Courtyard by Marriott Savannah

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the hand sink at the bar area. RCA: PIC shall ensure hand sinks are stocked with paper towels at all times.

Inspector notes: Observed slime-like build-up on the interior baffle of the ice machine. CA/COS: PIC directed employee to empty, washed, rinsed and sanitized ice machine at a frequency to prevent build-up.

Inspector notes: Observed the reach-in cooler used for sauce storage to have an accumulation of old food debris at the bottom of the unit. Observed the reach-in freezer to have an accumulation of old food debris at the bottom of the unit. Observed walk-in cooler racks to have a white, residue-like buildup. Observed the prep-top unit to have old food debris accumulated in the crevices of the unit. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets located beneath the prep-top area to have an accumulation of old food debris. RCA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Inspector notes: Observed the bar hand sink being used as dump sink with ice and a glass stored in the basin. CA: Glass was removed. RCA: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

Inspector notes: Observed slime-like build-up on the interior baffle of the ice machine. RCA: PIC shall ensure the ice machine is emptied, washed, rinsed and sanitized at a frequency to prevent build-up.

Inspector notes: Observed the bar dishwasher not pulling chlorine sanitizer. Levels were reading 0ppm. RCA: PIC shall contact the chemical service rep. to service the unit. Dishwasher shall not be used until repaired.

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the back hand sink in the main kitchen. RCA: PIC shall ensure hand sinks are stocked with paper towels at all times.

Inspector notes: Observed no testing strips for the QUAT sanitizer at the 3 compartment sink, main kitchen high heat dish washer, and front bar chlorine dishwasher. RCA: PIC shall obtain test strips for all methods of sanitization within the facility.

Inspector notes: Observed single use sauce containers being used as scoops and left the food product (salsa, salt). Observed a scoop with handle stored in brown sugar with the handle in the food product. CA: Scoops were removed from food product. RCA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container.

Inspector notes: Observed plates on the expo line with no overhead protection. RCA: Advised PIC of "dummy plate" system to have wrapped plates cover and provide overhead protection from contamination for dishware. Cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored in a clean, dry location where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination.

Inspector notes: Observed food items in the reach-in freezer (chicken wings, french fries, and grilled chicken) without lids. RCA: PIC shall ensure during brief pause in food preparation that food items are covered.

Inspector notes: Observed bleach, pinesol, and buffet burners stored over and next to food product in the dry storage. Observed equipment cleaner and Lysol spray stored in cabinet next to single service cups and lids. CA: Items moved from food and food service items. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use article

Inspector notes: Observed moldy/rotten tomatoes and strawberries in the walk-in cooler. Observed rotten celery in the reach -in and walk-in coolers. Observed liquid eggs held past use by date of Oct. 23, 2024. CA: PIC had staff discard all items. Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented.

Inspector notes: Observed slice turkey in container without date marking. CA: Items were discarded. Ready to eat items shall be discarded if they do not bare a prep date or discard date.

Inspector notes: Observed salsa and shredded cheese held in reach-in cooler without date marking. Items were prepped the day before and held over 24 hours. CA: Staff placed proper date labels on food items. Ready to eat food shall be labeled with a preparation date or discard date not to exceed 7days from preparation.