Improper Food Storage and Handling in Kitchen
Penalty
Summary
Surveyors observed multiple instances of improper food storage in the facility's kitchen, including open and undated bags of tater tots, crinkle fries, and hot dogs in the freezer, as well as an uncovered box of garlic bread. The refrigerator contained two undated carry-out boxes with leftovers, one with cake and another with breakfast food. In the dry storage area, two cans with dents near the seals, containing apple pie filling and apple sauce, were found, and staff confirmed that dented cans were used in the facility. Additionally, a container of shredded cheese was found in the service line refrigeration that was outdated and had not been removed as required. Staff interviews confirmed these findings and acknowledged that food should be properly dated, sealed, and covered after opening, and that dented cans should be set aside for vendor return, as per facility policy. All residents in the facility were potentially affected, as they consumed food prepared in the kitchen where these deficiencies were observed.