YOLK at The Alexander, 220 E SOUTH ST, Indianapolis, IN - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: YOLK at The Alexander
Type: Restaurant
Address: 220 E SOUTH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46204
County: Marion
License #: 205422
Smoking: Smoke Free
Total inspections: 5
Last inspection: 11/05/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

  • Chemical sanitizer concentration (corrected)
    Chemical sanitizer not present, not at proper concentration, and/or temperature for in-place sanitizer, manual or machine warewashing.
    Correction: Maintain sanitizer at proper concentration and temperature according to manufacturer instructions.
    Comments: KITCHEN DISHMACHINE AT 0 PPM AND NOT SANITIZING FOR CHLORINE--REPAIR.*CORRECTIVE ACTION* GFS PROFESSIONAL SERVICE TECH WAS CALLED ON-SITE DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION TO REPAIR DISHMACHINE.ESTABLISHMENT IS CURRENTLY USING ALTERNATE WAREWASHING METHOD AT KITCHEN 3-BAY SINK TO WASH/RINSE/SANITIZE DISHES/UTENSILS MANUALLY.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Dishmachine
  • Eating, drinking, smoking (corrected)
    Employee(s) eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food service, prep or storage area(s).
    Correction: Employees shall eat, drink and use tobacco products in designated area(s). An employee may drink from a closed beverage container if contamination of food, equipment and hands is prevented.
    Comments: SEVERAL EMPLOYEE DRINKS STORED IMPROPERLY AT KITCHEN AND COOK-LINE LOCATIONS.ALL EMPLOYEE DRINKS MUST BE COVERED WITH LID AND CONTAIN A STRAW; STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS AT DESIGNATED LOCATIONS AWAY FROM FOOD PREP AREAS, SURFACES AND AWAY FROM FOOD/SINGLE-SERVICE USE STORAGE. DO NOT STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS UP HIGH ABOVE FOOD PREP AREAS OR FOOD.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Eating, drinking, smoking (corrected)
    Employee(s) eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food service, prep or storage area(s).
    Correction: Employees shall eat, drink and use tobacco products in designated area(s). An employee may drink from a closed beverage container if contamination of food, equipment and hands is prevented.
    Comments: SEVERAL EMPLOYEE DRINKS STORED IMPROPERLY AT KITCHEN AND COOK-LINE LOCATIONS.ALL EMPLOYEE DRINKS MUST BE COVERED WITH LID AND CONTAIN A STRAW; STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS AT DESIGNATED LOCATIONS AWAY FROM FOOD PREP AREAS, SURFACES AND AWAY FROM FOOD/SINGLE-SERVICE USE STORAGE. DO NOT STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS UP HIGH ABOVE FOOD PREP AREAS OR FOOD.
    Location: Cook line
  • Food contact cleaning frequency (corrected)
    Food contact surface(s) of equipment and/or utensils are not cleaned and sanitized between uses.
    Correction: Clean and sanitize food contact surfaces of equipment at any time during operation when contamination may have occurred and to prevent cross contamination.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Can opener
  • Hand sink improper usage (corrected)
    Hand washing facility used for purposes other than hand washing.
    Correction: A hand washing facility may not be used for purpose(s) other than hand washing.
    Comments: DO NOT USE HANDSINKS AS DUMPSINKS OR FOR SERVICE SINKS; USE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY.
    Location: Service counter
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink improper usage (corrected)
    Hand washing facility used for purposes other than hand washing.
    Correction: A hand washing facility may not be used for purpose(s) other than hand washing.
    Comments: DO NOT USE HANDSINKS AS DUMPSINKS OR FOR SERVICE SINKS; USE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY.
    Location: Expo line
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink improper usage (corrected)
    Hand washing facility used for purposes other than hand washing.
    Correction: A hand washing facility may not be used for purpose(s) other than hand washing.
    Comments: DO NOT USE HANDSINKS AS DUMPSINKS OR FOR SERVICE SINKS; USE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY.
    Location: Cook line
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • No certified food handler (corrected)
    No certified food handler per 410 IAC 7-22.
    Correction: Provide a certified food handler.
