The Breakfast Club

Observed soiled cutting board in the front food service handwashing sink at time of inspection.

Observed fruit flies throughout the entire facility.

Observed no high heat test strips for the high heat dishwasher. Observed expired test strips (12/2024) for the quaternary ammonium sanitizer. Observed no chlorine test strips available for the bleach at facility.

Observed food debris build up on wire racks in back kitchen.

Observed flooring throughout the kitchen to no longer be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Observed holes in the walls in the kitchen next to the ware washing machine. Observed holes in the ceiling of the back kitchen.

Observed employee phone stored on counter next to food prep. observed employee hat stored near clean dishware.

Observed no operational hand soap dispenser, at the handwashing sink behind the bar by the main grill.

Observed several food separation violations within the walk in cooler. Ready to eat produce was stored directly underneath raw ground corned beef hash on the rack. Observed raw whole cut steaks on speed rack stored below raw ground burger, pork and corned beef hash.

Observed raw fruits and vegetables to be stored on the ground in the walk in cooler.

Observed flooring throughout the kitchen to no longer be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Observed holes in the walls in the kitchen next to the ware washing machine. RCA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Observed clean dishes in dish area to be stacked before completely air-dried. Observed cups within the server's station next to the soda machine to be stacked prior to completely air-drying. RCA: All sanitized equipment and utensils shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food.

Observed build-up under soda concentrates in storage area. Observed flooring throughout the kitchen to no longer be smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable. RCA: All floors, walls, and ceilings shall be maintained in good repair.

Observed one employee coat to be stored in the dry storage area atop a box of single-use utensils. RCA: All employee items shall be stored in a designated area as to prevent food and food-contact contamination.

Observed rodent droppings in container of breading stored on main cook line above prep top cooler. Observed partially moldy tortillas stored in walk-in cooler.

Observed several food separation violations regarding the storage of raw foods and ready to eat (RTE) foods within the walk-in cooler. Observed raw ground chorizo, sausage, and Corned beef hash stored above raw whole cut steaks on speed rack. Observed raw shelled eggs were stored above other ready to eat foods (tomatoes, salsa, cheese, etc). Observed RTE hashbrowns stored next to raw shelled eggs. Observed raw sausage stored next to RTE gravy. Observed raw bacon stored over RTE foods. Inn walk-in cooler within Frozen Daiquiri facility, observed raw chorizo stored over raw whole cut pork shoulders and pickles stored next to raw bacon.

Observed four flats of raw shelled eggs stored on counter top without temperature control or indication of utilizing time as a public health control. Observed french toast mix (eggs and milk) and waffle mix (eggs) stored above the temperature safe zone of 41 degrees F on main cook line counter. Observed the prep top cooler not functioning proeprly or capable of maintaining the safe temperature of 41F or below and actively being used to hold TCS food items. Items included: ground beef, beef steak, sour cream, ham, tomatoes, pico de gallo. Observed swiss cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, and shredded cheese not properly stored in an ice bath and not being held at the safe temperature of 41F or below.

Observed TCS food being hot held below the safe temperature zone of 135 degrees F. Grits were observed in the warmer cabinet below the safe zone, where the cabinet ambient temperature was below the acceptable threshold.

Observed the heat sanitizing ware washing machine not reaching proper temperature to fully sanitize all utensils and equipment.

Observed build-up on baffle of ice machine. RCA: Food-contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.

Observed a bottle of medicine stored within clean dishes in dish pit area.

Observed breading stored in a container that was labeled to store dishwashing detergent.

Observed Person-In-Charge (PIC) not performing duties required by this Chapter and ensuring employees are properly trained in food safety as it relates to their job duties such as proper separation of raw and cooked items, proper stocking of handwashing sinks, proper holding temperatures of Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS), proper storage of employee medicine and the disposal of adulterated foods. An additional conversation was had with an employee regarding handwashing procedures which indicated hands were washed in the bathroom due to the absence of hand soap at the cook line sink. It is the responsibility of the PIC to ensure proper handwashing techniques in regards to when and where to wash are upheld to protect food safety.

At beginning of inspection, observed front hand sink to not have an operational hand soap.

Observed the certified food safety manager not fulfilling their responsibility to maintain food safety at all time during preparation and service due to the presence of multiple critical violations that directly impact food safety. RCA: 511-6-1-.03(3)(d) - Certified Food Safety Manager Responsibility 1. The responsibility of the CFSM shall include the safety of food preparation and service by ensuring that all employees who handle, or have responsibility for handling, unpackaged foods of any kind, have sufficient knowledge of safe preparation and service of the food. The nature and extent of the knowledge that each employee is required to have may be tailored, as appropriate, to the employee’s duties related to food safety issues.

Observed 4 uncovered teas within the reach in cooler. Observed on the main cook line uncovered grill oil, waffle mix and hash browns not in active use and not protected from overhead contamination. Observed bacon in hot holding cabinet not covered and not in active use.

Observed bulk containers of powdered sugar, cornmeal and flour stored on the floor of the back kitchen beneath the tea machine. All containers were dirty from floor splashes. RCA: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

Observed ice bath of food items stored on bar without proper protection from guests walking past the area and no protection from potential overhead contamination. RCA: Ice bath should be contained in an area that is protected away from guests and also protected from other sources of contamination.

Observed ham stored on a cutting board that was recently being portioned by employee with receipts resting atop food item.

Observed multiple employees actively cooking food on the front service line wearing watches. RCA: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - Jewelry (C) (g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.

Observed all front service employees actively cooking with hair longer than a half inch and not wearing any hair restraints. RCA: 511-6-1.03(5)(i) - Hair Restraints (C) (i) Hair Restraints. 1. 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.

Observed build-up within hand sink basin. Observed build-up in reach-in cooler that was not being used. RCA: All nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch.

Observed floors in front service area to be covered in build-up and not in good repair. Observed missing tiles in back kitchen area. RCA: All floors, walls and ceilings shall be maintained in good repair.

Observed one live roach and one fly in facility during inspection.

Observed fallen ceiling tiles near electrical panel that was missing the non-absorbent cover. Observed several missing tiles, pulled up laminate and exposed wooden beam on flooring of main kitchen, dish pit and main cook line. RCA: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.