Circle Snack Shop, 20 W Mercury Blvd., Hampton, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations
Violation code | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Critical violations | Non-Critical violations | Details / Comments |
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October 01, 2009 | Routine | 2 | 8 | Details / Comments |
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July 01, 2009 | Routine | 1 | 10 | Details / Comments |
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February 24, 2009 | Routine | 0 | 7 | Details / Comments |
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November 03, 2008 | Routine | 1 | 8 | Details / Comments |
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June 16, 2008 | Routine | 4 | 13 | Details / Comments |
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March 06, 2008 | Routine | 1 | 12 | Details / Comments |
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November 08, 2007 | Follow-up | 1 | 8 | Details / Comments |
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November 07, 2007 | Routine | 2 | 8 | Details / Comments |
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July 16, 2007 | Routine | 0 | 12 | Details / Comments |
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April 18, 2007 | Routine | 3 | 17 | Details / Comments |
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October 16, 2006 | Routine | 1 | 13 | Details / Comments |
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June 30, 2006 | Routine | 3 | 12 | Details / Comments |
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May 31, 2006 | Pre-Opening | 0 | 14 | Details / Comments |
October 01, 2009 (Routine)
Violations:
- 1510 - There is no tip sensitive thermometer provided
Provide a tip senstive thermometer so that food handlers can take internal food temperatures. A digital thermometer will satisfy this requirement. - 1530 - There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
Obtain a chlorine test kit so that employees can accurately monitor the concentration of the sanitizing solutions and maintain them at a safe and effective level. - 1570 - Repeat The kick plate is missing off the display refrigerator.
Replace. - 1800 - Repeat The following nonfood contact surfaces need cleaning:- All drip trays- exterior of fryer- interior of fryer cabinet
Clean the surface at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues that become encrusted or attract insects and rodents. - 2350 - Critical The 3 compartment sink is leaking to the point that the facility cannot wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes properly.
Repair immediately, do not wash any dishes until the leak is repaired. - 2790 - The indoor ceiling material located in the storage room does not meet the standard of: 1. smooth, durable and easily cleanable 2. nonabsorbent
Refinish or replace the indoor ceiling at the area designated so it is: 1. smooth, durable and easily cleanable 2. nonabsorbent - 2930 - The front door was tied open.
Corrected. In the future keep all doors closed to prevent insects and rodents from entering the facility. - 3170 - Repeat The following physical facilities are in poor repair:-Tile missing on the right of the fryer- Tile missing in front of the water heater- tile missing under the 3 compartment sink- tile missing under the stove
Install new tile so that the floor surface is smooth, durable and easily cleanable. - 3180 - Repeat The following physical facilities need cleaning:-Floor under the cookline-Floor to the right of the cook line
Clean. - 3380 - Critical Observed an employee neglect to sanitize utensils and mugs after washing and rinsing them.
Wash, Rinse, and sanitize all food contact surfaces.
All food temperatures are internal.
July 01, 2009 (Routine)
Violations:
- 0070 - there is no registered cfm.
Bring proof of completion of an approved certified food manager course and ten dollars to the environmental health office at 1320 Lasalle ave Hampton, VA to register as a certified food manager with the city of hampton. - 0610 - Single service napkins, paper towls, and "to go" containers were stored on the floor in the "private room"
Store single service containers at least 6" above the ground. - 1060 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the wooden shelves in the storage room is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
Nonfood contact equipment that is exposed to splash, spillage, food soiling, or requires frequent cleaning must be smooth, durable, and nonabsorbent. - 1570 - Repeat The following equipment is in poor repair:-Kick plates for display coolers-vent cover missing for right beer can refrigerator
Repair. - 1790 - Repeat The cavity of the microwave oven is observed soiled.
Using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure, clean the microwave oven at least every 24 hours. - 1800 - Repeat The following non-food contact surfaces need cleaning:-fryer cabinets-drip trays-top of water heater
Clean and maintain. - 2600 - The outdoor refuse containers are stored on absorbent material.
All refuse containers are to be stored on smooth, nonabsorbent material that is sloped to drain. - 3170 - Repeat The following physical facilities are in poor repair:-tile missing right of the fryer-Tile missing under the stove-tile missing under the 3 compartment sink-tile missing in front of the water heater.-there are holes in the wall above the restroom hand sink
Install new tiles in the listed areas and fill the holes in so that the wall is smooth, durable, non absorbent and easily cleanable. - 3180 - The following physical facilities are in need of cleaning:-floor to the right of the fryers-floor under the stove
Clean. - 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination which can then be spread through the establishment at the next use. - 3270 - Critical Multiple roaches were observed in the facility.
