Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses

Priority Foundation-2-102.11(A), B) and (C)(1), (4)-(16), Pf: Demonstration; Demonstration of Knowledge - No personal with manager certification currently employed with establishment while priority violations were observed. Please obtain food safety manager certification prior to next routine inspection.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS - Ice machine observed with substantial build up of organic debris on left lower corner of deflector shield. PIC cleaned the surface of the deflector shield. Please ensure ice machine is cleaned frequently and thoroughly enough to prevent build up of organic matter or debris.

Proper date marking & disposition

Priority Foundation-3-501.17, Pf: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Date Marking - Pico de gallo and onion rings in kitchen refrigerator without date marks. PIC stated they were unsure of the preparation date and voluntarily discarded them. Please ensure all prepared /unpackaged TCS food items are date marked within 24 hours or preparation or opening of packaging.

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11, P: Separation-Storage - Spray bottle of Lysol stored on top shelf in pantry above plastic and paper goods such as plastic utensils in an open package. PIC moved Lysol to office where it will not be stored above any food or food contact equipment. Priority Foundation-7-202.11, Pf: Restriction-Presence and Use - Carpenter ant pesticide with spray arm applicator stored near hand wash station in bar. PIC removed the pesticide from the facility. Pesticides shall not be stored in food establishments and shall only be administered by licensed pest control technicians.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present; no unauthorized persons

Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence - 10-20 drain flies observed in floor sink and hole beneath floor sink near 3 compartment sink in bar area. PIC stated they will be closing up the hole within the next year. Until repairs are complete the hole will need to be maintained to prevent harborage of pests. Please have pest control administered to eliminate and maintain the area free of pests prior to re-inspection within 10 days.

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips

Priority Foundation-4-302.14, Pf: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices - Establishment uses a Chlorine sanitizer solution for cleaning food contact equipment but does not have any Chlorine sanitizer test strips. Please obtain and maintain a supply of Chlorine test strips prior to re-inspection within 10 days.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13, P: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap - Spray arm on 3 compartment sink hanging below flood rim of sink. PIC positioned spray arm on sink faucet to keep it above flood rim. Inspector advised shortening length of spray arm to ensure it is at least 1 inch above flood rim when left hanging. Please ensure at least a minimum of a 1 inch air gap is maintained between spray arm and flood rim of 3 compartment sink.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Core-6-403.11, C: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking - Personal food items stored in various areas in kitchen refrigerator without any distinction between personal and kitchen items. Please designate an area in refrigerator for personal food item storage prior to next routine inspection.