POSTED GREEN SIGNAGE

Aug 24, 2010

PERSON IN CHARGE: BETH / TODD
PERSONNEL CLEANLINESS
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas.
HANDWASHING, PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION FROM HANDS
Hand washing facilities are adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees
Hand washing facilities shall be adequately supplied. Provide supply of single use paper towels at all times for employee use.
Exposed ready-to-eat foods are not touched by bare hands
Hands are properly washed when required
A handsink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.
PERSON IN CHARGE / DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE
Manager demonstrated knowledge by responding to food safety questions regarding the operation
THAWING
Foods are thawed in accordance with the OAC.
Under refrigeration
Under cold running water (not submerged, and not to exceed 41 F)
COOKING, REHEATING, COOLING, HOT AND COLD HOLDING
Using proper cooking temperatures
Time Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods that have been cooked and refrigerated are heated for hot holding with in 2 hours to 165 F.
Cooked Time Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods are cooled using shallow pans / ice baths and cooled from 140 F to 70 F

Feb 3, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: TODD, CHEF
ISSUED NEW DATE FOR POSTED GREEN SIGNAGE

Feb 3, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: TODD, CHEF
PERSONNEL CLEANLINESS
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas.
HANDWASHING, PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION FROM HANDS
Hand washing facilities are adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees.
Hand washing facilities are adequately supplied and hands are properly washed when required. Provide single-use paper towels at all times at bar handsink.
Exposed ready-to-eat foods are not touched by bare hands. Observed chef using single-use gloves with ready-to-eat food products.
PERSON IN CHARGE / DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE
Chef has attended CPH Level One Training. ServSafe Certification needs renewed. Provided copy of CPH Training.
THAWING
Foods are thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, cooking process.
COOKING, REHEATING, COOLING, HOT AND COLD HOLDING
Facility is using proper cooking temperatures.
TCS foods that have been cooked and refrigerated are reheated within 2 hours to 165 F.
TCS foods are cooled from 140 F to 70 F within 2 hours; & 70 F to 41 F within 4 hours. Observed cooked lasagna properly cooling uncovered, shallow pans in walk in cooler.
Observed hot foods are being held at 135 F and cold foods are being held at 41 F. Discontinue use of front prep top unit until repaired to cold hold at 41 F or below.
DATE MARKING / TIME AS

Mar 1, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: TODD, CHEF
- FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION TO FACILITY FOR OPEN CRITICAL VIOLATION.
- OBSERVED WORN SPRAY HOSE REPLACED / REPAIRED. CLOSED OUT OPEN CRITICAL VIOLATION.
- FACILITY ALSO DID GOOD JOB IN CORRECTING OPEN NON-CRITICAL VIOLATIONS BY THIS FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION: REPLACED WORN FREEZER LID, REPLACED CUTTING BOARDS, PROVIDED SINGLE-USE PAPER TOWELS AT BAR HANDSINK. REPAIRED PREP TOP. OBSERVED TCS FOODS PROPERLY COLD HOLDING BELOW 41 F.
- CLOSED OUT ALL CORRECTED VIOLATIONS. NO FURTHER FOLLOW-UP.

Aug 31, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: TODD, CHEF
ISSUED NEW DATE FOR POSTED GREEN SIGNAGE
- FACILITY WAS NOT OPEN FOR BUSINESS AT TIME OF STANDARD INSPECTION.

Aug 31, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: TODD, CHEF
XII. CHEMICAL
At time of standard inspection, observed non-labeled working spray container stored by front handsink. Toxic materials shall be properly identified and stored to protect from the risk of potential contamination. Quaternary ammonium chemical spray bottle was properly labeled and identified at time of inspection. Abated and no further follow-up.
II. PERSONNEL CLEANLINESS
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas.
III. HANDWASHING, PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION FROM HANDS
Hand washing facilities are adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees.
Hand washing facilities are adequately supplied and hands are properly washed when required.
Exposed ready-to-eat foods are not touched by bare hands.
IV. PERSON IN CHARGE / DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE
Manager is Serv Safe Certified in Food Safety.
V. FOOD FROM AN APPROVED SOURCE
All foods are from an approved source.
VI. THAWING
Foods are thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, cooking process.
VII. COOKING, REHEATING, COOLING, HOT AND COLD HOLDING
Facility is using proper cooking temperatures.
TCS foods that have been cooked and refrigerated are reheated within 2 hours to 165 F.
TCS foods are cooled from 140 F to 70 F within 2

Feb 9, 2012

PERSON IN CHARGE: TODD, CHEF
ISSUED NEW DATE FOR POSTED GREEN SIGNAGE

Feb 9, 2012

PERSON IN CHARGE: TODD, CHEF
XII. CHEMICAL
At time of inspection, observed non-labeled chemical spray containers stored at mechanical dishwasher. Toxic materials shall be properly identified and stored. All chemical spray bottles were properly labeled with the common name of the chemical at time of inspection. Abated and no further follow-up.

II. PERSONNEL CLEANLINESS
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas.
III. HANDWASHING, PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION FROM HANDS
Hand washing facilities are adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees.
Hand washing facilities are adequately supplied and hands are properly washed when required.
Exposed ready-to-eat foods are not touched by bare hands. Observed employee wearing single-use gloves while prepping ready-to-eat food product.
IV. PERSON IN CHARGE / DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE
Manager is Serv Safe Certified in Food Safety.
VI. THAWING
Foods are thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, cooking process.
VII. COOKING, REHEATING, COOLING, HOT AND COLD HOLDING
Facility is using proper cooking temperatures.
TCS foods that have been cooked and refrigerated are reheated within 2 hours to 165 F.
TCS foods are cooled from 140 F to 70 F within 2

Aug 10, 2012

Report reviewed with and signed by PIC: Beth
Updated green sign

Aug 10, 2012

I. (+) Discussed employee health policy
II. (+) Good
III. (+) Stocked and used appropriately
IV. (+) PIC has ServSafe certification
VI. (+) Good. Discussed thawing processes (in walk-in cooler or under cool running water)
VII. (+) Temperatures in compliance. Discussed cooling procedures - PIC monitors product temp while cooling
IX. (+) Posted on menu
XII. (+) Chemicals properly labeled and stored
XV. (+) Present and calibrated

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