    Comments: CURRENT CERTIFIED FOOD HANDLER ON FILE HAS EXPIRED. CURRENT MANAGEMENT HAS SCHEDULED TO TAKE THE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION CLASS/EXAM THROUGH SERV SAFE ON 10/29/14.PLEASE PROVIDE PROOF OF REGISTRATION (EX. RECEPT/EMAIL) AND PROVIDE RESULTS ONCE KNOWN TO YOUR DISTRICT INSPECTOR.YOU MAY FAX OR EMAIL EXAM RESULTS AND ACTUAL CERTIFICATE TO YOUR DISTRICT INSPECTOR ONCE PARTICIPANT PASSES EXAM.
  • Jewelry prohibition (corrected)
    Employee wearing excessive jewelry.
    Correction: While preparing food, employees shall not wear jewelry on their hand(s) or arm(s) except a plain band.
    Comments: SERVERAL FOOD HANDLERS WEARING BRACELETS/WATCHES ETC. ON WRIST--REMOVE AND DISCONTINUE THIS BEHAVIOR.
  • Contamination of sanitized tableware (corrected)
    Food contact and/or lip-contact surface of a single service article, single use article, or utensil contaminated and/or unprotected.
    Correction: Handle and /or store to prevent contamination.
    Comments: DISCONTINUE USE OF NON-WRAPPED DRINKING STRAWS. USE ONLY PRE-WRAPPED DRINK STRAWS AT ESTABLISHMENT.
  • Storage of Personal Items (corrected)
    Improper storage of personal item(s) with food or food contact item(s).
    Correction: Store personal item(s) away from food and food related articles.
    Comments: EX. CELL PHONE, EMPLOYEE DRINKS, ETC.DISCONTINUE THIS BEHAVIOR.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Single Service/Equipment storage (corrected)
    Clean equipment, utensil(s), laundered linen(s), single service article(s), or single use article(s) stored improperly.
    Correction: Clean equipment, utensil(s), laundered linen(s), single service article(s), and single use article(s) shall be stored in a clean dry location, not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination, and at least 6 inches off floor.
    Comments: KEEP ALL SINGLE-SERVICE USE ITEMS STORED OFF FLOOR AT 6 INCHES AT OFFICE (EX. GLASSWARE).
    Location: Kitchen
  • Mops and brooms (corrected)
    Maintenance tool(s) not stored in approved locations and/or manner.
    Correction: Maintenance tools, such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners, and similar items, shall be stored so they do not contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
    Location: Kitchen (back)
  • Drying mop(s) (corrected)
    Improper drying of wet mop(s).
    Correction: After use, mop(s) shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling wall(s), equipment, or supplies.
    Location: Kitchen (back)
  • Unnecessary litter (corrected)
    Premises not free of unnecessary items or litter.
    Correction: Remove litter, unnecessary items, and nonfunctional equipment.
    Comments: CONTINUE TO WORK ON:DISCONTINUE USING FOIL AS LINERS AT COOK-LINE KITCHEN LOCATION. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Unnecessary litter (corrected)
    Premises not free of unnecessary items or litter.
    Correction: Remove litter, unnecessary items, and nonfunctional equipment.
    Comments: CONTINUE TO WORK ON:DISCONTINUE USING FOIL AS LINERS AT COOK-LINE KITCHEN LOCATION. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Cook line
  • Physical facility repair (corrected)
    Physical facility not maintained in good repair.
    Correction: The physical facility shall be maintained in good repair.
    Comments: PROVIDE CEILING TILE WHERE MISSING AT CEILING ABOVE AT ENTRANCE DOOR OF WALK-IN-COOLER.
    Location: Kitchen (back)
  • Wash temperature (corrected)
    Dishmachine wash temperature too low.
    Correction: Provide a wash solution temperature in accordance with data plate specifications.
    Comments: KITCHEN DISHMACHINE WASH TEMPERATURE AT 150; ADJUST WATER TEMPERATURE TO ENSURE WATER TEMPERATURES ARE NOT TOO HIGH AND MAINTAINED AT 120 F.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Dishmachine
  • Hand sink temperature (corrected)
    Hand washing facility water temperature below 100 degrees F.
    Correction: Provide water having a temperature of at least 100 degrees F by means of a mixing valve.
    Location: Mens restroom
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Equipment repair
    Equipment in need of repair.
    Correction: Equipment shall be maintained in good repair and condition.
    Comments: IN PROGRESS: PART HAS BEEN ORDERED.REPAIR KITCHEN SPRAYER HEAD LEAKS AT HOSE NOZZEL LOCATED NEAR KITCHEN DISHMACHINE.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Dishmachine
  • Fixed equipment spacing/sealing (corrected)
    Improper installation of fixed equipment and sealing.
