Kirby G's Diner and Pub

Observed black build up on the side of the interior surface of the ice machine. Advised PIC to clean the black build up from the side of the machine (COS).

Observed raw chicken breast stored in the lowboy cooler with an expiration date of 4/6. Advised PIC to discard the chicken (COS).

Observed (2) plastic containers with cracks/bad repair for food items. Advised PIC to discard the containers.

Observed the floor fan and the front of the AC unit in need of cleaning due to a thick accumulation of dust.

Observed the floor tile in need of repair in several areas in the kitchen.

Observed the unisex restroom vent and the vent over the vegetable prep sink in need of cleaning.

Observed the door sweep on the entrance/exit door in the kitchen in bad repair. The door sweep must be replaced to properly prevent bugs or pests from entering into the kitchen.

511-6-1.07(2)(m) - 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;

(ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and

(iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.

2. The requirements in paragraph 1 of this subsection does not apply if a food service establishment opens into a larger structure, such as a mall, airport, or office building, or into an attached structure, such as a porch, and the outer openings from the larger or attached structure are protected against the entry of insects and rodents.

3. Exterior doors used as exits need not be self-closing if they are:

(i) Solid and tight-fitting;

(ii) Designated for use only when an emergency exists, by the fire protection authority that has jurisdiction over the food establishment; and

(iii) Limited-use so they are not used for entrance or exit from the building for purposes other than the designated emergency exit use.

4. 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:

(i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens;

(ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or

(iii) Other effective means.

5. The requirement in paragraph 4 of this subsection does not apply if flying insects and other pests are absent due to the location of the establishment, the weather, or other limiting condition.

Observed condensation leaks on both reach in coolers at the bar and also the reach in cooler in the kitchen. The reach in coolers are the bar has a heavy presence of rust. The rust will need to be treated and cleaned. If the rust continues to be an issued then the units will need to be replaced. Please have the units serviced to see if the drain lines are clogged or leaking. Make sure to keep the units clean and dry.

Observed the lid on the prep top unit in bad repair. The lid will need to be fixed or replaced.

Observed the rubber gaskets (2) on the reach in cooler at the bar in need of replacing. The door is not closing properly.

Observed (2) red cutting boards in need of replacing due to deep cuts and stains. The cutting surfaces will need to be replaced.

Observed (2) presses for the fryers with wire hanging out. The presses must be discarded and replaced. PIC stated that they have new presses.

Observed personal items stored on a hook in the dry storage room near the replacement drink syrup boxes. Items were removed and placed in a designated area for employees (COS).

511-6-1.07(4)(b) - Designated Areas for Employee Activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (C) (b) Designated Areas for Employee Activity.

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.

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.

Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit in the reach in cooler in the kitchen and int he double door cooler near the ice machine. All food items were discarded (COS).

Observed expired potato salad (1/14), tomato sauce (1/8), sliced onions (2/18), and Pico de Gallo in the reach in cooler. All items were discarded (COS). Instructed PIC to make sure all food items are rotated and discarded when expired.

Observed opened food items with dates (whole milk, sour cream, shredded cheese, and sliced cheese). Instructed PIC to ensure that a date is placed on all food products with the opened date being day 1 for the food items. All opened and prepped food items have a 7 day shelf life.

Observed water/beer nesting on the bottom floor of the draft beer cooler near the 3-compartment sink at the bar. Please have the unit service to see if one of the drain lines are clogged or leaking. Make sure to keep the units clean and dry.

Observed the lid on the prep top unit in bad repair. The lid will need to be fixed or replaced.

Observed the rubber gaskets on the reach in cooler at the bar in need of replacing. The door is not closing properly.

Observed (2) red cutting boards in need of replacing due to deep cuts and stains on both boards. The boards can be resurfaced or replaced.

Observed a thick accumulation of old food debris under the lid of the prep top unit on the hot line. Also, inside of the reach in cooler connected to the prep top unit.

Observed a thick accumulation of black debris inside of the draft beer cooler. Please clean both coolers interior surfaces and the doors.

Observed the floors in need of cleaning behind the stove and on the side of the 3-compartment sink.

Observed some stained ceiling tile in the kitchen that will need to be cleaned or replaced. Also, the floor in bad repair at the bar. The floor will need to be properly sealed.

Observed the baseboards coming down near the front ice cream bar area. Please reseal.

Observed (1) light bulb out on the ventilation hood system.

12C. Observed wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between use.The manager corrected during the inspection.

17D. Observed the hood and filter system above the cooking station in need of cleaning due to accumulated dust and grease.

Observed the mop sink being used as a dump sink. Ice and drinks from the bar are being dumped in the mop sink. Make sure to use the mop sink for utilities purposes ONLY!

Observed (2) cutting boards in need of replacing due to deep cuts and brown/yellow stains. Please replace the cutting boards.

Observed the beer coolers with water/beer nesting on the bottom. Please clean regularly.

Observed ceiling tile in the kitchen with some dust debris and some with a brown stain that needs to be cleaned.

Observed the ventilation system/HVAC vent over the hand sink with rust. Please replace or paint the vent.

Observed (1) light out over the ventilation system.

11D. Missing thermometers for several cold holding units.

17C. Observed missing base boards on floors walls in the food prep service area.