Steak N Shake

Observed container of cooked chicken tenders hot holding on steam well (less than 4-hours) not turned on at time of inspection. Advised PIC Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 135°F (57°C) or above. COS: PIC voluntarily discarded out-of-temperature chicken tenders.

Observed insufficient food allergy awareness training documents, lacking signs/symptoms and cross-contact prevention methods. Advised PIC Employees are properly trained in food safety, including food allergy awareness, as it relates to their assigned duties. Food allergy awareness includes describing foods identified as major food allergens and the symptoms that a major food allergen could cause in a sensitive individual who has an allergic reaction.

Observed steam well (1) in disrepair at cookline at time of inspection. Advised PIC equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

Observed insect control device stored over multiple packages of sliced bread. Advised PIC insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a food preparation area. COS: PIC removed multiple packages of sliced bread away from insect control device.

Observed hot water not available at the front handwash sink. Advised PIC that Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Advised PIC to have front handwash sink repaired.

Observed multiple ceiling tiles stored with staining and food debris. Advised PIC that the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Advised PIC to thoroughly clean ceiling tiles.

Observed food employee touch headpiece with gloves and continue to prep burgers with spatula at grill prep area. Also, Observed another food employee touch headpiece with gloves and handle toasted bread. Advised PIC single-use gloves shall be used for only one task, and discarded when damaged or soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation. COS: Had food employee #1 cease prep, wash hands and don new gloves, had food employee #2 discard bread touched with soiled gloves, wash hands and don new gloves.

Observed interior of ice machine with pink mold-like residue on dispense portion of ice machine. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Observed multiple metal pans with stains and residue on food contact portion. Also, observed multiple dining tables in lobby with stains and residue. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: soiled pans were placed at 3-compartment sink for wash-rinse-sanitize.

Observed non-food contact surfaces of Oven unit, and rack in walk-in-cooler with rusting and debris. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed stains on wall near drive-thru area, and stains on ceiling in dry storage area. Advised PIC the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Observed food contact surfaces of multiple containers stored as clean with old food debris and residue. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: Had PIC move soiled utensils to dish area.

Observed active leak at handsink. Advised PIC a plumbing system and hoses conveying water shall be constructed and repaired with approved materials according to law.

Observed no inspection report posted in prominent display. Advised PIC . The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.

Observed food employee handling dirty dishes and utensils at 3-compartment sink and then proceed to storage away clean dishes and utensils without handwashing in between. Advised PIC after handling soiled equipment or utensils employee shall wash hands. COS: Had food employee wash hands and clean soiled dishes and utensils.

Observed food employee rinse metal cup in hand sink. Advised PIC A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

Observed food contact surfaces of multiple containers and scoop stored as clean with old food debris and residue. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC began to move utensils to dish area.

Observed interior of ice machine white panel with pink mold-like substance and interior of microwaves with debris and residue. Advised PIC to clean at a frequency specified by the manufacturer.

Observed non-food contact surfaces of Reach-in Freezer, Reach-in Cooler, and Oven unit with excessive food debris. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Upon arrival, observed expired CFSM certificate posted in public view, certificate dated: 12/12/23. Advised PIC that a current CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view. Advised to obtain in 10 days.

Observed handsink without paper towels. Advised PIC hand sinks shall be provided with paper towels. COS: Had PIC stock hand sink with paper towels.

Upon arrival, observed multiple handsinks obstructed by trashcans. Advised PIC that all hand sinks shall be maintained so that they are easily accessible at all times. COS: PIC removed trashcans from hand sink.

Observed food contact surfaces of ladle, multiple spatulas, whisk, and multiple metal containers stored as clean with old food debris and residue. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC began to move utensils to dish area.

Observed food contact surface of milkshake machine (dispenser unit), microwave, and ice machine lid stored as clean with old food debris and residue. Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of items.

Observed non-food contact surfaces inside of RIC (by steamwell, front-food service area) and RIF(adjacent from warewash area) in need of cleaning. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. CA: Discussed with PIC to increase cleaning frequency.

Observed ceiling and walls of facility with old food splatter. Advised PIC that all physical facilities shall be kept clean at all times. Advised to clean all walls and ceiling tiles of facility.

Observed multiple handsinks without paper towels. Advised PIC handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels. COS: Had PIC stock handsinks with paper towels.

Observed food employee rinsing chemical wiping rag in handsink. Advised PIC a handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Had food employee cease rinsing chemical wiping rag in handsink and educated on handwashing sink to be used for handwashing purposes only.

Observed food contact surfaces of ice machine lid, ice machine panel, spatula, and lids. With food debris, residues, and build-up. Spatula and lids were stored as clean. Advised PIC food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: Had PIC clean and disinfect ice machine lid, ice machine panel, spatula, and lids.