Failure to Ensure Beard Coverings Worn During Food Preparation
Penalty
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Summary
A staff member with a beard was observed preparing pureed bread and vegetables in the kitchen without wearing a beard covering, as required by facility policy. The Dietary Manager was present in the kitchen during this time but did not ensure the staff member wore the appropriate beard restraint. The staff member continued to prepare and puree food for the noon meal without donning a beard cover, despite acknowledging that facility policy mandates beard coverings when preparing food. The facility's Food Safety and Sanitation policy, dated 9/17/23, specifies that beard restraints should be worn at all times during food preparation.