Restaurant: Hyatt Regency Crystal City Employees Cafeteria
Address: 2799 Jefferson Davis Hwy (2nd fl.), Arlington, Virginia
Phone: (703) 418-1234
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: Oct 5, 2009
3-304.14 - (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces are not held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution of proper concentration; and/or not laundered daily.
3-306.11 - Food on display is not protected from contamination.>>Fried rice and cooked vegetables observed with not covers under the heat lamp.
3-501.16A1 - Critical (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):Supreme chicken dish and white rice observed hot holding at the improper temperature of 120F and 131, respectively.
3-501.16A2 - Critical Repeat Boiled eggs and shredded cheese observed cold holding at the improper temperature of 50F and 48F, respectively.
4-201.11 - The "Sharp" microwave is not designed and constructed to be durable.
4-601.11A - Critical The food slicer is not clean to sight and touch.
5-205.11 - The only handsink was observed used to fill up sanitation buckets.
6-301.14 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided in the men's employee rest-room.
3-501.16B - Critical Soft boiled eggs in a bucket of water was observed at 50F.
3-501.17B - Critical Sliced cheeses and turkey meats prepared and packaged by a food processing plant opened and held for more than 24 hours was not clearly marked at the time the original container was opened in the food establishment to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded.
4-601.11A - Critical The slicing board is not clean to sight and touch.>Employee took a rag, wetted with water, and clean the counter and then rubbed the slicing board.
3-501.16A1 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Repeat Chicken hot holding at the improper temperature of 129F in "Carter Hoffmann" heated cabinet. (Reheated) - Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under section 3-501.19, and except as specified under paragraph (B) of this section, Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food) shall be maintained at 57°C (135°F) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in paragraph 3-401.11(B) or reheated as specified in paragraph 3-403.11(E) may be held at a temperature of 54°C (130°F) or above. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) remains in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 5°C to 57°C (41°F to 135°F) too long. Up to a point, the rate of growth increases with an increase in temperature within this zone. Beyond the upper limit of the optimal temperature range for a particular organism, the rate of growth decreases. Operations requiring heating or cooling of food should be performed as rapidly as possible to avoid the possibility of bacterial growth.
3-501.16A2 - Corrected During InspectionCritical Repeat Tuna salad cold holding at the improper temperature of 45F in "traulsen" 2-dr refrigerator. (Discarded) - Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under section 3-501.19, and except as specified under paragraph (B) of this section, Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food) shall be maintained at 5°C (41°F) or less. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) remains in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 5°C to 57°C (41°F to 135°F) too long. Up to a point, the rate of growth increases with an increase in temperature within this zone. Beyond the upper limit of the optimal temperature range for a particular organism, the rate of growth decreases. Operations requiring heating or cooling of food should be performed as rapidly as possible to avoid the possibility of bacterial growth.
Comments:
Please make sure that no utility lines (power cords) on the floor and wipe-off gaskets of "Traulsen" 2-dr refrigerator.
April 09, 2009 (Routine)
Violations:
3-304.14 - (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces are not held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution of proper concentration; and/or not laundered daily. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (1) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under section 4-501.114; and (2) Laundered daily as specified under paragraph 4-802.11(D). Soiled wiping cloths, especially when moist, can become breeding grounds for pathogens that could be transferred to food. Any wiping cloths that are not dry (except those used once and then laundered) must be stored in a sanitizer solution at all times, with the proper sanitizer concentration in the solution. Wiping cloths soiled with organic material can overcome the effectiveness of, and neutralize, the sanitizer. The sanitizing solution must be changed as needed to minimize the accumulation of organic material and sustain proper concentration. Proper sanitizer concentration should be ensured by checking the solution periodically with an appropriate chemical test kit.
3-306.11 - Food on display is not protected from contamination.>>Fried rice and cooked vegetables observed with not covers under the heat lamp. Except for nuts in the shell and whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for hulling, peeling, or washing by the consumer before consumption, food on display shall be protected from contamination by the use of packaging; counter, service line, or salad bar food guards; display cases; or other effective means. During display, food can be contaminated even when there is no direct hand contact. Many microbes can be conveyed considerable distances on air currents through fine sprays or aerosols. These may originate from people breathing or sneezing, water sprays directed at drains, or condensate from air conditioners. Even wind gusts across sewage deposits and fertilized fields have been known to contaminate food in adjacent establishments where food was unprotected.
3-501.16A1 - Critical (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):Supreme chicken dish and white rice observed hot holding at the improper temperature of 120F and 131, respectively. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under section 3-501.19, and except as specified under paragraph (B) of this section, Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food) shall be maintained at 57°C (135°F) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in paragraph 3-401.11(B) or reheated as specified in paragraph 3-403.11(E) may be held at a temperature of 54°C (130°F) or above. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) remains in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 5°C to 57°C (41°F to 135°F) too long. Up to a point, the rate of growth increases with an increase in temperature within this zone. Beyond the upper limit of the optimal temperature range for a particular organism, the rate of growth decreases. Operations requiring heating or cooling of food should be performed as rapidly as possible to avoid the possibility of bacterial growth.
3-501.16A2 - Critical Repeat Boiled eggs and shredded cheese observed cold holding at the improper temperature of 50F and 48F, respectively. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under section 3-501.19, and except as specified under paragraph (B) of this section, Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food) shall be maintained at 5°C (41°F) or less. Bacterial growth and/or toxin production can occur if potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) remains in the temperature "Danger Zone" of 5°C to 57°C (41°F to 135°F) too long. Up to a point, the rate of growth increases with an increase in temperature within this zone. Beyond the upper limit of the optimal temperature range for a particular organism, the rate of growth decreases. Operations requiring heating or cooling of food should be performed as rapidly as possible to avoid the possibility of bacterial growth.
4-201.11 - The "Sharp" microwave is not designed and constructed to be durable. Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. Equipment and utensils must be designed and constructed to be durable and capable of retaining their original characteristics so that such items can continue to fulfill their intended purpose for the duration of their life expectancy and to maintain their easy cleanability. If they can not maintain their original characteristics, they may become difficult to clean, allowing for the harborage of pathogenic microorganisms, insects, and rodents. Equipment and utensils must be designed and constructed so that parts do not break and end up in food as foreign objects or present injury hazards to consumers. A common example of presenting an injury hazard is the tendency for tines of poorly designed single service forks to break during use.
4-601.11A - Critical The food slicer is not clean to sight and touch. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. The objective of cleaning focuses on the need to remove organic matter from food-contact surfaces so that sanitization can occur.
5-205.11 - The only handsink was observed used to fill up sanitation buckets. A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Sinks used for food preparation and warewashing can become sources of contamination if used as handwashing facilities by employees returning from the toilet or from duties which have contaminated their hands.
6-301.14 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided in the men's employee rest-room. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. A sign or poster is required to remind food employees to wash their hands.
Comments:
Due to a malfunction printer a typed copy will be mailed out, discard handwritten copy once you received typed copy.
July 08, 2008 (Critical Procedures)
Violations:
3-501.16B - Critical Soft boiled eggs in a bucket of water was observed at 50F. Eggs that have not been treated to destroy all viable Salmonellae shall be stored in refrigerated equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 7°C (45°F) or less.
3-501.17B - Critical Sliced cheeses and turkey meats prepared and packaged by a food processing plant opened and held for more than 24 hours was not clearly marked at the time the original container was opened in the food establishment to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) prepared and packaged by a food processing plant shall be clearly marked, at the time the original container is opened in a food establishment and if the food is held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, based on the temperature and time combination specified in paragraph (A) of this section and: (1) The day the original container is opened in the food establishment shall be counted as Day 1; and (2) The day or date marked by the food establishment may not exceed a manufacturer's use-by date based on food safety. A date marking system that meets the criteria of this section may include: (1) Using a method approved by the regulatory authority for refrigerated, ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) that is frequently rewrapped, such as lunchmeat or a roast, or for which date marking is impractical, such as soft serve mix or milk in a dispensing machine; (2) Marking the date of day of preparation, with a procedure to discard the food or on before the last date or day by which the food must be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded as specified under paragraph (A) of this section; (3) Marking the date or day the original container is opened in a food establishment, with a procedure to discard the food on or before the last date or day by which the food must be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded; or (4) Using calendar dates, days of the week, color-coded marks, or other effective marking methods, provided that the marking system is disclosed to the regulatory authority upon request. This section does not apply to individual meal portions served or repackaged for sale from a bulk container upon a consumer's request. This section does not apply to the following foods prepared and packaged by a food processing plant inspected by a regulatory authority: (1) Deli salads, such as ham salad, seafood salad, chicken salad, egg salad, pasta salad, potato salad, and macaroni salad, manufactured in accordance with 21 CFR 110 Current good manufacturing practice in manufacturing, packing, or holding human food; (2) Hard cheeses containing not more than 39% moisture as defined in 21 CFR 133 Cheeses and related cheese products, such as cheddar, gruyere, parmesan and reggiano, and romano; (3) Semi-soft cheeses containing more than 39% moisture, but not more than 50% moisture, as defined in 21 CFR 133 Cheeses and related cheese products, such as blue, edam, gorgonzola, gouda, and monterey jack; (4) Cultured dairy products as defined in 21 CFR 131 Milk and cream, such as yogurt, sour cream, and buttermilk; (5) Preserved fish products, such as pickled herring and dried or salted cod, and other acidified fish products defined in 21 CFR 114 Acidified foods; (6) Shelf stable, dry fermented sausages, such as pepperoni and Genoa salami that are not labeled "Keep Refrigerated" as specified in 9 CFR 317 Labeling, marking devices, and containers, and which retain the original casing on the product; and (7) Shelf stable salt-cured products such as prosciutto and Parma (ham) that are not labelled "Keep Refrigerated" as specified in 9 CFR 317 Labeling, marking devices, and containers.
