F0812

D

Improper Storage of Opened Refrigerated Food Item in Dry Goods Pantry

Ganado, Texas Survey Completed on 02-25-2026

Penalty

No penalty information released

Summary

Surveyors identified a deficiency in food storage practices when an eighteen-ounce jar of marmalade labeled "refrigerate after opening" was found stored in a non-refrigerated dry goods pantry after it had been opened and partially consumed. During observation in the kitchen, the opened jar remained in the dry storage area instead of being placed under refrigeration as required by the product label. In interviews, a dietary staff member confirmed the marmalade had been improperly stored and acknowledged it should have been refrigerated but could not explain why it had not been. The Dietary Manager also confirmed that the opened marmalade, which required refrigeration after opening, was stored in the dry goods pantry instead of being refrigerated. Review of the facility’s 2012 "Food Storage and Supplies" policy showed that all facility storage areas were to be maintained in an orderly manner that preserves the condition of food and supplies.

This deficient practice was determined to have the potential to affect all residents who consume meals and/or snacks provided by the facility, as it involved improper storage of a food item used in resident meal service.