Coach's Corner

Observed food debris and grease build up on top paneling and sides of fryers and ventilations hoods. RCA: RCA: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Observed chef base drawers below grill on main cook line unable to maintain safe temperatures of 41F or below. All food within the unit held temperatures between 45-52F. COS: PIC discarded all out of temperature food (burgers, chicken, cheese: shredded and sliced, cooked ground beef). RCA: Cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above

Observed chef base drawer cooler not in good repair due to drawers not sealing closed and top left drawer bracket not supporting drawer when open. 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - Good Repair & Proper Adjustment (C)

2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

Observed food debris and grease build up on on top paneling and sides of fryers.

RCA: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Observed walk-in cooler to maintain a temperature above the safe 41F (ambient-48F). CA: Upon further inspection, the unit had severe ice build-up underneath the condenser fans. PIC is defrosting the unit. All TCS-products were discarded. See notes for discard log. Facility shall not utilize the unit until verified by the Chatham County Health Department.

Observed prep-top table next to the pizza prep area to not be capable of maintaining temperatures of 41F or below. Thermometer indicated the unit held a temperature of 45F. CA: All product held longer than four hours was discarded by PIC. PIC will have unit repaired and only use unit with ice bathing during service. PIC shall contact the Chatham County Health Department to verify the functionality of the unit prior to using.

Observed marinara sauce and shredded cheese on countertop maintaining temperatures above 41F. After further discussion with the PIC, items were placed onto counter for thirty minutes to prepare pizzas. CA: PIC will discard product at 3:00pm. Ice baths on the counter top are recommended for accessibility during prep while properly cold-holding.

Observed chili and collard greens stored in steam table not held at 135F. CA: Employee stated the items were pulled from the cooler thirty minutes prior. Employee placed items on stove top for rapid reheating to 165F.

Observed ceiling of kitchen and walls to be heavily stained from grease accumulation. Observed hole in ceiling near vent hood. RCA: Floors, walls and ceiling shall remain in good repair and be full enclosed.

Observed several cell phones through out kitchen stored on prep top tables. Observed a set of keys and a watch on a storage shelf with clean dishes and wing sauce. CA: PIC placed all items in employee pockets or employee area.

Observed containers of oil stored on the floor along the backside of the walk-in cooler. Observed beef and containers of food within walk-in cooler trailer stored on the floor. RCA: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage.

1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

Observed cigarette buds within a container stored near outdoor soda machine. CA: PIC removed the container and will educate staff on where to smoke.

Observed employee actively prepping food with watch on the wrist. RCA: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - Jewelry (C) (g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.

Observed wiping cloths used as liners in multiple coolers in main kitchen, back bar and inside bar. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on counter tops throughout kitchen rather in sanitzier. CA: PIC placed wet wiping cloths in sanitizer. RCA: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation.

1. Cloths in-use for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served shall be:

(i) Maintained dry; and

(ii) Used for no other purpose.

Observed extra wiping cloths in bags stored on the ground of the dry storage room in the outside bar. RCA: Wiping cloths shall be stored at least 6 inches above the ground as they come into contact with food-contact surfaces.

Observed vent hood light switches to not be protected by an outlet cover and left exposed. Light switches contained a large amount of grease build-up. RCA: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation.

(a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Observed a cell phone and headphones stored on cutting board not being used in prep area. CA: Employee placed items in their pocket and the cutting board was sanitized.

Observed heavy grease build-up on light switches of vent hood, on surrounding piping and walls. RCA: 511-6-1.05(2)(n) - Exhaust Ventilation Hood Systems, designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping on food/equipment (C) (n) Exhaust Ventilation Hood Systems. Exhaust ventilation hood systems in food preparation and warewashing areas, including components such as hoods, fans, guards, and ducting shall be designed to prevent grease or condensation from draining or dripping onto food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.

Observed aluminum foil within reach-in cooler being used as shelf liner. Observed cardboard being used as liners throughout the kitchen. RCA: Single-use items shall not be reused. Replace items with commercial grade shelf liners or remove.

Observed a single-use condiment cup being used as a scoop within marinara sauce without a handle. CA: PIC removed the cup and replaced with ladle.

Observed women's restroom door not close on it's own. RCA: 511-6-1.07(2)(l) - Toilet Rooms, Enclosed (C) (l) Toilet Rooms, Enclosed. Except where a toilet room is located outside a food service establishment and does not open directly into the food service establishment, such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall, a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door.

Observed portions of the walls and ceiling in main kitchen to be peeling. Observed large hole in ceiling near vent hood. RCA: Floors, walls and ceiling shall remain in good repair and be full enclosed.

Observed mops not being hung to dry in outside bar and behind kitchen. RCA: 511-6-1.07(5)(f) - Drying Mops (C) (f) Drying Mops. After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.