4-601.11A - Critical The slicing board is not clean to sight and touch.>Employee took a rag, wetted with water, and clean the counter and then rubbed the slicing board. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. The objective of cleaning focuses on the need to remove organic matter from food-contact surfaces so that sanitization can occur.
December 20, 2007 (Critical Procedures)
Violation: 3-501.16A2 - Critical Tuna at 65oF in the #41 2 door refrigerator. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under section 3-501.19, and except as specified under paragraph (B) of this section, Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food) shall be maintained at 5°C (41°F) or less to limit bacterial growth and/or toxin production.
Comments:
This is a Critical Procedure Inspection where the emphasis is on those risk factors that most directly affect the safe and sanitary preparation and service of food. Other less critical items, if observed, are not mentioned in this report but are brought to the food manager's attention for correction.
March 06, 2007 (Routine)
Violations:
4-201.11 - Microwave oven along the employee self service line is damaged and is not commercial grade. Remove this item from the facility and replace with an approved unit as needed. Equipment and utensils must be capable of maintaining their original characteristics in order to be easily cleaned and to prevent contamination of food.
4-601.11A - Critical Toaster has not been cleaned and sanitized according to agreed protocol. Clean and sanitize these surfaces for food contact.
Comments:
All surfaces shown to have been cleaned and sanitized according to agreed protocol.
November 14, 2006 (Routine)
Violations:
4-302.11 - Corrected During Inspection The pasteries/cookies at the buffet line/salad bar is not provided with a dispensing utensil. Provide separate dispensing utensils for each food item at the salad bar or buffet line to prevent cross contamination between foods.
4-602.11E - Corrected During Inspection Surfaces of the soda fountain machine nozzles were observed soiled with accumulations of grime and debris. Clean the surface of nozzles at any time when contamination may have occurred, at least every 24 hours, before restocking the consumer self-service equipment/utensils, or per manufacturer specifications.
February 15, 2006 (Routine)
Violations:
3-304.14 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use. Use clean wet wiping cloths for wiping spills from food-contact and nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment.
3-501.16A2 - Critical Milk cold holding at 44 F. Cold hold potentially hazardous food at 41°F or below to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.
4-204.112 - There was no temperature measuring device located in the Pepsi refrigerator. 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.
4-602.11E - Shelves of the Pepsi refrigerator are in need of cleaning. Clean the surface of shelves at any time when contamination may have occurred, at least every 24 hours, before restocking the consumer self-service equipment/utensils, or per manufacturer specifications.
5-501.113 - Outside refuse container was uncovered. Cover all waste containers when not in continuous use.
7-102.11 - Critical Disinfectant spray bottles for chemicals are emptied and filled with soap and water. 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.
March 16, 2005 (Routine)
Violation: 3-501.16 - Critical Repeat Chicken on buffet holding at 118oF.Chicken holding in oven at 130oF.Soup holding at 130oF.Hot dogs holding at 118oF. Rapidly reheat the food to 165°F and maintain at 140°F or above through the hot holding period.
Comments:
Andreas Singer took the exam on 2/23/05, but has not gotten the card yet.
March 16, 2005 (Routine)
Violation: 3-501.16 - Critical Repeat Chicken on buffet holding at 118oF.Chicken holding in oven at 130oF.Soup holding at 130oF.Hot dogs holding at 118oF. Rapidly reheat the food to 165°F and maintain at 140°F or above through the hot holding period.
Comments:
Andreas Singer took the exam on 2/23/05, but has not gotten the card yet.
July 16, 2004 (Routine)
Violations:
6-501.11 - Repeat Floor tiles are coming up under the beverage counter. Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
3-501.16 - Critical Fried fish fillets hot holding at 120oF on the steamtable should be reheated. Rapidly reheat the food to 165°F and maintain at 140°F or above through the hot holding period.
4-602.11E - Repeat Surfaces of the soda and juice nozzles were observed soiled with accumulations of grime and debris. Clean the surface of these nozzles at any time when contamination may have occurred, at least every 24 hours, before restocking the consumer self-service equipment/utensils, or per manufacturer specifications.
