RED LOBSTER # 0091

Observed lobster being thawed and prepared in the rinse section of the three compartment sink. CA: (t) Food Preparation. During preparation, unpackaged food shall be protected from environmental sources of contamination. COS: The rinse compartment of the three compartment sink was sanitized. Discussed with PIC that meats can be prepared only in the sanitizer compartment of the three compartment sink if there is no meat sink available. Only meats can be washed in the sanitizer compartment of the three compartment sink, and the sanitizer compartment must be washed and sanitized after each different type of meat and before using it to sanitizer equipment or utensils after washing meat in it.

Observed lemons in peel being rinsed in the washing compartment of the three compartment sink. CA:Washing Fruits & Vegetables (Pf) (g) Washing Fruits and Vegetables.

1. Except as specified in paragraphs (g)2 and 3 of this subsection and except for whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for washing by the consumer before consumption, raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water, in a sink designated for that purpose only, to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut, combined with other ingredients, cooked, served, or offered for human consumption in ready-to-eat form. COS: Food service employee moved lemons from 3 compartment sink to produce sink to be washed.

Observed fish and meat cooler near grill cooling meats prepared around 10:30 am that morning with an ambient temperature above 41F. CA: 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. COS: The meats were taken from the cooler and placed in the freezer to cool properly. The meat cooler was placed out of commission. (No longer in use until it is fixed) Email health inspector completed work order when the cooler is repaired. Niasia.Rouse@dph.ga.gov

Observed card boards boxed and food debris on the floor of the walk in freezer. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Observed multiple unclean dishes stored as clean in the main kitchen.

Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils.

1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.

PIC voluntarily removed unclean dishes to be rewashed.

Observed thawing of TCS food (raw fish) at room temperature.

Thawing (C) (c) Thawing. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed:

1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; PF or
2. Completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, PF

Food service employee moved frozen fish to freezer to properly thaw.

Observed food service employee with an uncovered band-aid using tongs to grab biscuits.

Hygienic Practices Employees shall maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and shall use good hygienic practices during all working periods in the food service establishment.

COS: Food service employee washed hands before putting on gloves to continue to prepare food.

Observed pan of whole tomatoes located in the 3 compartment sink to be washed.

Washing Fruits & Vegetables (Pf) (g) Washing Fruits and Vegetables.

1. Except as specified in paragraphs (g)2 and 3 of this subsection and except for whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for washing by the consumer before consumption, raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water, in a sink designated for that purpose only, to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut, combined with other ingredients, cooked, served, or offered for human consumption in ready-to-eat form.

Food service employee moved pan of whole tomatoes from 3 compartment sink to vegetable sink to be washed.

Observed a gap under the backdoor in the main kitchen.

Outer Openings Protected (C) (m) Outer Openings, Protected.

1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings;

Advised PIC to fill/close all open gaps as to prevent pests.

Observed fruit flies in the bar area.

Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:

1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies;
2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests;
3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and
4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

Advised PIC to use methods to prevent pests in bar area (fruit flies).

Observed fruit flies in the bar area.

Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:

1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies;
2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests;
3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and
4. Eliminating harborage conditions.

Advised PIC to use methods to prevent pests in bar area (fruit flies).

Observed hand sanitizer applied to unclean hands when returning back to prepare salads for customer. Waitresses are preparing salads for customer and some are using hand sanitizer, some are washing hands, some are placing on gloves before washing hands from lobby. Informed PIC to implement other option to prevent cross contamination.

Observed 2 hand sinks missing trach cans. Informed PIC to provide trash cans at hand sink at all times.

Observed salad line with several items uncovered. Observed underneath canopy with brown spots. Informed PIC to clean or remove brown spot from surface (scheduled for cleaning). Observed lobster in RIC uncovered (COS).

Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface of grill, and behind fryer. Observed hood vents with grease build up. Informed PIC to remove accumulated grease from all equipment.

Observed garbage can lid open, observed liquid waste on ground from dumpster. Informed PIC to remove trash from grounds and clean surrounding area to prevent pest and rodents.

Observed walk in freezer (WIF) with major floor damage; observed WIF with heavy ice build-up from unit; observed gasket to RIC with heavy debris. Observed frame of walk in cooler with damaged. Informed PIC clean daily for prevent build-up and to maintain WIC for proper cool holding methods. Informed PIC to repair floor in WIF and clean all gasket of RIC.

Observed personal cell phone stored on top of microwave near near biscuit making area. Informed PIC to instruct employee to place all personal item in designated employee area.