Facility has a contracted pest service. The facility has recently been fogged and that could possibly be the reason that roaches were observed.
All food temperatures are internal.
February 24, 2009 (Routine)
Violations:
- 1060 - Repeat The nonfood contact surface of the wooden shelves is not corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and/or smooth.
Nonfood contact equipment that is exposed to splash, spillage, food soiling, or requires frequent cleaning must be smooth, durable, and nonabsorbent. - 1570 - Repeat The following equipment is in poor repair:-the bottom panel of the beer display is missing- The freezers paint is chipping on the bottom.
Repair. - 1790 - Repeat The cavity of the microwave oven is observed soiled.
Using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure, clean the microwave oven at least every 24 hours. - 2830 - Repeat Floor and wall juncture behind the grill and below the fire hydrant are not sealed.
Seal floor and wall junctures in rooms where water flush cleaning methods are used. - 3045 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at the mens restroom used by food employees
Provide a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees. - 3170 - Repeat The following physical facilities are not in good repair:-tiles missing behind grill-tile missing in front of water heater closet-door not attached to water heater closet-there is a hole in the wall in the room with the freezers
Repair/replace - 3180 - Repeat The following facilities are in need of cleaning:-hood vent -walls under 3 compartment sink-Floor under beer display
Clean.
all food temperatures are internal.
Operator was reminded about the Certified food manager requirement.
Made an appointment to meet owner.
November 03, 2008 (Routine)
Violations:
- 0470 A 4 - Corrected During Inspection Ready to eat food/produce stored with raw bacon and steak.
Corrected by discarding. Store RTE food separate and above raw food. - 0840 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Commercially prepared coleslaw not discarded or used-by the stamped date of Oct. 22, 2008.
Corrected by discarding. Ensure product is used or discarded by the stamped date. - 1060 - New shelves and exterior of new cabinetry at bar are not finished.
Finish to provide smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent surfaces. - 1150 - Repeat Homestyle knife block used.
Remove from premises since it not designed to be easily cleanable. - 1510 - Repeat Food thermometer could not be located.
Provide a food thermometer and ensure it is tip-sensitive. - 1530 - Repeat Chlorine test strips could not be located.
Provide test strips. - 1570 - Kickplates/vent covers missing from display refrigerator and beer low boys.
Replace the kickplates/vent covers. - 1800 - The non-food contact surfaces are not clean:-grill table/shelf-grills/stove drip trays-exterior surfaces of the cookline equipment
Clean. - 3170 - Repeat The physical structures are in poor repair:-floor tiles missing at backside of cookline and far right side-wall damaged below the three-compartment sink and floor-wall juncture not sealed-section of ceiling-wall juncture in men's restroom no longer sealed
Maintain the physical structures in good repair.
All food temperatures observed were internal temperatures.
Properly finish the back rooms for food and beer storage--floors, walls, and ceilings shall be smooth and easily cleanable and non-absorbent--these areas are in the process of being reconstructed/remodeled.
2009 permit issued; post in public view. Review emergency instructions on reverse side with staff. Provided employee health flow chart.
June 16, 2008 (Routine)
Violations:
- 0060 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The person-in charge (PIC) did not know how to set-up the three-compartment sink for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing food contact surfaces.
Advised the PIC how to properly set-up the three-compartment sink. Recommended the PIC attend food safety course. One of the responsibilities of the Certified Food Manager (CFM) is to ensure all food employees/PIC are knowledgeable on food safety and sanitation - 0470 A 4 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Repeat Raw ground beef patties stored with raw steaks and hot dogs in foil pan on bottom of refrigerator--bags appear to be leaking.
Store raw animal foods seperate from one another since different temperatures are required for cooking to kill bacteria e.g. hot dogs should be stored above steak, steak should be stord above ground beef OR ensure they are in separate pans on the same level. - 0930 - Critical Menu lacks a consumer advisory for eggs and steaks that may be cooked to the customer's specification.
