Grotto

March 11, 2013 · Fail
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  • official resultFail
  • resultFail
  • inspection typeEating & Drinking
  • failed findings24
  • critical findings4

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Failed findings

  • Approved Sourcecritical
    Inspector note: Wild Mushrooms being served. Discontinue
    code 01-3-201.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Separation Segregation Cross Contaminationcritical
    Inspector note: Seperate all raw animal products from ready to eat foods. Raw ground beef stored with raw eggs.
    code 08-3-302.11/3-304.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • PIC Performing Dutiescritical
    Inspector note: All food handlers must be properly trained in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties. Review cooking temperatures with food handlers.
    code M-2-103.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Non-Compliance w/Employee Health Policycritical
    code M-2-201.11/.14 .15*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Food Contact Surfaces Clean
    Inspector note: Clean can opener
    code 22-4-601/602.11** · serious findingstatus: Fail
  • Insects Rodents Animals
    Inspector note: Evidence of rat droppings at trash area - Provide full extermination by licensed exterminator and intergrated pest management report to include the exterior of premises.
    code 35-6-501.111/.115** · serious findingstatus: Fail
  • Food Container Labels
    Inspector note: Label all bulk food containers
    code 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Food Protection
    Inspector note: Raise mixer 6" above the floor • Remove all articles from above ice machine. • Replace all broken and cracked food containers
    code 08-3-305-307.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Clean Cloths Hair Restraint
    Inspector note: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints
    code 13-2-304/402.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces
    Inspector note: Chipped paint and rust on file cabinet • Remove all foil and cloth liners from shelving and equipment throughout • Replace broken door gaskets on 2 door refrigeration unit.
    code 15-4-202.16* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Test Kit Provided
    Inspector note: Provide chlorine test kit
    code 17-4-302.14* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize
    Inspector note: Properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution. Seperate cloths used for Raw animal products Ready to eat products and non food contact. Observed food handler wiping cutting board with dirty cloth.
    code 21-3-304.14* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
    Inspector note: Clean can opener stem and bracket
    code 23-4-602.13* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage
    Inspector note: Remove cloth towels from pans.
    code 24-4-903.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Improper Storage of Re-usable Utensils
    Inspector note: Preset tableware not protected from elements.
    code 24-4-904.11AB* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Re-use of Single Service Articles
    Inspector note: Glasses not inverted
    code 26-4-502.13* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage
    Inspector note: Post signage reminding employees to wash hands before returning to work at all hand wash sinks.
    code 32-6-301.11-02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Adequate Number Frequency Vermin Proof
    Inspector note: Provide covers for trash receptacles throughout
    code 33-5-501.13-.17* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Outside Storage Improperly Maintained
    Inspector note: Remove all debris unused and unnecessary articles from exterior of establishment
    code 34-5-501.111/.115* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Improper Maintenance of Floors
    Inspector note: Replace all broken cracked and missing floor tiles. Resurface wooden areas.
    code 36-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • premises not properly maintained or cleaned
    Official wording: Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
    Inspector note: Clean walls and resurface throughout
    code 37-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Inadequate Lighting
    Inspector note: Provide adequate lighting throughout
    code 38-6-303.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Premises Maintained
    Inspector note: Remove all personal items
    code 42-6-501.113/.114* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Anti-Choking
    code 590.009(E)* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on July 31, 2012: 17 findings appeared for the first time. 7 findings recurred. 5 previous findings did not recur.

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