    Correction: Fixed equipment shall be installed and sealed.
    Comments: REPAIR AND SEAL LOOSE KITCHEN PREP SINK FAUCET ATTACHMENT LOCATED BY KITCHEN ICE MACHINE SO THAT IT IS NOT MOVABLE.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Prep sink
  • Food storage (corrected)
    Food stored in unprotected manner.
    Correction: Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to splash, dust or contamination, and six inches above the floor. Food shall be stored in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
    Comments: KEEP ALL FOOD/CONDIMENTS ETC. STORED OFF FLOOR AT LEAST 6 INCHES AT KITCHEN OFFICE LOCATION.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Non food contact surface cleaning frequency (corrected)
    Non-food contact surface(s) soiled.
    Correction: Clean and sanitize.
    Comments: IMPROVE ROUTINE DETAILED CLEANING AND SANITIZING OF KITCHEN METAL SHELVING UP TOP THAT MAY BE SOILED.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Metal shelving
  • Linens food contact (corrected)
    Linen(s) or napkin(s) in contact with food item(s).
    Correction: Linens and napkins may not be used in contact with food.
    Comments: DISCONTINUE USE OF LINEN NAPKINS FOR LINERS AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER EXPO-LINE. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Service counter
  • Linens food contact (corrected)
    Linen(s) or napkin(s) in contact with food item(s).
    Correction: Linens and napkins may not be used in contact with food.
    Comments: DISCONTINUE USE OF LINEN NAPKINS FOR LINERS AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER EXPO-LINE. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Expo line
  • No test kit (corrected)
    No test kit provided and /or used to measure the concentration of sanitizer.
    Correction: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in ppm of sanitizing solutions shall be provided and used.
    Comments: PROVIDE CHEMICAL SANITIZER TEST STRIPS FOR QUAT.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: 3-bay
11/05/2014Recheck
  • Chemical sanitizer concentration (corrected)
    Chemical sanitizer not present, not at proper concentration, and/or temperature for in-place sanitizer, manual or machine warewashing.
    Correction: Maintain sanitizer at proper concentration and temperature according to manufacturer instructions.
    Comments: KITCHEN DISHMACHINE AT 0 PPM AND NOT SANITIZING FOR CHLORINE--REPAIR.*CORRECTIVE ACTION* GFS PROFESSIONAL SERVICE TECH WAS CALLED ON-SITE DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION TO REPAIR DISHMACHINE.ESTABLISHMENT IS CURRENTLY USING ALTERNATE WAREWASHING METHOD AT KITCHEN 3-BAY SINK TO WASH/RINSE/SANITIZE DISHES/UTENSILS MANUALLY.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Dishmachine
  • Eating, drinking, smoking (corrected on site)
    Employee(s) eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food service, prep or storage area(s).
    Correction: Employees shall eat, drink and use tobacco products in designated area(s). An employee may drink from a closed beverage container if contamination of food, equipment and hands is prevented.
    Comments: SEVERAL EMPLOYEE DRINKS STORED IMPROPERLY AT KITCHEN AND COOK-LINE LOCATIONS.ALL EMPLOYEE DRINKS MUST BE COVERED WITH LID AND CONTAIN A STRAW; STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS AT DESIGNATED LOCATIONS AWAY FROM FOOD PREP AREAS, SURFACES AND AWAY FROM FOOD/SINGLE-SERVICE USE STORAGE. DO NOT STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS UP HIGH ABOVE FOOD PREP AREAS OR FOOD.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Eating, drinking, smoking (corrected on site)
    Employee(s) eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food service, prep or storage area(s).
    Correction: Employees shall eat, drink and use tobacco products in designated area(s). An employee may drink from a closed beverage container if contamination of food, equipment and hands is prevented.
    Comments: SEVERAL EMPLOYEE DRINKS STORED IMPROPERLY AT KITCHEN AND COOK-LINE LOCATIONS.ALL EMPLOYEE DRINKS MUST BE COVERED WITH LID AND CONTAIN A STRAW; STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS AT DESIGNATED LOCATIONS AWAY FROM FOOD PREP AREAS, SURFACES AND AWAY FROM FOOD/SINGLE-SERVICE USE STORAGE. DO NOT STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS UP HIGH ABOVE FOOD PREP AREAS OR FOOD.