Provide a consumer advisory on the menu. Provided example on current menu. - 1060 - Repeat Cardboard boxes used to store surplus foodservice equipment below the coffee counter.
Provide approved multi-use storage bins that are durable, smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent. - 1150 - Homestyle wooden knife block in use.
Discontinue using this knife block since it is not designed to be easily cleanable. Suggested providing a wall-mount magnetic knife rack or storing knives in plastic bin or other approved method. - 1510 - Food thermometer could not be located.
Ensure food thermometer is provided for use for all staff. Ensure it is TIP SENSITIVE--digital thermomter that can be purchased through restaurant supply OR local department stores (Target, Wal-Mart, etc). - 1530 - Chlorine test strips could not be located.
Ensure test strips are provided. - 1570 - Inoperable Gibson refrigerator/freezer in beer storeroom.
Repair or remove inoperable/unnecessary equipment from the premises. - 1790 - The upper interior of the microwave oven is not clean.
Clean daily. - 1800 - The non-food contact surfaces are not clean:-vent hood filter-sides of cookline equipment-painted wood shelves below coffee counter
Maintain non-food contact surfaces clean. - 2350 ii - Urinal in men's restroom out of order.
Repair the urinal to restore to proper operation. - 2600 - The outdoor mobile toters are stored on absorbent material (wood).
All refuse containers are to be stored on smooth, nonabsorbent material that is sloped to drain. - 2830 - The floor-wall junctures are not sealed:-below the combination sink and three-compartment sink-small section behind beer storeroom racks
Seal the floor-wall junctures. - 2930 - A gap exists below the bottom of the front side entrance door.
Eliminate the gap. Suggested installing weather stripping. - 3170 - A section of the ceiling-wall juncture in the men's restroom is not sealed.
Seal the ceiling-wall juncture. - 3170 - Floor tile damaged in the water heater room.
Repair/replace the tile. - 3180 - The vent hood system is not clean.
Clean the vent hood. - 3180 - Repeat The floor is not clean below:-the cookline equipment-the bar counter top
Maintain the floors clean. - 3440 - Critical Multiple rodent bait stations (placed by Pest Control Service) are not covered and tamper-resistant
Contain rodent bait in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Open bait stations may result in the spillage of the poison being used.
Discussed employee health policy with owner/operator and provided guidance document and big 5 cheat sheet.
Observed unmarked jar of pickled eggs on counter. Operator stated he was not aware that they were there and discarded them. Food served in the food establishment shall be obtained from an approved source.
March 06, 2008 (Routine)
Violations:
- 0070 - Linda has completed food safety course sucessfully and is awaiting certificate.
When certificate is received bring it to Hampton Health Dept with $10 to get city of Hampton CFM certificate. - 0470 A 4 - Raw products stored above ready to eat food in refrigerator.
Store raw products (eggs, meat, etc.) below cooked foods, produce, and ready to eat foods. - 0610 - Bin with potatoes on floor in back room.
Store food at least 6 inches above floor. - 1060 - Bud light cardboard boxes are being reused for storage on non-food items.
Use appropriate reusable storage bins that are smooth, easily cleanable, durable, and non-absorbent. - 1570 - Repeat Pepsi refrigerator in the back is missing kick plate.
Replace kick plate. - 1750 - Parkay container sitting on rack with clean dishes.
Discontinue the reuse of manufacturer containers for food storage. Provide approved reusable food storage containers designed for your food storage needs. - 2000 - Wire racks stored on the floor in back storage room.
Store all equipment items at least 6 inches above the floor. - 2310 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The handwashing facility at the bar was blocked by a cardboard box with beer bottle, preventing access by employees for easy handwashing.
Access to the handwashing facility identified above is to be available during all hours of operation. - 2350 ii - Section of 3-compartment sink is leaking. It is scheduled to be repaired.
Repair leak. - 2930 - Back door knob is not properly attached to door creating an unprotected opening to the outside.
Repair door knob so that establishment will have protection from outer entry. - 3170 - Repeat The wall behind 3 vat sink and hand sink is damaged.The back store room has several areas of damage to the wall and floor.
Repair all areas of the physical facility so that they meet the standards of smooth, non-absorbent, durable and easily cleanable. - 3220 - Repeat Mops not hung up to air dry.
Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination. - 3270 - Corrected During Inspection Numerous rodent droppings over on shelving located to on the far side of the bar, near the front door.