Comments:
The refrigerators are at marginal temperatures; they should be adjusted to a cooler setting to maintain foods at 41oF or below.
July 16, 2004 (Routine)
Violations:
6-501.11 - Repeat Floor tiles are coming up under the beverage counter. Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
3-501.16 - Critical Fried fish fillets hot holding at 120oF on the steamtable should be reheated. Rapidly reheat the food to 165°F and maintain at 140°F or above through the hot holding period.
4-602.11E - Repeat Surfaces of the soda and juice nozzles were observed soiled with accumulations of grime and debris. Clean the surface of these nozzles at any time when contamination may have occurred, at least every 24 hours, before restocking the consumer self-service equipment/utensils, or per manufacturer specifications.
Comments:
The refrigerators are at marginal temperatures; they should be adjusted to a cooler setting to maintain foods at 41oF or below.
April 16, 2003 (Routine)
Violations:
6-501.111 - Harborage conditions exist. Fruit flies were observe by the soda fountain machine. Eliminate harborage conditions. Insects and other pests are capable of transmitting disease to man by contaminating food and food-contact surfaces.
3-501.16 - Critical Chicken pieces hot holding at 128oF in the heated cabinet should be reheated. Rapidly reheat the food to 165°F and maintain at 140°F or above through the hot holding period.
4-203.12 - Repeat The ambient (air/water) temperature measuring device located in the #10 Carter-Hoffman is not working. Provide a temperature measuring device that is easily readable and accurate to +/-3 degrees Fahrenheit in the intended range of use.
3-306.11 - The sugar cones on display are not protected from contamination. Protect food on display by the use of packaging, counter, service line, or salad bar food guards, display cases, or other effective means to prevent contamination.
6-501.11 - The floor tiles under the beverage station counter are not maintained in good repair. Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
4-901.11 - Repeat Glasses were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization. Items must be allowed to drain and air-dry before being stacked or stored to allow evaporation of chemical sanitizer and moisture that may encourage microbial growth.
4-602.11E - Surfaces of the soda fountain nozzles were observed soiled with accumulations of grime and debris. Clean the surface of nozzles at any time when contamination may have occurred, at least every 24 hours, before restocking the consumer self-service equipment/utensils, or per manufacturer specifications.
6-301.14 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all handwashing lavatories 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.
4-904.11 - The toothpick dispensor lid is missing and it is not clean. Provide wrapped or use an approved dispenser for single service items at the consumer self-service counter to prevent consumer contamination.
6-303.11 - Inadequate light was noted in the "Pepsi" refrigerator. Provide at least 20 foot candles at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in consumer self-service areas, inside equipment, warewashing, equipment storage, and toilet rooms.
April 16, 2003 (Routine)
Violations:
6-501.111 - Harborage conditions exist. Fruit flies were observe by the soda fountain machine. Eliminate harborage conditions. Insects and other pests are capable of transmitting disease to man by contaminating food and food-contact surfaces.
3-501.16 - Critical Chicken pieces hot holding at 128oF in the heated cabinet should be reheated. Rapidly reheat the food to 165°F and maintain at 140°F or above through the hot holding period.
4-203.12 - Repeat The ambient (air/water) temperature measuring device located in the #10 Carter-Hoffman is not working. Provide a temperature measuring device that is easily readable and accurate to +/-3 degrees Fahrenheit in the intended range of use.
3-306.11 - The sugar cones on display are not protected from contamination. Protect food on display by the use of packaging, counter, service line, or salad bar food guards, display cases, or other effective means to prevent contamination.
6-501.11 - The floor tiles under the beverage station counter are not maintained in good repair. Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
4-901.11 - Repeat Glasses were found stacked while wet after cleaning and chemical sanitization. Items must be allowed to drain and air-dry before being stacked or stored to allow evaporation of chemical sanitizer and moisture that may encourage microbial growth.
4-602.11E - Surfaces of the soda fountain nozzles were observed soiled with accumulations of grime and debris. Clean the surface of nozzles at any time when contamination may have occurred, at least every 24 hours, before restocking the consumer self-service equipment/utensils, or per manufacturer specifications.
6-301.14 - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all handwashing lavatories 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.
4-904.11 - The toothpick dispensor lid is missing and it is not clean. Provide wrapped or use an approved dispenser for single service items at the consumer self-service counter to prevent consumer contamination.
6-303.11 - Inadequate light was noted in the "Pepsi" refrigerator. Provide at least 20 foot candles at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in consumer self-service areas, inside equipment, warewashing, equipment storage, and toilet rooms.
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