Papa John's Pizza

Observed pepperoncini on counter stored uncovered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC covered food item.

Observed utensil handles stored in the shredded cheese, bacon, and chicken in prep top cooler. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. PIC moved handles above the top of the food in the prep top cooler.

Observed pizza boxes stored on floor. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. PIC removed items from ground.

Observed employee's personal items stored with 2-liter sodas to be sold to customers. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination.

2. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. PIC removed employee's items.

Observed employees not wearing hair restraints. CA: Violation Code Reference 511-6-1.03(5)(i) - Hair Restraints (C)(i) Hair Restraints. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch.PIC provided hair restraints for employees. PIC provided hair restraints.

Observed pizza boxes stored on floor. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. PIC removed items from ground.

Observed ceiling tile in bathroom and main kitchen area with staining. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have ceiling tiles replaced.

Observed no CFSM certificate in the facility. CA: Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection. PIC will have thirty days to obtain a CFSM certificate.

Observed front window of the facility open without protection of entry of insects and rodents. CA: Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 5 of this subsection, if the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or Other effective means. PIC closed the front window.

Observed utensil handles stored in the shredded cheese, beef, and ham in prep top cooler. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. PIC moved handles above the top of the food in the prep top cooler.

Observed coving in the main kitchen by the vegetable sink not in good repair. CA: In food service establishments in which cleaning methods other than water flushing are used for cleaning floors, the floor and wall junctures shall be coved and closed to no larger than one thirty-second inch (1 mm). PIC will have coving repaired.

Observed stained ceiling tile in front dry storage room. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the ceiling tile replaced.

Observed coving in the main kitchen by the vegetable sink not in good repair. CA: In food service establishments in which cleaning methods other than water flushing are used for cleaning floors, the floor and wall junctures shall be coved and closed to no larger than one thirty-second inch (1 mm). PIC will have coving repaired.

Observed a can of marinara sauce not stored at least 6 inches off. CA: Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. PIC properly stored the can of marinara sauce.

Observed dispensing utensil in cheese not stored properly to prevent cross contamination by storing the handle above the product. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. CA: PIC properly stored dispensing utensil.

Observed cardboard being used as a surface on the floor in the kitchen. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. PIC removed cardboard.

Observed fume hood not free from a accumulation of dust and debris. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC will have fume hood cleaned.

Observed no adequate lighting in employee restroom. CA: The light intensity shall be: At a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor in areas used for handwashing, ware washing, and equipment and utensil storage, and in toilet rooms. PUC will replace lighting in restroom.

Observed employee drink improperly stored with no lid and in drink cooler with drinks that are sold to customers. CA: Violation Code Reference 511-6-1.03(5)(j)1&2 - Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco (C)(j) Hygienic Practices. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.

Observed employees not wearing hair restraints. CA: Violation Code Reference 511-6-1.03(5)(i) - Hair Restraints (C)(i) Hair Restraints. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch.PIC provided hair restraints for employees.