Metro Albany Kitchen Inspections: Jan. 24-31, 2019
Inspections of restaurants and other eating establishments in metro Albany
Gypsy Crow
From Staff Reports
These establishments were inspected Jan. 24-31 by the Environmental Health offices of Dougherty, Lee, Baker, Terrell, Worth, Mitchell and Calhoun counties. To contact the health office, call (229) 438-3943.
DOUGHERTY
Jan. 31
TURNER ELEMENTARY, 2001 Leonard Ave.
Score: 96
Violations: Observed fume hood not clean to sight and touch. PIC will have fume hood cleaned. New Violation. Observed interior of ice machine not clean to sight and touch. PIC will have ice machine cleaned and sanitized. New Violation.
Remarks: Discussed cooling procedure. Discussed fans.
CULINARY ARTS/LOGISTICS EDUCATION CENTER ALBANY TECHNICAL COLLEGE, 1704 S. Slappey Blvd. Building K
Score: 100
ALBANY TECHNICAL COLLEGE/TITANS CAFE, 1704 S. Slappey Blvd.
Score: 97
Violation: Observed cloths for wiping counters and other surfaces in the facility that were not stored in chemical sanitizer solution at the proper strength. PIC made fresh sanitizer. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
Remarks: Discussed checking sanitizer concentrations with test strips daily. Discussed bulk bin labels.
Jan. 30
RUBY TUESDAY, 2626 Dawson Road
Score: 95
Violations: Observed multiple food containers uncovered when not in use. Discussed with manager, who agreed to have food containers covered and educate staff to keep them covered in order to protect from contaminants. New Violation. Correct by Jan. 30. Observed silverware and few dishes not stored in a way so as to prevent hand-to-lip contact. Discussed with manager. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
Remarks: +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit allowed for thermometer accuracy. Discussed Dumpster pick-up frequency. Discussed keeping thermometers in coolers and freezers within view.
STEAK & SHAKE, 718 N. Westover Blvd.
Score: 100
QUICKIE RESTAURANT, 1906 N. Slappey Blvd.
Score: 83
Violations: Observed no written procedure for the cleanup of vomit or fecal incidents on surfaces in the facility. Gave PIC another copy of the vomit/fecal incident form. New Violation. Observed TCS foods pasta salad and sliced cheddar not held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below in the walk-in cooler. PIC removed items. New Violation. Observed cloths for wiping counters and other surfaces in the facility that were not stored in chemical sanitizer solution between uses. PIC placed cloths in sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site. New Violation. Observed light bulbs in the walk-in cooler and freezer that were not shielded, coated or otherwise shatter resistant. PIC will have shields placed over the lights. New Violation.
Remarks: Discussed placing items in the front reach-in cooler until walk-in serviced.
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL, 2630 Dawson Road, Suite 1
Score: 100
Jan. 29
NEW BIRTH FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, 2002 Radium Springs Road
Score: 96
Violations: Observed fume hood not clean to sight and touch. PIC will have fume hood cleaned. New Violation. Observed interior of ice machine not clean to sight and touch. PIC will have ice machine emptied, washed and sanitized. New Violation.
HIBACHI EXPRESS, 2901 Meredyth Drive
Score: 95
Violations: Observed four food containers uncovered in cooler closest to the prep top station. Discussed with manager, who will have food containers covered and educate staff. New Violation. Correct by Jan. 29. Observed outside Dumpster was not closed on the side. Discussed with manager. Manager to have Dumpster closed and to ensure staff is made aware all openings need to be closed on Dumpster when not in use. New Violation. Correct by Jan. 29.
Remarks: +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit allowed for thermometer accuracy. Discussed shelf nearest the cold prep top area.
ALBANY STRIKERS, 1200 W. Broad Ave.
Score: 96
Violation: Observed the baffle in the ice machine was not clean to sight and touch. PIC will have baffle cleaned. New Violation.
Remarks: Discussed thermometers. Discussed light shields.
FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES, 2630 Dawson Road
Score: 100
Jan. 28
PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA, 1703 E. Oglethorpe Blvd.