Droppings were old and employee stated items on that shelf had not been used in months. Facility has extermination service. Droppings were removed.
Tip sensitve digital thermometer consumer advisory for any undercooked foods must be provided by 4/16/08.
Provided copy of employee reporting agreement.
An approved employee health policy is required to be adopted no later than April 16, 2008 which shall require food employees and conditional employees to report to the person in charge: 1). When they are experiencing any of the following symptoms: vomiting, diarrhea, sore throat with fever, jaundice, and any lesions containing pus such as a boil or infected wound that is open or draining and is on the exposed portions of the arms, hands, or wrists; 2). Diagnosed illnesses caused by: Salmonella, Shigella spp., E.coli 0157:H7, Hepatitis A Virus, or Norovirus; and, 3). Potential exposure to: Salmonella, Shigella, E.coli 0157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Based on the information given, the person in charge shall then restrict or exclude the employee from working as a food employee. The person in charge is responsible for reporting to the Health Department if a food employee reports a diagnosis with a listed pathogen.
November 08, 2007 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- 0610 - Repeat Soda and beer cases stored on the floor
Elevate food storage onto approved shelving with minimum 6" legs or casters. - 0840 - Critical Repeat Package of sliced ham with a date label of 10/15/07 was found in the refrigerator.
Expired product was discarded. Consume sliced lunch meats within 7 days of opening the package or the printed date on the package-which ever comes first. - 1060 - Repeat Raw wood blocks used to support new 2 door refrigerator
Seal wood or use appropriate non-absorbent material to support equipment. - 1570 - Repeat Bottom panel of refrigerator in beer room missing.
replace panel - 3045 - Repeat Handwashing sign needed above men's handsink
Post handwashing sign in plain view of men's handsink. - 3080 - Repeat One of the light tubes over the kitchen handsink is burned out.
Replace light. - 3170 - Repeat The following areas of the establishment are in need of repair:1. wall behind 3-vat sink damaged2. small holes in the ceiling beside the light over the bar3. floor of the beer storage room4. walls of the beer storage room5. ceiling in men's room damaged and peeling6. ladies room door damaged7. floor of utility room
Repair areas so that surfaces meet the standards of smooth, non-absorbent, easily cleanable, and durable. - 3180 - Repeat The following areas of the physical facility are in need of cleaning:1. floor under cookline2. wall stained around 3-vat sink3. wall by men's restroom handsink4. floor in the beer storage room
Clean surfaces - 3220 - Repeat Mops not hung up to air dry.
Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination which can then be spread through the establishment at the next use.
Follow-up occured via phone message from CFM informing EHS that the pilot light had been lit shortly after my departure from facility and hot water was now available to the facility. Food service operations may resume.
November 07, 2007 (Routine)
Violations:
- 0610 - Soda and beer cases stored on the floor
Elevate food storage onto approved shelving with minimum 6" legs or casters. - 0840 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Package of sliced ham with a date label of 10/15/07 was found in the refrigerator.
Expired product was discarded. Consume sliced lunch meats within 7 days of opening the package or the printed date on the package-which ever comes first. - 1060 - Raw wood blocks used to support new 2 door refrigerator
Seal wood or use appropriate non-absorbent material to support equipment. - 1570 - Bottom panel of refrigerator in beer room missing.
replace panel - 2120 - Critical Facility does not currently have hot water because pilot light is out on hot water heater.
NO FOOD SERVICE can occur until hot water heater is repaired. Bottled beverages and prepackaged snacks (i.e. bag of chips) may be served. Repair person has been called and is on the way. Inspector is to be notified when hot water heater is repaired. - 3045 - Handwashing sign needed above men's handsink
Post handwashing sign in plain view of men's handsink. - 3080 - One of the light tubes over the kitchen handsink is burned out.
Replace light. - 3170 - The following areas of the establishment are in need of repair:1. wall behind 3-vat sink damaged2. small holes in the ceiling beside the light over the bar3. floor of the beer storage room4. walls of the beer storage room5. ceiling in men's room damaged and peeling6. ladies room door damaged7. floor of utility room
Repair areas so that surfaces meet the standards of smooth, non-absorbent, easily cleanable, and durable. - 3180 - The following areas of the physical facility are in need of cleaning:1. floor under cookline2. wall stained around 3-vat sink3. wall by men's restroom handsink4. floor in the beer storage room
Clean surfaces - 3220 - Mops not hung up to air dry.
Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination which can then be spread through the establishment at the next use.
Please contact EHS Jennifer Burch at 727-2573 when hot water heater is repaired. NO FOOD SERVICE UNTIL HOT WATER IS REPAIRED.
Numerous new pieces of kitchen equipment were in the process being moved in/installed during inspection. Items included:
1. large 2-door refrigerator
2. oven/stove
3. grill
4. fryer
2008 permit issued during inspection, imminent health hazards and employee health policy reviewed.
Ensure all spray bottles labeled.
No undercooked foods served.
July 16, 2007 (Routine)
Violations:
- 0450 C - Corrected During Inspection Funnel stored in the sugar.
Corrected by removal. Use handled cup/utensils to dispense food and store handles out of food. - 1060 - Repeat Cardboard boxes used to store surplus food equipment and maintenance tools.
Discontinue using cardboard for storage once the original contents have been emptied. Use approved washable and durable containers. - 1150 - Contact paper lining surfaces of stainless steel top wood cabinetry is peeling off and paper is lining the bottom surface (to catch grease).
Remove contact paper and paper. - 1180 - Improperly scaled food thermometers provided.
Provide food thermometers that are scaled from at least 0* to 220*. - 1570 - Repeat Unnecessary items present in the beer storeroom and kitchen room--see coffee brewer.
Remove unnecessary items from the premises. - 1570 - Laminate trim missing on countertop.
Repair/replace trim. - 1570 - Repeat Kick plate to one of the beer low boys is missing.
Install kick plate. - 1570 - Interior of homestyle freezer cracked/in poor repair.
Repair/replace. - 1580 - A cutting board is heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
Resurface or discard and replace the cutting boards to provide a food contact surface that is smooth, easily cleaned and sanitized. - 1800 - The non-food contact surfaces are not clean:-stainless steel top wood cabinetry-drawers and painted wood shelves below bar
Clean. - 2000 - Cooking utensils stored with the food contact surface up.
Advised to store the utensils with the handles up. - 2600 - Repeat The mobile toters are stored on absorbent material--wood platforms.
All refuse containers are to be stored on smooth, nonabsorbent material that is sloped to drain. - 3170 - Repeat Floor tiles missing below the stainless steel top wood cabinet.
Replace the missing tiles. - 3170 - The ceiling and wall in the kitchen storeroom are in poor repair.
Repair the walls and ceiling in so they are smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent. - 3170 - The ceiling-wall juncture in the men's restroom is not sealed.
Seal. - 3170 - Repeat The floor-wall juncture below the combination sink and three-compartment sink are not sealed and the wall is in poor repair.
Repair and seal these surfaces. - 3180 - The floor is not clean:-below the bar (where bar meets the floor)-below the stainless steel top wood cabinet-below the the combination and three-comparment sinks
Maintain the floor clean. - 3270 - Few roaches observed on premises.
Pest control service due this week for scheduled monthly service. Maintain premises clean and free of unnecessary items. - 3270 - Fruit flies observed by the combination sink.
Use approved methods to eliminate fruit flies. Recommend keeping empty bottle boxes covered.
April 18, 2007 (Routine)
Violations:
- 0070 - When asked, person in charge got 3 compartment out of order (wash, sanitize, rinse).
Talked with employee and fixed set-up to wash, rinse, and sanitize. - 0240 - Employee observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
Ensure all employees wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food clean equipment, utensils, and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. - 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) package of ham in the JC Penney refunit is not properly dated for disposition.
Mark the name and ""consume by"" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days or within 4 calendar days if held at 45F. 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.Package of ham was discarded at time of inspection. - 0840 - Corrected During Inspection Critical According to the ""consume by"" date on the carton of milk in the refrigerator, the food should have been discarded 4 days ago.
Discard the food at this time and ensure all commercially processed RTE food is served, sold or discarded by the ""consume by"" date after opening. 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.Container of milk was discarded at time of inspection. - 0960 2 - Onions stored in single service manufacturer containersReuse of plastic manufacturer containers
Repair or replace the single service containers with plastic containers to permit easy cleaning and prevent the migration of deleterious substances, or transference of colors, odors, or tastes to food. - 1060 - Cardboard boxes used for storage in storeroom and in front bar area to hold plastic containers.Paper lining shelf under wooden top table has absorbed grease or some other liquid on the unit.
