Little Caesars Pizza, 5757 Commercial St S, Salem, OR 97302 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Little Caesars Pizza
Address: 5757 Commercial St S, Salem, OR 97302
Phone: (541) 521-6333
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: Feb 6, 2013
Score
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100

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  • NO WASTEBASKETS AT HANDWASHING SINKS
Pre-open Jun 19, 2007 100
  • APRONS STORED IN RESTROOM
  • CUPS USED TO SCOOP CHEESE
  • DRY FOOD BINS, CAN OPENER BLADE, AND DOUGH MAKER SOILED
  • FLOORS SOILED AT WALLS/UNDER EQUIPMENT
  • HANDSINK AND THREE SINKS SOILED. ALSO, SHELVES
  • HOSE/TAPE USED ON WALKIN DOOR HANDLE AND PRE-WASH HOSE
  • MAKE TABLE SCOOP HANDLES IN PRODUCT
  • NO CHLORINE TEST STRIPS
Semi-Annual Aug 28, 2007 90
No violation noted during this evaluation. Semi-Annual Feb 26, 2008 100
  • Can opener blade soiled.
  • Chicken 121F in small display unit. Pre-made pizzas 63F waiting to be cooked.
  • Hand towel dispenser by dough area not working properly, difficult to use.
  • Handle on walk in door soiled. Gaskets and areas where gaskets contact soiled on make table.
  • Scoops for olives, bacon laying so handle touches food.
  • Vents above stove and by pizza hot holding soiled.
Semi-Annual Oct 7, 2008 88
  • Can opener blade soiled. Thermometers and extra cheese cups stored in soiled container.
  • Cell phone stored on top of cheddar dip.
  • Handle of walk-in cooler, exterior of make table, gaskets on make table, handles on both paper towel dispensers soiled.
  • Paper towel dispenser jammed at front hand sink.Unable to access towels.Both dispensers difficult to use.
  • Pre-made pizzas sitting out at 57F.
  • Vegetables stored on floor of walk-in cooler.
  • Walls soiled throughout. Vents above pizza oven soiled.
  • Wiping cloth bucket 0ppm quat residual.
Semi-Annual Feb 5, 2009 80
  • Both towel dispensers not working properly; soiled push arms to dispense towel stay down and must be pried back up to dispense towel. Back dispenser jammed during inspection, unable to access towels at all. Handles on both dispensers soiled. Paper towels not in dispenser in bathroom.
  • Can opener blade soiled.
  • Cardboard re-used used under oil and between hot hold units up front as a backsplash.
  • Ceiling, vents above pizza oven soiled. Floor in walk-in cooler soiled. Toilet soiled.
  • Exterior of hot hold boxes, pizza oven, top of make table soiled. Gaskets of make table soiled.
  • Purse and employee beverage stored on bagged pizza flour.
  • Wall damaged by walk-in cooler.
Semi-Annual Sep 4, 2009 81
  • Both towel dispensers not working properly during previous inspection 9/4/2009 (repeat critical).
Reinspection Sep 16, 2009 100
  • Bottom corner inside of hot hold pizza racks, and pizza holder racks by make table soiled.
  • Ceiling tiles by pizza oven dusty.
  • Light burnt out in walk-in cooler.
  • No time marking system for pre made pizzas sitting out at 60F.
  • Wall damaged by walk-in cooler.
Semi-Annual Mar 19, 2010 91
  • Boxes of ranch dip, cups, cookies stored directly on floor.
  • Exterior of cornmeal container, Cover for premade pizzas, shelves for premade pizzas, wire shelving by butter soiled. Vents above pizza oven and telephones soiled.
  • Floor under shelves in walk-in cooler and 3 compartment sink soiled. Ceiling tiles soiled.
  • Pre made pizzas not time labeled sitting out 64F.
  • Soap dispensers empty at front hand sink and in bathroom.
  • Spray bottle stored next to pizza boxes where it can drip on them.
Semi-Annual Aug 12, 2010 80
  • Pre-made pizzas not time labeled sitting out 64F during previous inspection 8/12/10.
Reinspection Aug 31, 2010 100
  • Pre-made pizzas not time labeled properly 8/12 and 8/31/10.
Reinspection Sep 10, 2010 100
  • Can opener blade soiled.
  • Ceiling and wall soiled by pizza oven and behind 3 compartment sink.
  • Gaskets of make table, interior bottom of hot hold cabinet soiled.
  • No paper towels at back hand sink.
  • Sanitizer dispenser broken.
Semi-Annual Feb 8, 2011 89
  • Black flag roach and flying insect spray stored on box of pizza sauce.
  • Can opener blade soiled. Dough racks soiled in corners in walk-in cooler.
  • Sausage 56F; Pepperoni 56F; Olives 52F ; cheese 56F in Make table holding toppings .
  • Wire shelving holding clean, stored pans and container holding extra tools soiled.
Semi-Annual Sep 28, 2011 85
  • Food thermometers reading 10F while sitting out at room temperature.
  • Paper towels not in dispenser in bathroom or at back hand sink.
  • Sausage 46F; Ham 46F; Cheese 46F in bottom of Make table refrigerator (air temp of refrigerator 46F).
  • Wall soiled by 3 comp sink. Floor soiled in walk-in cooler.
  • Wire shelving soiled throughout.
Semi-Annual Feb 14, 2012 85
  • Sausage 46F; Ham 46F; Cheese 46F in bottom of make table refrigerator (air temp 46F). Repeat critical cited during previous inspection 2/14/12.
Reinspection Feb 22, 2012 100
  • Can opener blade soiled.
  • Opened bag of chicken wings not dated in walk-in cooler.
  • Wire shelving throughout soiled; specifically in walk-in cooler, clean dish storage area and front prep area. Racks holding dough have black build up in corners. Handle on walk-in cooler has sticky build up. Fanguard soiled in walk-in cooler and vents above pizza oven dusty.
Semi-Annual Sep 7, 2012 97
  • Light unshielded in walk-in cooler.
  • Shelving and racks holding dough in walk-in cooler soiled.
Semi-Annual Feb 6, 2013 100

