Jna Caterer's

1212 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA
Catering
Last inspected: Oct 31, 2024
50
Score
High Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Jna Caterer's, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Oct 31, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around 10 violations each.

“Insects, rodents & animals not present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Jna Caterer's latest score of 50 falls below the Philadelphia average of 72. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

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Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 31, 2024
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: Food facility Person in Charge not able to provide documentation that catered foods delivered for NOMO/afterschool program are from an approved source. New Violation.
46.211
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed insecticides or rodenticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the basement storage area at the top of the steps. Corrective action: Raid foggers discarded during the inspection.
46.1026
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Chlorine chemical sanitizer residual detected in the final sanitizer rinse cycle of the low temperature sanitizing dishwasher was 0 ppm, and not 50-100 ppm as required. Sanitizer line was broken in half. Person in charge worked on fixing the dishwasher during the inspection.
46.674(d)(e)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent activity observed in the establishment. The following were observed: -Mouse feces on the floor beneath the stairs in the dry storage area in main kitchen on the shelf beneath the food prep table. -Mouse feces was observed on the floor in the rear of the warewashing area where maintenance tools are stored and near the water heater.
46.981(k)(l)
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Food dispensing utensil in the flour observed in direct contact with food and not having handle stored above the top of the food. New Violation.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Galvanized hoods observed on first and second floors. (Variance Request rec'd) -Handwashing sink in the food prep area is not sealed to the wall. -Inoperable/unused equipment observed in prep areas. -Dishwasher is leaking sanitizer; tubing broken. -(Ref. 46.501) Reach-in refrigerator/freezer combination is not NSF/ANSI approved. (personal use)
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning required: -Debris observed on floors in the walk-in refrigerator and freezer. -Mouse feces observed on shelf beneath the table in the food prep/warewashing area. -Walk-in freezer door and gaskets soiled. -Debris observed on table beneath oven.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Broken faucet observed on the warewashing sink.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Brooms and dust pans observed stored directly on the floor rather than elevated. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
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Aug 14, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (soup), prepared in the food facility, and located in the walk-in refrigerator, was not date marked. New Violation.
46.441(5)(6)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Dish racks with build-up on them are in use. Remove the build-up through thorough washing and sanitizing, or purchase new racks. Dishes and glasses may not be in contact with soiled racks after running them through the dishwasher.
46.712
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning required: -Debris observed on floors in the walk-in refrigerator and freezer. -Debris observed in the light covers beneath exhaust hood.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Broken faucet observed on the warewashing sink. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning required: -Build-up and liquid observed on the floor beneath the dishwasher. -Accumulation of food debris observed under the cooking equipment. -Remove all mouse feces from the floors. -Remove unused items, broken items and items that are not necessary for business operations or maintenance from the establishment. -Dead cockroaches and dead mice on traps observed in basement; cleaning required. -Dead cockroach observed on the floor beneath shelving near entry door of kitchen. -Accumulation of grease observed on floor in fryer cabinet. -Stains observed on ceiling in dry storage area and spatters observed on wall. -Stained ceiling tiles observed in the establishment. -Floor cleaning is needed in the area behind the counter in the main dining room.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: -Lighting intensity in the food prep area was 157 to 419 rather than the 540 lux required. (exhaust hood lights on) -Lighting intensity in the warewashing area was less than the 220 lux required.
46.943
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the establishment. The following were observed: -Mouse feces on the floor beneath the stairs and beneath the racks in the dry storage area in main kitchen. -Mouse feces was observed on the floor in the rear of the warewashing area where maintenance tools are stored and near the water heater. -Mouse feces observed on floor in area behind stage where soiled linen is stored. -Dead mice and cockroaches were observed in the basement.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Galvanized hoods observed on first and second floors. -Handwashing sink in the food prep area is not sealed to the wall. -Inoperable/unused equipment observed in prep areas. -Dishwasher is leaking. -(Ref. 46.501) Reach-in refrigerator/freezer combination is not NSF/ANSI approved. (personal use)
46.671
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May 20, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in the men's toilet room. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous ready to eat food (potato salad), prepared in the food facility, located in the reach-in refrigerator, was not date marked. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. City certificate was not observed. New Violation.
46.103
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: -Clean cups observed in a dish rack with build-up on it. -Slicer that has not been used today has food residue on the food contact surfaces. Please ensure that the slicer is taken apart, washed, rinsed and sanitized at least every four hours during use. New Violation.
46.712
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent activity observed in the food prep storage area and warewashing area. Mouse feces observed on floor beneath stairs in prep area and on the display freezer in the warewashing area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Food dispensing utensil in the flours observed in direct contact with food and not having handle stored above the top of the food. New Violation.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Two microwaves observed in the facility are not NSF approved. (personal use) New Violation.
46.673
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks quaternary sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. New Violation.
46.634
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Cleaning required: -Mouse feces observed on display freezer. Freezer needs to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. -Debris and build-up observed in ovens. Debris observed on oven kick-plates. -Debris observed on tables/shelving holding grills and oven. -Dust observed on fan cover in the reach-in refrigerator. -Debris observed on floors in the walk-in refrigerator and freezer. New Violation.
46.714
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Receptacle containing trash should be closed with tight-fitting lids. All cans observed open. New Violation.
46.881
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Ceiling observed in disrepair above the exhaust hood. -Cove base missing from floor/wall junctures in food prep and warewashing areas. -Bare wood observed in bar area. (Not in use) -Peeling paint observed at ceiling in the warewashing area. -Peeling plaint observed on floor in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Some static dust and grease observed on hood filters, light covers and pipe beneath exhaust hood. New Violation.
46.981(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jna Caterer's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jna Caterer's on file is from Oct 31, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jna Caterer's?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jna Caterer's.

Has Jna Caterer's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jna Caterer's have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Jna Caterer's means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.