Nonfood contact equipment that is exposed to splash, spillage, food soiling, or requires frequent cleaning must be smooth, durable, and nonabsorbent. - 1160 - Kickplate covering vent for the beer cooler is missing
Repair or replace kickplate - 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the JC Penney ref
Provide a temperature measuring device in all hot or cold holding equipment used to store potentially hazardous foods so that employees can routinely monitor the ambient air temperature. - 1530 - There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
Obtain a chlorine test kit so that employees can accurately monitor the concentration of the sanitizing solutions and maintain them at a safe and effective level. - 1570 - Door frame on JC Penney ref is damaged at the freezer/ref juncture
Repair door frame - 1570 - Repeat Plastic dish strainer drainboard next to 3 compartment sink is cracked
Replace drainboard - 1570 - Unused coffeemaker in storeroom
Repair or replace coffeemaker - 1790 - Food splatter on upper interior of microwave
Clean splatter - 1800 - Repeat Wood shelf below metal-top table is dirty
Clean the surface at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues that become encrusted or attract insects and rodents. - 2000 - Frying pan and pot on floor under metal-top table
Store equipment at least 6" off of floor - 2600 - Repeat Mobile refuse toters are stored on a wood surface
All refuse containers are to be stored on smooth, nonabsorbent material that is sloped to drain. - 2790 - Beer storeroom has unfinished cinderblock.
Refinish or replace the wall material at the area designated so it is smooth, durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent. - 2790 - Unfinished wall surface is beer storeroom where duct work extends through wall and gaps exist around duct work.
Finish the wall to provide a smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbant surface. Also seal around the duct work. - 3080 - Insufficient lighting below hood over cook line. Observed 20 foot candles.
Provide at least 50 foot candles at a surface where a food employee is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where employee safety is a factor - 3090 - Ventilation fans in restrooms are not operational
Repair ventilation fans - 3170 - Repeat Physical structure are not maintained in good repair. SEE:1. REPEAT VIOLATION- Floor tiles missing under metal-top table2. REPEAT VIOLATION-Wall not sealed to floor wall under combination and 3-compartment sinks3. Corner trim missing in men's restroom4. Wall damaged behind toilet and toliet paper dispenser in men's restroom5. Hole in door to storeroom6. Abandoned outlet behind Lowboy freezer is missing cover7. Paint peeling below stainless steel wall cover below cookline8. Few floor tiles cracked and/or missing in storeroom
1. Replace tiles2. Seal floor juncture to wall3. Repair trim4. Repair wall5. Repair hole in door6. Cover outlet7. Repaint wall8. Repair/replace floor tiles - 3180 - Wall dirty below handsink and 3 compartment sinkFloor dirty under wooden top table in front bar area
Clean wall and floor - 3330 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Working containers of windex are not properly labeled.
Working containers of toxic items are to be properly labeled with contents. Identification of these containers with the common name of the material helps prevent the dangerous misuse of the contents.
When asked, employees did not know where mop water was being dumped. Advised employees to use combination mopsink/handsink to dump mop water.
Typed report not provided at time of inspection due to time constraints. Report to be delivered at a later time.
October 16, 2006 (Routine)
Violations:
- 0060 - Critical Lack of current registered Certified Food Manager.
Qualified candidate was to complete course in August but there has been no indication of successful completion. A qualified candidate must successfully complete an approved course and register with our office upon completion NO LATER THAN 12/31/2006 OR 2007 PERMIT MAY NOT BE ISSUED. - 0610 - Corrected During Inspection Two boxes of tea bags stored on floor.
Advised to store food elevated up off the floor. - 1150 - Contact paper (very old) lining wood shelf below metal-top table.
Completely remove contact paper--it is not approved for use in commercial food establishments. Recommend resurfacing/replacing unit. - 1150 - Repeat Paper towels lining the utensil drawers and utensils are in direct contact with the towels.
Advised to discontinue using paper towels to line surfaces since it does not meet the cleanability requirements (smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent). Recommend removing paper towels and replacing with rubber shelf liner. - 1570 - Plastic drainboard is cracked.
Discard and replace the drainboard. - 1570 - Trim of kickplate on beer display cooler is loose.
