Southside Smokers - (Base of Operations)

Observed sausages in a zip lock bag in the reach in cooler labeled with a discard date of 12/23. CA: 1. A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it:(i) Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen. PIC discarded sausages.

Observed sausages in a zip lock bag in the reach in cooler mislabeled "brisket". CA: Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food. PIC discarded the sausage.

Observed single service items (aluminum pans and zip lock bags) being washed and reused. CA:1. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC discarded single service items.

Observed employee's food stored with the facilities food items. CA: 1. 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. PIC separated employees' foods from the facilities food.

Observed several TCS food items (baked beans and potato salad) in the reach in cooler not properly date marked to indicate preparation or discard date. CA:Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 4 and 5 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. PIC will properly date make food items.

Observed a TCS item such as baked beans stored in a large ketchup container. C/A: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will store baked beans in a food grade container.

Observed several TCS food items (smoked chicken, ribs, and hotdogs) in the reach in cooler not properly date marked to indicate preparation or discard date. CA: Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 4 and 5 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. PIC will properly date make food items.

Observed single use items such as carry out plates and bowl lids not stored in original wrapping to prevent contamination. CA: Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. PIC will properly store single service items.

Observed TCS food item such as potato salad in cold holding not being maintained at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. CA: 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 41°F (5°C) or below. PIC placed the food item in the RIC to rapidly cool.

Observed several TCS food items such as baked beans, ribs, and rib tips in hot holding not being maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. CA: 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 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above. PIC placed the food items in the microwave and reheated the items to 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Observed single use items such as bowls and carry out plates not being stored in original wrapping to prevent contamination. CA: Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. PIC wrapped the items in plastic.

Observed a hole in the wall under the three-compartment sink. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the hole repaired.

Observed several food items in cold holding not being held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, such as baked beans and potato salad. CA: 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 41°F (5°C). PIC placed the food items in reach in cooler to rapidly cool.

Observeed no ambient thermometer inside the reach in cooler. CA: n a mechanically refrigerated or hot food storage unit, the sensor of a temperature measuring device shall be located to measure the air temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit and in the coolest part of a hot food storage unit. PIC will provide the reach in cooler with a thermometer.

Observed the bottom of the back door not properly sealed. CA: 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: filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. PIC will make sure the bottom of the back door is properly sealed.

Observed dead roach in the main kitchen on the floor. CA: Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. PIC discarded the roach.

Observed a leak in the three-compartment sink plumbing. CA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law and maintained in good repair. PIC will have the leak in the three-compartment sink repaired.

Observed steam table pans and being stored on the 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: in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. PIC had the pans washed and sanitized.

Observed raw chicken being prepped in a sink that did not meet the general requirements for food contact surfaces. PIC was using a mop sink to prep raw chicken and PIC stated the mop sink is not used as a mop sink. CA: Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be made of materials that do not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food and under normal use conditions, and shall be safe, durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent. In addition, materials shall be sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated ware washing and shall be finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Materials shall be resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion and decomposition. PIC will use the three-compartment sink to prep raw chicken and will wash and sanitize before and after use.

Observed employee store personal beverage on prep table. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. PIC had employee move drink to the designated employee area.