Kitchen Area Not Maintained in Safe and Functional Condition
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain the kitchen food cart storage area in a safe and functional condition, as evidenced by direct observation of significant physical damage and uncleanliness. The walls in the kitchen storage area were found to have scuffed marks, deep scratches, scrapes, and broken sheetrock, including a fist-sized hole and exposed metal grate. The main door was damaged with split wood, and door frames had chipped paint and were dirty. The floor was dirty, with chipping material exposing concrete, and in the mop area, floor tiles were missing and the floor drain cover was absent. These deficiencies were confirmed through interviews with the Regional Dietary Manager and Maintenance Director, as well as documented evaluations by the Registered Dietician and Regional Dietary Manager, all indicating that the condition of floors and walls was unsatisfactory and repairs were pending.