    Location: Cook line
  • Food contact cleaning frequency (corrected)
    Food contact surface(s) of equipment and/or utensils are not cleaned and sanitized between uses.
    Correction: Clean and sanitize food contact surfaces of equipment at any time during operation when contamination may have occurred and to prevent cross contamination.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Can opener
  • Hand sink improper usage (corrected)
    Hand washing facility used for purposes other than hand washing.
    Correction: A hand washing facility may not be used for purpose(s) other than hand washing.
    Comments: DO NOT USE HANDSINKS AS DUMPSINKS OR FOR SERVICE SINKS; USE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY.
    Location: Service counter
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink improper usage (corrected)
    Hand washing facility used for purposes other than hand washing.
    Correction: A hand washing facility may not be used for purpose(s) other than hand washing.
    Comments: DO NOT USE HANDSINKS AS DUMPSINKS OR FOR SERVICE SINKS; USE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY.
    Location: Expo line
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink improper usage (corrected)
    Hand washing facility used for purposes other than hand washing.
    Correction: A hand washing facility may not be used for purpose(s) other than hand washing.
    Comments: DO NOT USE HANDSINKS AS DUMPSINKS OR FOR SERVICE SINKS; USE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY.
    Location: Cook line
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • No certified food handler
    No certified food handler per 410 IAC 7-22.
    Correction: Provide a certified food handler.
    Comments: CURRENT CERTIFIED FOOD HANDLER ON FILE HAS EXPIRED. CURRENT MANAGEMENT HAS SCHEDULED TO TAKE THE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION CLASS/EXAM THROUGH SERV SAFE ON 10/29/14.PLEASE PROVIDE PROOF OF REGISTRATION (EX. RECEPT/EMAIL) AND PROVIDE RESULTS ONCE KNOWN TO YOUR DISTRICT INSPECTOR.YOU MAY FAX OR EMAIL EXAM RESULTS AND ACTUAL CERTIFICATE TO YOUR DISTRICT INSPECTOR ONCE PARTICIPANT PASSES EXAM.
  • Jewelry prohibition (corrected on site)
    Employee wearing excessive jewelry.
    Correction: While preparing food, employees shall not wear jewelry on their hand(s) or arm(s) except a plain band.
    Comments: SERVERAL FOOD HANDLERS WEARING BRACELETS/WATCHES ETC. ON WRIST--REMOVE AND DISCONTINUE THIS BEHAVIOR.
  • Contamination of sanitized tableware
    Food contact and/or lip-contact surface of a single service article, single use article, or utensil contaminated and/or unprotected.
    Correction: Handle and /or store to prevent contamination.
    Comments: DISCONTINUE USE OF NON-WRAPPED DRINKING STRAWS. USE ONLY PRE-WRAPPED DRINK STRAWS AT ESTABLISHMENT.
  • Storage of Personal Items (corrected on site)
    Improper storage of personal item(s) with food or food contact item(s).
    Correction: Store personal item(s) away from food and food related articles.
    Comments: EX. CELL PHONE, EMPLOYEE DRINKS, ETC.DISCONTINUE THIS BEHAVIOR.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Single Service/Equipment storage (corrected)
    Clean equipment, utensil(s), laundered linen(s), single service article(s), or single use article(s) stored improperly.
    Correction: Clean equipment, utensil(s), laundered linen(s), single service article(s), and single use article(s) shall be stored in a clean dry location, not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination, and at least 6 inches off floor.
    Comments: KEEP ALL SINGLE-SERVICE USE ITEMS STORED OFF FLOOR AT 6 INCHES AT OFFICE (EX. GLASSWARE).
    Location: Kitchen
  • Mops and brooms (corrected)
    Maintenance tool(s) not stored in approved locations and/or manner.
    Correction: Maintenance tools, such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners, and similar items, shall be stored so they do not contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
    Location: Kitchen (back)
  • Drying mop(s) (corrected)
    Improper drying of wet mop(s).
    Correction: After use, mop(s) shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling wall(s), equipment, or supplies.
    Location: Kitchen (back)
  • Unnecessary litter
    Premises not free of unnecessary items or litter.
    Correction: Remove litter, unnecessary items, and nonfunctional equipment.
    Comments: CONTINUE TO WORK ON:DISCONTINUE USING FOIL AS LINERS AT COOK-LINE KITCHEN LOCATION. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Unnecessary litter
    Premises not free of unnecessary items or litter.
