Sanitary Violations in Kitchen Food Storage and Waste Management
Penalty
Summary
Surveyors observed multiple sanitary violations in the facility's kitchen, including a sticky floor, overflowing and uncovered trash bins next to the stove, and improper food storage practices. Specifically, food items such as fish wrapped in plastic wrap were found in the freezer without labels or dates, and other items like a bottle of pink Minute Maid lemonade, a tub of ice cream, and a bag of cookie dough were opened and undated. Dietary staff confirmed that all foods should be labeled and dated, the kitchen floor should be clean, and trash bins should not be overflowing or uncovered. The facility's Food Safety policy requires food to be stored and maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines.