Deficient Food Storage, Preparation, and Equipment Sanitation
Penalty
Summary
Surveyors observed multiple failures in the facility's kitchen regarding food storage, preparation, and equipment cleanliness. The ice machine and its scoop holder had visible brown stains, indicating they were not thoroughly cleaned. Cooking equipment, including a large bread toaster, microwave, and toaster oven, showed significant buildup of dirt and dried food stains both inside and outside. Two baking pans were also heavily stained with food residue. Additionally, a tea dispenser containing tea was left uncovered, exposing it to potential air-borne contaminants. Further observations revealed that food items in the refrigerator, such as a container of pears and a glass container of milk, were not labeled or dated after being opened. Several large cans of fruit salad and beans in dry storage were also not dated with the month, day, and year of receipt. Interviews with the Dietary Manager and Administrator confirmed awareness of these issues, and facility policies reviewed required proper cleaning, sanitization, and labeling of food items, which were not followed as observed.