    Correction: Remove litter, unnecessary items, and nonfunctional equipment.
    Comments: CONTINUE TO WORK ON:DISCONTINUE USING FOIL AS LINERS AT COOK-LINE KITCHEN LOCATION. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Cook line
  • Physical facility repair (corrected)
    Physical facility not maintained in good repair.
    Correction: The physical facility shall be maintained in good repair.
    Comments: PROVIDE CEILING TILE WHERE MISSING AT CEILING ABOVE AT ENTRANCE DOOR OF WALK-IN-COOLER.
    Location: Kitchen (back)
  • Wash temperature (corrected)
    Dishmachine wash temperature too low.
    Correction: Provide a wash solution temperature in accordance with data plate specifications.
    Comments: KITCHEN DISHMACHINE WASH TEMPERATURE AT 150; ADJUST WATER TEMPERATURE TO ENSURE WATER TEMPERATURES ARE NOT TOO HIGH AND MAINTAINED AT 120 F.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Dishmachine
  • Hand sink temperature (corrected)
    Hand washing facility water temperature below 100 degrees F.
    Correction: Provide water having a temperature of at least 100 degrees F by means of a mixing valve.
    Location: Mens restroom
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Equipment repair
    Equipment in need of repair.
    Correction: Equipment shall be maintained in good repair and condition.
    Comments: IN PROGRESS: PART HAS BEEN ORDERED.REPAIR KITCHEN SPRAYER HEAD LEAKS AT HOSE NOZZEL LOCATED NEAR KITCHEN DISHMACHINE.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Dishmachine
  • Fixed equipment spacing/sealing (corrected)
    Improper installation of fixed equipment and sealing.
    Correction: Fixed equipment shall be installed and sealed.
    Comments: REPAIR AND SEAL LOOSE KITCHEN PREP SINK FAUCET ATTACHMENT LOCATED BY KITCHEN ICE MACHINE SO THAT IT IS NOT MOVABLE.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Prep sink
  • Food storage (corrected)
    Food stored in unprotected manner.
    Correction: Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to splash, dust or contamination, and six inches above the floor. Food shall be stored in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
    Comments: KEEP ALL FOOD/CONDIMENTS ETC. STORED OFF FLOOR AT LEAST 6 INCHES AT KITCHEN OFFICE LOCATION.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Non food contact surface cleaning frequency (corrected)
    Non-food contact surface(s) soiled.
    Correction: Clean and sanitize.
    Comments: IMPROVE ROUTINE DETAILED CLEANING AND SANITIZING OF KITCHEN METAL SHELVING UP TOP THAT MAY BE SOILED.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Metal shelving
  • Linens food contact (corrected)
    Linen(s) or napkin(s) in contact with food item(s).
    Correction: Linens and napkins may not be used in contact with food.
    Comments: DISCONTINUE USE OF LINEN NAPKINS FOR LINERS AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER EXPO-LINE. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Service counter
  • Linens food contact (corrected)
    Linen(s) or napkin(s) in contact with food item(s).
    Correction: Linens and napkins may not be used in contact with food.
    Comments: DISCONTINUE USE OF LINEN NAPKINS FOR LINERS AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER EXPO-LINE. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Expo line
  • No test kit
    No test kit provided and /or used to measure the concentration of sanitizer.
    Correction: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in ppm of sanitizing solutions shall be provided and used.
    Comments: PROVIDE CHEMICAL SANITIZER TEST STRIPS FOR QUAT.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: 3-bay
10/28/2014Recheck
  • Chemical sanitizer concentration
    Chemical sanitizer not present, not at proper concentration, and/or temperature for in-place sanitizer, manual or machine warewashing.
    Correction: Maintain sanitizer at proper concentration and temperature according to manufacturer instructions.
    Comments: KITCHEN DISHMACHINE AT 0 PPM AND NOT SANITIZING FOR CHLORINE--REPAIR.*CORRECTIVE ACTION* GFS PROFESSIONAL SERVICE TECH WAS CALLED ON-SITE DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION TO REPAIR DISHMACHINE.ESTABLISHMENT IS CURRENTLY USING ALTERNATE WAREWASHING METHOD AT KITCHEN 3-BAY SINK TO WASH/RINSE/SANITIZE DISHES/UTENSILS MANUALLY.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Dishmachine
  • Eating, drinking, smoking (corrected on site)
    Employee(s) eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food service, prep or storage area(s).