Violation descriptions and comments

Jun 19, 2007

REQUIRED CORRECTION: A waste receptacle shall be provided at each handwashing lavatory or group of handwashing lavatories.

Aug 28, 2007

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Use spatulas, tongs, deli tissue or other dispensing equipment to minimize direct hand contact with food or ice.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: In-use food preparation or dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1) in the food with the handles above the top of the food; 2) on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment if they are cleaned and sanitized as required; 3) in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain; 4) in a clean, protected location if the utensils are used with food that is not potentially hazardous; or 5) in a container of hot water at a temperature of 140째F (60째C) or more or 41째F (5째C) or less or if the container is cleaned as required.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in ppm (mg/l) of sanitizer shall be provided.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cleaned and sanitized equipment, linens, utensils or single-service articles may not be stored in locker rooms, toilet rooms, garbage rooms, mechanical rooms, under unprotected sewer water lines, under leaking water lines or under lines on which water has condensed, under open stairwells, or under other sources of contamination.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Oct 7, 2008

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained at 140°F (60°C) or above (except roast beef may be held at 130°F (54°C) or above) or at 41°F (5°C) or less.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: In-use food preparation or dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1) in the food with the handles above the top of the food; 2) on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment if they are cleaned and sanitized as required; 3) in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain; 4) in a clean, protected location if the utensils are used with food that is not potentially hazardous; or 5) in a container of hot water at a temperature of 140°F (60°C) or more or 41°F (5°C) or less or if the container is cleaned as required.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing facilities shall be accessible at all times for employee use and not used for other purposes. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Intake and exhaust air ducts shall be cleaned and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination. If vented to the outside, ventilation systems may not create a public health hazard, nuisance or unlawful discharge.

