Denny's

Inspector's notes

-- Observed employee spray off and soak dirty dishes/utensils with hands, then start putting away clean dishes without washing their hands between tasks. The inspector educated to the employee the importance of proper handwashing after changing tasks multiple times, and they continued to handle both dirty dishes and clean dishes without handwashing between change of tasks. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. The person in charge had a conversation with the employee regarding hand washing requirements at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

-- Paper towel dispenser for hand sink near dishwashing area was not dispensing paper towels at the time of inspection. Reviewed hand sink requirements with the PIC: Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Requested the PIC replace batteries so that paper towels can dispense for hand washing at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Addl Notes: -- Soap dispenser for hand sink near dishwashing area not dispensing soap at the time of inspection. No soap available for hand washing in men's restroom at the time of inspection. Reviewed hand sink requirements with the PIC: Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. The PIC supplied hand sink station in kitchen with soap at the time of inspection. Requested men's restroom be supplied with soap at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

-- Multiple containers of shredded beef and diced beef steak observed thawing in stagnant water at the time of inspection. Reviewed approved thawing methods with the PIC: All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. The PIC placed items in walk-in refrigerator to continue thawing at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Ceiling tiles observed with water damage near cook line, holes on ceiling tiles from water damage. Missing cove bases at multiple areas throughout the kitchen and missing tile grout at cook line and around dish machine area. Hole on wall underneath the dry storage racks across from 3 compartment sink.

Inspector's notes

No thermometer inside cold holding unit at the cook line and server's station. All unit were working properly with ambient temperatures below 40*F. PIC stated that they will order refrigerator thermometers. Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Mechanical slicer observed with food debris between blades found stored as clean. Please ensure food contact equipment is properly cleaned and sanitized before being placed in clean storage for future use. Food contact equipment shall be clean to both sight and touch. PIC took slicer to 3 compartment sink for it to be properly cleaned and sanitized. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed there to be no molding around the door trim at the rear entrance door, exposing the inside of the wall and holes at some spots. Correct prior to next routine inspection. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

Core-6-501.112, C: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest ----- Observed 7 dead roaches (3 underneath dry storage racks, 3 under prep sink, and 1 under the dishwasher. Please clean these areas to remove pests. If additional pests are observed, please contact licensed pest control technician for service. PIC stated that the establishment increases their pest control visits to by-weekly instead of monthly during summer months. The most recent pest control visits were 05/19, 04/14, 3/29, 3/18. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Repeat Violation Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability ----- In multiple areas throughout the kitchen, observed partial or entire missing floor tiles, exposing the concrete underneath and collecting water, uneven walls and a missing ceiling tile. PIC stated they would put in a work order for repairs. Please ensure that all floors walls and ceilings are kept in good condition that allow them to be smooth and easily cleanable. Discussed integrated pest control. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability ----- missing floor tile grout throughout, exposing the concrete underneath and collecting water. PIC stated they would put in a work order. Please ensure that all floors walls and ceilings are kept in good condition that allow them to be smooth and easily cleanable Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Core-4-402.11, C: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing ---- Observed a gap between handwashing sink and wall by cook line and also a gap between prep sink and walk. Advised person in charge (PIC) that fixed equipment shall be sealed to wall to ensure proper cleaning. PIC stated they will have equipment repaired as soon as possible. :

Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. ---- Sliced ham, sliced turkey, sliced American cheese, and smoked ham observed with an ambient temperature range of 53-57*F while being cold held inside the refrigerated drawer below the flat-top grill. Thermometers were calibrated at time of inspection. The ambient temperature of the cooler was 51*F according to inspectors min/max. PIC advised staff to use other cold holding units. Discussed the temperature danger zone (range between 41*F and 135*F) with PIC. Cold holding temperatures for TCS foods must be at 41*F or below, eggs must be stored at 45*F or below. It was unclear as to how long the food was within the temperature danger zone, therefore it was discarded. Person in charge was aware that the unit was not working properly and stated that there is a work order to get unit fixed. Please do not use the unit until it can hold an ambient temperature of 41*F or below. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence ----- Observed live roaches by dishwasher area. The PREMISES shall be maintained free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Pest control records were reviewed and the establishment is currently on a monthly pest control schedule and the most recent pest control visit was 7/20/23 and 6/19/23. Advised PIC to increase the frequency of pest control applicator visits to help eradicate pests. Re-inspection in 10 business days to review pest control records and walk thru. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability ----- In multiple areas throughout the kitchen, observed partial or entire missing floor tiles, exposing the concrete underneath. Also observed deteriorating wall by dishwasher. Please ensure that all floors walls and ceilings are kept in good condition that allow them to be smooth and easily cleanable. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection