HOUSE OF HETTIE MAE CAFE

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P- *Observed - Raw Beef Patties on a sheet tray stored above multiple RTE foods. *CDI - PIC removed Raw Beef Patties. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C) *Observed - open container of Milk dated 09/05/25. PIC stated milk was used to make Mac n Cheese on open date and they haven’t used it since and forgot about it. *CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded item. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. *Observed - Standing RIF unable maintain foods frozen. Outer digital thermometer displaying 22F. Food within unit 30-31F. PIC contacted company to repair unit. Company arrived onsite during end of inspection to repair unit. PIC discarded all opened pre-packaged foods and cooked foods past 7 day date mark to ensure food safety.

4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf . Observed small diameter probe thermometer not in working order. Vr required. For information on how to properly calibrate a thermometer, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: https://youtu.be/IxXix712KkI

2-301.14 (F) Wash hands during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination, and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks. -P -Observed employee pick soiled item up off ground then proceed to handle clean equipment . CDI, employee washed hands.

5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. - Observed hand sink very slow draining. Vr to ensure accessibility of handwashing sink. ;

3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P - Observed open container of taziki sauce with date of preparation of 6/29/24. CDI, taziki sauce voluntarily discarded. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .

7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P - Observed hand sanitizer stored with food condiments. CDI, sanitizer relocated for proper storage.

4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed a small non-commercial refrigerator being used to store chicken. REPEAT

4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf - Observed no color indicated for test kit on for bleach. CDI, test kit provided.

4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed a small non-commercial refrigerator being used to store chicken. REPEAT

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate frozen raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods when the package is opened. -P Observed open packages of raw chicken and fish were stored above hot dogs in the reach-in freezer. CDI - Items were moved to the correct order.

3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed open containers of Marinara and Mango Salsa date marked from December, 2023. CDI - Items were discarded. REHS educated PIC on TCS vs. Non-TCS foods. Repeat

4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed a small non-commercial refrigerator being used to store chicken.

5-501.16 (C )Provide waste bins in required areas including at handwash sinks. Observed no trashcan available for the kitchen hand sink.

3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P. Observed previously frozen and thawed gyro meat in low reach in dated 7-17. Meat was opened/frozen on 7-17 and thawed on 8-17. Observed mozzarella cheese dated 7-31 in low reach in. CDI - PIC added thaw date to gyro meat and voluntarily discarded mozzarella. 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf. Observed cooked pasta in RIC with no date mark. CDI - PIC added date mark. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .

4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed cracked and missing piece of sidewall in interior of ice machine.

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation Observed raw bacon stored above cut cabbage. CDI - PIC rearranged storage order. 3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation Observed unwashed cabbage stored above bread, chopped cabbage, and bologna. 3-304.11 (A) Food shall only contact surfaces of properly cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils. -P. Observed heads of cabbage stored directly on shelf inside the RIC with no protective barrier. Heads of cabbage were removed from shelf.

7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed spray can of Microban cleaner stored in rack above prep sink. CDI PIC moved can. EHS advised PIC that Microban should not be used on food contact surfaces or equipment. PIC stated she only uses it on front register counter.

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed raw shell eggs in cartons stored over ready-to-eat foods in prep cooler. CDI-Items rearranged.

3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . Observed passion “salsa” containing heat treated plant food and opened fresh mozzarella curds past discard date. CDI-PIC voluntarily discarded items. Discussed date marking requirements with PIC.

3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed bin of chicken breader, and squeeze bottles of vegetable oil and water without label.

4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed single service items stored on the floor.

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P OBSERVED buttermilk and liquid eggs temping above 41F. CDI. Items were discarded. REPEAT.

3-307.11 Protect food from contamination sources not specifically noted by code. OBSERVED condensation leaking from the vents above the preparation table. Work order has been put in.

3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. OBSERVED wiping cloth on prep unit cutting board.

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P OBSERVED, in the lowboy, packaged bologna and liver mush not reaching 41F. CDI. PIC discarded both items.

3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf OBSERVED chopped tomatoes that were prepared yesterday that were not dated. CDI. PIC placed a date on the container.