Feb 5, 2009

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  When using time as a public health control, the food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time within 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. The food must be cooked, served, or discarded within 4 hours. Unmarked containers or packages marked to exceed 4 hours must be discarded, and written procedures must be maintained in the establishment and made available to the regulatory authority.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food shall be protected from contamination by being stored: 1) in a clean, dry location; 2) where it is not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination; or 3) at least 6 inches above the floor.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Each handwashing lavatory or group of adjacent handwashing lavatories shall be provided with a supply of individual disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel, or a heated-air hand drying device.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Employees shall store their personal care items in appropriate lockers or storage facilities.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Sep 4, 2009

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Each handwashing lavatory or group of adjacent handwashing lavatories shall be provided with a supply of individual disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel, or a heated-air hand drying device.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Employees shall store their personal care items in appropriate lockers or storage facilities.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Sep 16, 2009

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Each handwashing lavatory or group of adjacent handwashing lavatories shall be provided with a supply of individual disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel, or a heated-air hand drying device.

Mar 19, 2010

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  When using time as a public health control, the food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time within 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. The food must be cooked, served, or discarded within 4 hours. Unmarked containers or packages marked to exceed 4 hours must be discarded, and written procedures must be maintained in the establishment and made available to the regulatory authority.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The light intensity shall be at least 10 foot candles (110 lux) at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in the walk-in refrigeration units, dry food storage areas, and during periods of cleaning other areas. Provide at least 20 foot candles (220 lux) at a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service, including buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or packaged foods are sold or offered for consumption, inside equipment including reach-in and under counter refrigerators, and at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing, equipment and utensil storage areas, and in toilet rooms. Provide at least 50 foot candles (540 lux) for areas where food employees are working with utensils and equipment where safety is a factor.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Aug 12, 2010

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  When using time as a public health control, the food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time within 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. The food must be cooked, served, or discarded within 4 hours. Unmarked containers or packages marked to exceed 4 hours must be discarded, and written procedures must be maintained in the establishment and made available to the regulatory authority.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they can not contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-service or single-use articles by spacing or partitioning.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food shall be protected from contamination by being stored: 1) in a clean, dry location; 2) where it is not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination; or 3) at least 6 inches above the floor.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Each handwashing lavatory or group of 2 handwashing lavatories shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder or bar soap.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Aug 31, 2010

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  When using time as a public health control, the food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time within 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. The food must be cooked, served, or discarded within 4 hours. Unmarked containers or packages marked to exceed 4 hours must be discarded, and written procedures must be maintained in the establishment and made available to the regulatory authority.

Sep 10, 2010

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  When using time as a public health control, the food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time within 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. The food must be cooked, served, or discarded within 4 hours. Unmarked containers or packages marked to exceed 4 hours must be discarded, and written procedures must be maintained in the establishment and made available to the regulatory authority.

Feb 8, 2011

REQUIRED CORRECTION: All equipment and components shall be in good repair and maintained and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Maintain the cutting or piercing parts of can openers in a sharp condition.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Each handwashing lavatory or group of adjacent handwashing lavatories shall be provided with a supply of individual disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel, or a heated-air hand drying device.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Sep 28, 2011

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained at 140°F (60°C) or above (except roast beef may be held at 130°F (54°C) or above) or at 41°F (5°C) or less.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service articles shall be stored in a clean, dry location where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination and at least 6 inches above the floor. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that permits air drying and covered or inverted. Single-service and single-use articles shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means to protect them from contamination.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by spacing or partitioning. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be located in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-service or single-use articles.

Feb 14, 2012

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained at 140°F (60°C) or above (except roast beef may be held at 130°F (54°C) or above) or at 41°F (5°C) or less.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food temperature measuring devices shall be calibrated in accordance with manufacturer's specifications as necessary to ensure accuracy. Air temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing facilities shall be accessible at all times for employee use and not used for other purposes. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Feb 22, 2012

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained at 140°F (60°C) or above (except roast beef may be held at 130°F (54°C) or above) or at 41°F (5°C) or less.

Sep 7, 2012

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food prepared in the food establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation or consumption. Including the date of preparation, food shall be consumed within 7 days if stored at 41°F or less. Food that is frozen shall be marked to indicate the remaining days that the food may be kept once the product is thawed.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Feb 6, 2013

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Effective shielding or shatter-resistant bulbs shall be provided for all light fixtures where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service or single-use articles. Infrared or other heat lamps shall be protected against breakage by providing a shield surrounding and extending beyond the bulb so that only the face of the bulb is exposed.

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