Ihop #435

Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sinks next to grill and the warewashing area without paper towel or any hand drying provision. PIC stated that the shipment has not yet arrived. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels. COS: PIC placed paper towels near each hand sink.

Inspector notes: Observed Belgian waffle batter and one tub of pancake batter stored uncovered in prep top cooler by grill. The lid on one of the pancake batter bins was cracked in multiple places, leaving the batter open. Observed one metal bowl with pancake batter in it stored uncovered on counter near grill. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS: The PIC provided lids for each item listed.

Inspector notes: Observed frozen raw patties stored directly on rack in reach in freezer without any wrapping or container holding it. CA: (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; COS: The bottom patty touching the rack was discarded and the rest of the patties were placed in a clean, dry container to store in the reach in freezer.

Inspector notes: Observed chlorine sanitizer in ware washing machine reading below 50ppm while being used during inspection. CA: Chlorine concentrations shall be between 50ppm and 100ppm to properly sanitize utensils and equipment. COS: The unclean utensils were placed near 3-comp sink to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized. PIC told employees not to use ware washing machine until it is fixed. Email inspector completed work order for ware washing machine when repaired. Niasia.rouse@dph.ga.gov.

Inspector notes: Observed single service items (to go containers) in open boxes stored in an uninsulated area where the AC unit is located. CA: cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 3. 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. COS: PIC discarded the to go containers on the top, and closed bag and box. PIC stated that he will move boxes into a storage area that is separate f...

Inspector notes: Observed excess food build-up on the floors between equipment, appliances and in the floor of main kitchen area. CA: Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.