    Correction: Employees shall eat, drink and use tobacco products in designated area(s). An employee may drink from a closed beverage container if contamination of food, equipment and hands is prevented.
    Comments: SEVERAL EMPLOYEE DRINKS STORED IMPROPERLY AT KITCHEN AND COOK-LINE LOCATIONS.ALL EMPLOYEE DRINKS MUST BE COVERED WITH LID AND CONTAIN A STRAW; STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS AT DESIGNATED LOCATIONS AWAY FROM FOOD PREP AREAS, SURFACES AND AWAY FROM FOOD/SINGLE-SERVICE USE STORAGE. DO NOT STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS UP HIGH ABOVE FOOD PREP AREAS OR FOOD.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Eating, drinking, smoking (corrected on site)
    Employee(s) eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food service, prep or storage area(s).
    Correction: Employees shall eat, drink and use tobacco products in designated area(s). An employee may drink from a closed beverage container if contamination of food, equipment and hands is prevented.
    Comments: SEVERAL EMPLOYEE DRINKS STORED IMPROPERLY AT KITCHEN AND COOK-LINE LOCATIONS.ALL EMPLOYEE DRINKS MUST BE COVERED WITH LID AND CONTAIN A STRAW; STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS AT DESIGNATED LOCATIONS AWAY FROM FOOD PREP AREAS, SURFACES AND AWAY FROM FOOD/SINGLE-SERVICE USE STORAGE. DO NOT STORE EMPLOYEE DRINKS UP HIGH ABOVE FOOD PREP AREAS OR FOOD.
    Location: Cook line
  • Food contact cleaning frequency (corrected on site)
    Food contact surface(s) of equipment and/or utensils are not cleaned and sanitized between uses.
    Correction: Clean and sanitize food contact surfaces of equipment at any time during operation when contamination may have occurred and to prevent cross contamination.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Can opener
  • Hand sink improper usage (corrected on site)
    Hand washing facility used for purposes other than hand washing.
    Correction: A hand washing facility may not be used for purpose(s) other than hand washing.
    Comments: DO NOT USE HANDSINKS AS DUMPSINKS OR FOR SERVICE SINKS; USE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY.
    Location: Service counter
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink improper usage (corrected on site)
    Hand washing facility used for purposes other than hand washing.
    Correction: A hand washing facility may not be used for purpose(s) other than hand washing.
    Comments: DO NOT USE HANDSINKS AS DUMPSINKS OR FOR SERVICE SINKS; USE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY.
    Location: Expo line
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink improper usage (corrected on site)
    Hand washing facility used for purposes other than hand washing.
    Correction: A hand washing facility may not be used for purpose(s) other than hand washing.
    Comments: DO NOT USE HANDSINKS AS DUMPSINKS OR FOR SERVICE SINKS; USE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY.
    Location: Cook line
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Jewelry prohibition (corrected on site)
    Employee wearing excessive jewelry.
    Correction: While preparing food, employees shall not wear jewelry on their hand(s) or arm(s) except a plain band.
    Comments: SERVERAL FOOD HANDLERS WEARING BRACELETS/WATCHES ETC. ON WRIST--REMOVE AND DISCONTINUE THIS BEHAVIOR.
  • Contamination of sanitized tableware
    Food contact and/or lip-contact surface of a single service article, single use article, or utensil contaminated and/or unprotected.
    Correction: Handle and /or store to prevent contamination.
    Comments: DISCONTINUE USE OF NON-WRAPPED DRINKING STRAWS. USE ONLY PRE-WRAPPED DRINK STRAWS AT ESTABLISHMENT.
  • Storage of Personal Items (corrected on site)
    Improper storage of personal item(s) with food or food contact item(s).
    Correction: Store personal item(s) away from food and food related articles.
    Comments: EX. CELL PHONE, EMPLOYEE DRINKS, ETC.DISCONTINUE THIS BEHAVIOR.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Single Service/Equipment storage
    Clean equipment, utensil(s), laundered linen(s), single service article(s), or single use article(s) stored improperly.
    Correction: Clean equipment, utensil(s), laundered linen(s), single service article(s), and single use article(s) shall be stored in a clean dry location, not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination, and at least 6 inches off floor.