Repair/replace the kickplate. - 1770 B - The bottom interior of the freezer has ice build-up and frozen food spillage (lip service side stored on build-up).
Advised to defrost and clean the surface. - 1800 - Repeat The non-food contact surfaces are not clean:-wood shelf below metal-top table-top of homestyle refrigerator-ice build-up observed in low boy and freezer
Maintain non-food contact surfaces clean. - 2000 - Stock pot stored on floor.
Relocated to three-compartment sink. Advised to store elevated up off the floor after cleaning. - 2600 - Mobile toter stored on wood board designated as storage surface.
Wood is not approved as storage surface since it is not corrosion resistant and it is absorbent. Provide concrete pavers properly installed in frame or store mobile toter on concrete. - 2830 - Repeat The floor-wall junctures are not sealed behind/below the combination and three-compartment sinks.
Properly seal the floor-wall junctures no later than 12/31/06 or 2007 permit may not be issued. - 2930 - Small gap exists below back door (see right side).
Eliminate the gap since it is large enough to allow insect and rodent entry. - 3080 - Repeat Lighting insufficient in the area of the sinks at front bar area.
Upgrade lighting to at least 20 foot candles. - 3170 - The physical structures are in poor repair:-holes in wall in men's restroom-wall covering beginning to blister/peel in the men's restroom-cracks observed in beer storeroom wall-wall outlet below bar top is not secure-REPEAT VIOLATION: wall not secure below the combination and three-compartment sinks-REPEAT VIOLATION: floor tiles missing and buckling below metal-top table-paint beginning to peel below the stainless steel wall covering below vent hood system-REPEAT VIOLATION: gap exists in wall to right of homestyle refrigerator (was covered with tape but tape removed and hanging off)
Maintain physical structures in good repair. Complete repairs no later than 12/31/2006. - 3180 - The wall is heavily stained below the vent hood system (painted portion).
Maintain the walls clean. - 3180 - The window ledge is not clean.
Clean the window ledge. - 3180 - Repeat The floors are not clean below:-bar top-metal-top table-three-compartment sink-combination sink
Maintain the floors clean. - 3290 - Maintenance tools improperly stored with cooking equipment.
Advised to store maintenance tools physically separate from food equipment. Recommend reserving bottom shelf for maintenance storage.
Advised staff to label the USE-BY dates on packages in addition to the opening date.
June 30, 2006 (Routine)
Violations:
- 0830 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Ready-to-eat turkey and ham were not labeled with a use-by date once opened.
These items were discarded. Advised staff to label the use-by date on all ready-to-eat food once prepared or commercial package is opened. - 1150 - Paper towel lining drawer.
Do not line surfaces with absorbent material. - 1320 - Thermometer not provided inside the refrigerator.
Provide thermometer inside the unit closest tot he door. - 1570 - Repeat Wood drainboard at 3-compartment sink no longer sealed.
Operator has 30 days to replace the drainboard. - 1570 - Repeat Kickplate missing on one of the beer coolers.
Install kickplate. - 1750 - Manufacturer container reused for storage (see plastic utensils).
Do not reuse these containers once original contents have been emptied. - 1770 B - Mug trays are not clean.
Clean the trays. - 1800 - The wood shelf below the metal top counter is not clean.
Clean the unit. Manager states unit is to be removed. - 2600 - Repeat Waste oil container is stored on absorbent material.
Remove overgrown vegetation. - 2790 - Repeat Concrete floor in storeroom is not sealed.
Seal the floor. Observed floor tile in cases. Manager states floor to be tiled. - 2830 - Repeat The floor-wall juncture along the wall behind the sinks in the foodservice area not sealed.
Seal the floor-wall juncture or install cove molding. - 3080 - Repeat Lighting insufficient in foodservice area and storeroom.
Upgrade lighting within 30 days. Lighting not provided below vent hood. - 3080 - Repeat Lighitng not provided below the vent hood.
Install sufficient lighting within 30 days. - 3170 - Repeat The following physical structures are in poor repair:-floor below equipment not completely tiled-wall not secured behind combination sink-gap in wall right of homestyle refrigerator covered with tape
Maintain physical structures in good repair. - 3180 - The floor below the metal top cabinetry is not clean.
Maintain the floor clean. - 3180 - The wall behind the new low boy is not clean.
Clean the wall. - 3340 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Maintenance chemicals improperly stored with food in storeroom.
