Denny's

Inspector 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

Inspector 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

Inspector 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

Inspector 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 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 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

Inspector 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