    Comments: KEEP ALL SINGLE-SERVICE USE ITEMS STORED OFF FLOOR AT 6 INCHES AT OFFICE (EX. GLASSWARE).
    Location: Kitchen
  • Mops and brooms
    Maintenance tool(s) not stored in approved locations and/or manner.
    Correction: Maintenance tools, such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners, and similar items, shall be stored so they do not contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
    Location: Kitchen (back)
  • Drying mop(s)
    Improper drying of wet mop(s).
    Correction: After use, mop(s) shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling wall(s), equipment, or supplies.
    Location: Kitchen (back)
  • Unnecessary litter
    Premises not free of unnecessary items or litter.
    Correction: Remove litter, unnecessary items, and nonfunctional equipment.
    Comments: DISCONTINUE USING FOIL AS LINERS AT COOK-LINE KITCHEN LOCATION. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Unnecessary litter
    Premises not free of unnecessary items or litter.
    Correction: Remove litter, unnecessary items, and nonfunctional equipment.
    Comments: DISCONTINUE USING FOIL AS LINERS AT COOK-LINE KITCHEN LOCATION. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Cook line
  • Physical facility repair
    Physical facility not maintained in good repair.
    Correction: The physical facility shall be maintained in good repair.
    Comments: PROVIDE CEILING TILE WHERE MISSING AT CEILING ABOVE AT ENTRANCE DOOR OF WALK-IN-COOLER.
    Location: Kitchen (back)
  • Wash temperature
    Dishmachine wash temperature too low.
    Correction: Provide a wash solution temperature in accordance with data plate specifications.
    Comments: KITCHEN DISHMACHINE WASH TEMPERATURE AT 150; ADJUST WATER TEMPERATURE TO ENSURE WATER TEMPERATURES ARE NOT TOO HIGH AND MAINTAINED AT 120 F.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Dishmachine
  • Hand sink temperature
    Hand washing facility water temperature below 100 degrees F.
    Correction: Provide water having a temperature of at least 100 degrees F by means of a mixing valve.
    Location: Mens restroom
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Equipment repair
    Equipment in need of repair.
    Correction: Equipment shall be maintained in good repair and condition.
    Comments: REPAIR KITCHEN SPRAYER HEAD LEAKS AT HOSE NOZZEL LOCATED NEAR KITCHEN DISHMACHINE.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Dishmachine
  • Fixed equipment spacing/sealing
    Improper installation of fixed equipment and sealing.
    Correction: Fixed equipment shall be installed and sealed.
    Comments: REPAIR AND SEAL LOOSE KITCHEN PREP SINK FAUCET ATTACHMENT LOCATED BY KITCHEN ICE MACHINE SO THAT IT IS NOT MOVABLE.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Prep sink
  • Food storage
    Food stored in unprotected manner.
    Correction: Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to splash, dust or contamination, and six inches above the floor. Food shall be stored in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
    Comments: KEEP ALL FOOD/CONDIMENTS ETC. STORED OFF FLOOR AT LEAST 6 INCHES AT KITCHEN OFFICE LOCATION.
    Location: Kitchen
  • Non food contact surface cleaning frequency
    Non-food contact surface(s) soiled.
    Correction: Clean and sanitize.
    Comments: IMPROVE ROUTINE DETAILED CLEANING AND SANITIZING OF KITCHEN METAL SHELVING UP TOP THAT MAY BE SOILED.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Metal shelving
  • Linens food contact
    Linen(s) or napkin(s) in contact with food item(s).
    Correction: Linens and napkins may not be used in contact with food.
    Comments: DISCONTINUE USE OF LINEN NAPKINS FOR LINERS AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER EXPO-LINE. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Service counter
  • Linens food contact
    Linen(s) or napkin(s) in contact with food item(s).
    Correction: Linens and napkins may not be used in contact with food.
    Comments: DISCONTINUE USE OF LINEN NAPKINS FOR LINERS AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER EXPO-LINE. USE ONLY SOUND, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES OR LINERS.
    Location: Expo line
  • No test kit
    No test kit provided and /or used to measure the concentration of sanitizer.
    Correction: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in ppm of sanitizing solutions shall be provided and used.
    Comments: PROVIDE CHEMICAL SANITIZER TEST STRIPS FOR QUAT.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: 3-bay
10/21/2014Routine
  • Fixed equipment spacing/sealing (corrected)
    Improper installation of fixed equipment and sealing.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Walk in cooler
  • Fixed equipment spacing/sealing (corrected)
    Improper installation of fixed equipment and sealing.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Floor mounted installation
    Floor mounted equipment improperly installed.