Corrected by relocation. Store chemicals and maintenance equipment separate from food, equipment, single-service, utensils, and linen. - 3360 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Flying insect spray improperly stored in foodservice area.
Discarded. Advised only approved insecticides allowed and must be applied by Certified Pest Control Operator and stored separate from general cleaners.
Shelving removed from beer room and storeroom and replaced with coated wire shelving or metal shelving. 2006 permit issued; post in public view and review emergency instructions on reverse side with all staff.
May 31, 2006 (Pre-Opening)
Violations:
- 1060 - Wood blocks used to support hot water heater and bottom shelf of homestyle freezer.
Use approved washable and non-absorbent material to support equipment. - 1550 - The sealant at the men's restroom handsink-wall juncture is deteriorating.
Seal the sink o the adjoining wall since it is exposed to splash and seepage. - 1570 - Wood shelving in multiple areas are worn.
Operator has 60 days from the date the interim permit is issued to remove wood shelving and replace with metal shelves. - 1570 - Wood drawers no longer sealed.
Seal the drawers or remove the unit. - 1570 - Kickplate missing on one of the beer coolers.
Install an approved kickplate. - 1570 - The stainless steel shelves in the Formica top cabinetry are corroded.
Completely remove the unit or replace it. - 1570 - The wood drainboard on the left side of the three-compartment sink is no longer sealed.
The operator has 60 days to replace the drainboard with one that is stainless steel. - 2350 ii - One of the waste drain lines of the three-compartment sink is leaking.
Repair the drain line. - 2600 - The waste oil container is stored on absorbent material (overgrown vegetation).
All refuse containers are to be stored on smooth, non-absorbent material that is sloped to drain. Remove overgrown vegetation. - 2600 - The outdoor mobile togers are stored on absorbent material.
All refuse containers are to be stored on smooth, nonabsorbent material that is sloped to drain. Operator has 60 days from the date the temporary permit is issued to provide proper pad. - 2660 - The women's restroom does not have a covered trash receptacle.
Provide a covered trash receptacle in the women's restroom. - 2790 - The concrete floor in the storeroom is not sealed.
Seal the floor or install approved floor covering. - 2830 - The floor-wall juncture along the wall/behind the combination sink is not sealed.
Seal the floor-wall juncture or install cove molding. - 2920 - The women's toilet room door is not provided with a self-closing door and is propped open.
Provide a self-closer for the toilet room door and adjust it so the door closes tightly. Do not prop toilet room doors open. Completely enclosed toilet facilities minimize the potential for the spread of disease by the movement of flies and other insects between the toilet facility and food preparation areas. - 2930 - The back door is self-closing and there are gaps around the door frame.
Repair/replace the self-closing device and eliminate the gaps around the door frame. - 3080 - Lighting is insufficient in the foodservice area and storeroom.
Operator has 60 days from date of temporary permit issuance to upgrade lighting to 50 food candles in the foodservice area and 10 foot candles in the storeroom. - 3080 - Lighting is in poor repair above back hallway.
Restore lighting to operation. - 3080 - Lighting not provided:-below vent hood-inside homestyle freezer
Operator has 60 days to install sufficient lighting below the vent hood system. When the freezer is replaced, it must be replaced with one that has sufficient lighting installed. - 3170 - The following physical structures are in poor repair:-outlet cover is missing to right of barside low boy -threshold missing at back door-floor below equipment is not completely tiled-hole in wall below coffee brewer-wall not secured behind combination handsink -gaps exist around plumbing pipes below the three-compartment sink and women's restroom -light fixture loose on hallway ceiling-two holes in ceiling above back door
Maintain physical structures in good repair. All items to be repaired within 30 days of the issuance of the temporary permit. - 3220 - Mop rack not provided.
Provide a utility rack to hang mops after use. - 3300 - Facility is storing unnecessary items to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.
Remove all unnecessary items from the facility. The presence of unnecessary articles, including equipment which is no longer used, makes regular and effective cleaning more difficult and less likely. It can also provide harborage for insects and rodents.
Original evaluation conducted 4/26/06 as routine evluation under previous owner and ownership change. A temporary permit is issued and will expire in 30 days; operator has 30 days, except where otherwise noted, to make the necessary corrections and repairs. A follow-up evaluation will be conducted at that time to ensure correction of 30 day repairs.
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