Unsanitary Food Storage and Preparation Conditions Identified
Penalty
Summary
Facility staff failed to maintain sanitary conditions in the kitchen, as required by facility policy and professional standards. During an observation, multiple items intended for food preparation and service were found to be unclean. Specifically, all examined coffee mugs, several coffee and water pitchers, dinner plates, drinking glasses, sheet pans, frying pans, and a cooking pot were noted to have visible food particles, grime, or removable films. Additionally, all serving carts inspected had significant accumulations of dirt and food debris, and the walk-in freezer contained a large, dried, sticky substance on the floor and shelf. The entire kitchen floor was also observed to have a moderate to large amount of dirt and debris. Interviews with the Dietary Manager, Dietician, and Dietary Consultant confirmed that these dirty items were in circulation and ready for resident use. The Nursing Home Administrator also acknowledged that the kitchen floor and all items used for preparing, cooking, and serving food were not clean at the time of inspection. No information was provided regarding specific residents affected or their medical conditions.