Score: 93
Violations: Observed fume hood not clean to sight and touch. PIC will have fume hood cleaned. New Violation. Observed dispensing utensils stored in food with the handle in contact with food. PIC removed utensils. Corrected On-Site. New Violation. Observed water not under adequate pressure at handwashing sink. PIC has called a plumber to correct the problem. New Violation.
Jan. 25
LOS VAQUEROS MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 603 N. Westover Blvd.
Score: 92
Violations: Observed bar hand sink was not readily accessible. Measuring cups and blender container obstructing the area. Discussed with CFSM, who was to have dishes and blender washed, rinsed and sanitized then place them in separate sanitized area. New Violation. Correct by Jan. 25. Observed multiple reach-in cooler items and hot holding items uncovered when not in use. Discussed with CFSM. CFSM to cover items and educate staff. New Violation. Correct by Jan. 25.
Remarks: +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit allowed for thermometer accuracy. Discussed reach-in cooler nearest the hot holding section. Discussed ice scoop.
SUBWAY, 1103 N. Westover Blvd.
Score: 99
Violation: Observed outdoor garbage refuge (Dumpster) uncovered by one top lid and side doors not closed. Discussed with CFSM. CFSM to have Dumpster closed and educate staff to keep closed when not in use. New Violation. Correct by Jan. 25.
Remarks: +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit allowed for thermometer accuracy.
Jan. 24
EL VAQUERO, 3007 Kensington Court
Score: 100
LATIN FLAVOR MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 2427 Sylvester Road, Suite G
Score: 100
HARDEE’S No. 7, 436 N Slappey Blvd.
Score: 97
Violations: Observed a scooping cup in a bulk flour bin that did not have a handle to be stored above the top of the food. PIC removed the cup. New Violation. Observed the drain at the Dumpster enclosure was clogged so rainwater and other liquid wastes were not being disposed in an approved manner. PIC called a plumber to unclog drain. New Violation.
Remarks: Gave PIC a copy of the employee health policy, vomit/fecal incident clean-up procedure, food service rules, choking poster, hand washing signs and Certified Food Safety Manager course offerings. Drain at dumpster enclosure will need to be unclogged before permit can be issued.
LEE
Jan. 29
SONIC DRIVE IN, 2833 Ledo Road, Albany
Score: 94
Violation: Mold present on inside of ice machine. Advised PIC that machine should be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis. Repeat Violation. Correct Feb. 1.
Remarks: Discussed importance of maintaining clean ice machine. Discussed prep top cooler needing to be serviced due to some items being borderline on cold hold temperature and ice buildup in back.
CHICK-FIL-A, 1202 Highway 19 South, Leesburg
Score: 100
BIG CHRIS CATERING & TAKEOUT, 285 Highway 19 South, Leesburg
Score: 96
Violation: Observed no paper towels in dispenser at hand washing station. Manager replenished dispenser. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
Remarks: Discussed importance of making sure each handwashing station is regularly checked and always supplied with soap and paper towels.
WORTH
No inspections during period.
BAKER
No inspections during period.
TERRELL
No inspections during period.
MITCHELL
Jan. 31
CAPTAIN DON’S SEAFOOD, 185 McLaughlin St. S.W., Pelham
Score: 88
Violations: Foods cooked to order on menu not asterisked. Corrected On-Site. New Violation. Observed steak in reach-in cooler without date marking. Corrected On-Site. New Violation. Excessive grease build-up on and around fryers. Corrected On-Site. New Violation. Door to main kitchen left open while operating. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
Remarks: Mullet in walk-in cooler prepped just before inspection. Floor drains clogged causing standing water, needs to be repaired by next inspection.
Jan. 29
OLD COTTON STORE, 6177 Highway 93, Pelham
Score: 95
Violations: No CFSM employed by establishment. New Violation. No hand wash signage in restroom. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.
Remarks: Spoke with PIC about dry storage lighting and water sampling requirements. Ice received/obtained from R&R Ice Co. Baconton, Ga.
Jan. 25
WESTWOOD SCHOOLS, 255 Fuller St., Camilla
Score: 100
RIVERVIEW PLANTATION, 11991 Riverview Road, Camilla
Score: 100
CALHOUN
No inspections during period
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