    Correction: Floor mounted equipment shall be sealed to the floor or elevated on legs to provide at least a 6 inch clearance.
    Comments: INSTALL DISH CHEMICALS ON 6" METAL RACK OR WHEELS. METAL RACK IS ON-ORDER.
    Location: Dish machine area
  • Hand sink/soap (corrected)
    No hand soap provided at hand sink.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink/soap (corrected)
    No hand soap provided at hand sink.
    Location: Womens restroom
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink/soap (corrected)
    No hand soap provided at hand sink.
    Location: Mens restroom
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink/towels (corrected)
    No hand drying provisions at hand sink.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Covered trash can in womens restroom
    No covered trash can for womens restroom.
    Correction: Provide a covered trash can.
    Comments: ON ORDER.
    Location: Womens restroom
  • Toilet paper (corrected)
    No toilet paper provided .
    Location: Womens restroom
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Toilet paper (corrected)
    No toilet paper provided .
    Location: Mens restroom
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hoods inadequate or unapproved (corrected)
    Ventilation hood(s) unapproved.
  • Lighting intensity
    Inadequate lighting intensity.
    Correction: Provide adequate lighting.
    Comments: PROVIDE 50-70 FOOTCANDLES OF LIGHT AT FOOD PREP SURFACES COOK LINE AND FRONT EXPEDITING AREA. ADDITIONAL LIGHTING WILL BE INSTALLED AS NEEDED.
    Location: Cook line
07/17/2014Pre-Licensing Recheck
  • Fixed equipment spacing/sealing
    Improper installation of fixed equipment and sealing.
    Correction: Fixed equipment shall be installed and sealed.
    Comments: ALSO ENSURE THAT PENETRATIONS WHERE PLUMBING LINES RUN THROUGH THE WALL ARE SEALED.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Walk in cooler
  • Fixed equipment spacing/sealing
    Improper installation of fixed equipment and sealing.
    Correction: Fixed equipment shall be installed and sealed.
    Comments: ALSO ENSURE THAT PENETRATIONS WHERE PLUMBING LINES RUN THROUGH THE WALL ARE SEALED.
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Floor mounted installation
    Floor mounted equipment improperly installed.
    Correction: Floor mounted equipment shall be sealed to the floor or elevated on legs to provide at least a 6 inch clearance.
    Comments: INSTALL DISH CHEMICALS ON 6" METAL RACK OR WHEELS.
    Location: Dish machine area
  • Hand sink/soap
    No hand soap provided at hand sink.
    Correction: Provide soap.
    Comments: 5 HAND SINKS IN KITCHEN
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink/soap
    No hand soap provided at hand sink.
    Correction: Provide soap.
    Comments: 5 HAND SINKS IN KITCHEN
    Location: Womens restroom
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink/soap
    No hand soap provided at hand sink.
    Correction: Provide soap.
    Comments: 5 HAND SINKS IN KITCHEN
    Location: Mens restroom
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hand sink/towels
    No hand drying provisions at hand sink.
    Correction: Provide approved hand drying provisions.
    Comments: 5 HAND SINKS IN KITCHEN
    Location: Kitchen
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Covered trash can in womens restroom
    No covered trash can for womens restroom.
    Correction: Provide a covered trash can.
    Location: Womens restroom
  • Toilet paper
    No toilet paper provided .
    Correction: Provide toilet paper.
    Location: Womens restroom
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Toilet paper
    No toilet paper provided .
    Correction: Provide toilet paper.
    Location: Mens restroom
    Equipment: Hand sink
  • Hoods inadequate or unapproved
    Ventilation hood(s) inadequate or unapproved.
    Correction: Ventilation hood systems and devices shall meet the requirements of the Indiana department of fire and building services.
    Comments: THE EXHAUST HOOD AND FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM MUST BE APPROVED BY THE FIRE DEPT AND/OR BUILDING INSPECTOR.
  • Lighting intensity
    Inadequate lighting intensity.
    Correction: Provide adequate lighting.
    Comments: PROVIDE 50-70 FOOTCANDLES OF LIGHT AT FOOD PREP SURFACES COOK LINE AND FRONT EXPEDITING AREA.
    Location: Cook line
07/10/2014Pre-Licensing

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