HAPPY GREEK GRILL & BAR, 660 N High St, Columbus, OH 432151547 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: HAPPY GREEK GRILL & BAR
Address: 660 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215-1547
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: Nov 5, 2012
Score
(the higher the better)

100

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Inspection findings

Inspection Type

Inspection Date

Inspection Score
(the higher the better)

  • Each handwashing sink did not have a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder or bar soap.
Standard Inspection Aug 24, 2010 99
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Aug 24, 2010 100
  • Food-contact surfaces were dirty.
  • In-use utensils are improperly stored.
  • Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by separation from raw animal food.
  • The light intensity was not at least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 centimeters) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
  • The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary.
Standard Inspection Feb 10, 2011 87
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Feb 10, 2011 100
  • Food storage equipment is not cleaned frequently enough.
  • Handwashing sink is being used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • In the dry storage areas, concrete, porous blocks, or bricks used for indoor wall construction were not finished and sealed to provide a smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable surface.
  • In-use utensils are improperly stored.
  • Time/temperature controlled for safety foods were being held at temperatures above 41 °F (5°C)..
  • Unsafe food was not discarded or properly reconditioned
Standard Inspection Jun 16, 2011 82
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Jun 16, 2011 100
  • Each handwashing sink did not have a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder or bar soap.
Standard Inspection Jan 10, 2012 99
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Jan 10, 2012 100
  • A chlorine sanitizing solution was being used improperly.
  • A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed.
  • A quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution was being used improperly
  • Handwashing sink is being used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Pesticide was applied by a person who is not a Certified Applicator.
  • Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature controlled for safety food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is not properly date marked.
  • The floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings were not designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.
  • The light intensity was not at least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 centimeters) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
  • Working containers of food are not properly labeled.
Standard Inspection May 3, 2012 71
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point May 3, 2012 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Followup Inspection May 17, 2012 100
  • Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, single-service articles, or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination.
  • Cloths that were in use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces were not being held between uses in a chemical sanitizer.
  • Each handwashing sink did not provide individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; or a heated-air hand drying device.
  • Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order.
  • Food is not protected from cross-contamination.
  • Materials that are used to make single-service or single-use articles did not meet required specifications.
  • Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed.
  • Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. [multiple violations]
  • Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
  • Pesticide was applied by a person who is not a Certified Applicator.
  • The floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings were not designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.
  • The licensor has cause to believe that food is adulterated or misbranded This food is embargoed until its disposition can be determined.
  • The light intensity was not at least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 centimeters) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
  • The operator is not using an effective method for cooling.
  • The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary.
  • Time/temperature controlled for safety foods were being held at temperatures below 135 degrees F [or a roast was being held below 130°F].
  • Unsafe food was not discarded or properly reconditioned
Standard Inspection Oct 17, 2012 54
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Oct 17, 2012 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Followup Inspection Oct 26, 2012 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Followup Inspection Nov 5, 2012 100

Violation descriptions and comments

Aug 24, 2010

Updated Green Food Safety Placard
Talked to Adrian
Food temps, cooler temps were on target
Ice machine and exhaust hood clean
Dishmachine sanitize with chemical. Strips were used to test concentration
Discussed Major Food Allergens and sick leave in case some one is ill with foodborne illness

Aug 24, 2010

I: Person in charge explained policy on handling sick employees and the symptoms of an employee that would prevent him/ her from handling foods.
II: Personal cleanliness was satisfactory.
III: Each hand wash lavatory was supplied with hand soap and disposable towels. Kitchen employees wore hair restraints and properly used single use gloves. Observed staff washing hands at various times when task changed
IV: Observed the person in charge was knowledgeable of food safety and code compliance based on responses to food safety questions. Talked to Adrian
VI: Observed food being thawed under refrigeration.
V: Foods are from approved source
VII: All temperatures taken met the standards of the Ohio food code.
VIII: Potentially hazardous foods being held in refrigeration for more than 24 hours were properly date marked.
IX; Consumer Advisory was documented on menu
XI: Raw animal products were segregated according to species. Raw animal products were separated from ready to eat foods. Foods were properly covered in storage.

Feb 10, 2011

TALKED TO ADRIAN
50PPM CHLORINE SANITIZER FOR DISHMACHINE
UPDATED GREEN FOOD SAFETY SIGN

Feb 10, 2011

CONSUMER ADVISORY LISTED
PERSON IN CHARGE KNOWLEDGABLE OF FOOD SAFETY ND SANITATION
COOLING EXPLAINED

Jun 16, 2011

Talked to Adrian and Michelle
Dishwasher low temp sanitizer Chlorine 25 ppm
Home style stove has been disconnected to be removed
Coolers 41 or below

Jun 16, 2011

II: Personal cleanliness was satisfactory.
III: Each hand wash lavatory was supplied with hand soap and disposable towels. Observed staff washing hands at various times when task changed When
IV: Observed the person in charge was knowledgeable of food safety and code compliance based on responses to food safety questions. Talked to Adrian
VI: Observed food being thawed under refrigeration
V: Foods are from approved source

IX: Consumer Advisory is documented on menu.

XI: Raw animal products were segregated according to species. Raw animal products separated from ready to eat foods. Foods were properly covered in storage
XV Observed thermometer for measuring temperatures in facility for food
Sink behind prep line can be used for prep since a hand washing sink has been install by drink station
Remember do not dump anything in handwashisy sink
happy greek. com is email address

Jan 10, 2012

TALKED TO ADRIAN
DISHWASHER 50PPM CHLORINE
UPDATED GREEN FOOD SAFETY SIGN

Jan 10, 2012

CONSUMER ADVISORY POSTED ON MENU
ASKED HOW FOODS ARE COOLED OPERATOR SAID IN SHALLOW PANS AND PUT IN LARGE CONTAINER AFTER COOLED
RAW WAS SEPARTED FROM READY TO EAT
OBSERVED REHEATING AT TIME OF INSPECTION. COMPLETED HEAT WAS 189

May 3, 2012

PIC - Adrian; updated green sign
Critical violations shall be corrected by the follow-up inspection or this facility will be referred to supervision for enforcement action.

May 3, 2012

All critical control points, as listed on the back of this page, were discussed with the operator
VIII - Date Marking (-) Observed a container of cooked soup in the walk-in cooler that was no labeled with a 7-day discard date. Once soups are cooked, cooled and held in the walk-in cooler they shall be labeled with a 7-day discard date so that they can be safely used without contamination with bacteria (Listeria monocytogenes). The soup container was properly labeled during the inspection. CDC Risk Factor 4 - Unsafe Source.
XII - Chemical (-) Observed a bottle of pesticides in the facility. Only individuals that are commercially licensed pesticide applicators are permitted to use pesticides in a food establishment. The operator discarded the bottle of pesticides during the inspection. CDC Risk Factor: Other - Foreign Substances

May 17, 2012

All critical violations listed on the previous inspection report have been corrected. Thank You! Prior to the next inspection the dry storage area in the basement shall be adequately lit.

Oct 17, 2012

PIC - Adrian
- The inspection report was discussed with the person-in-charge.
- The green "INSPECTED" sign was updated.
- Critical violations shall be corrected by the follow-up inspection or this facility will be referred to supervision for enforcement action.

Oct 17, 2012

Discussed CCP’s with the person-in-charge.
TCS= time/temperature controlled for safety foods.
XI. Protection from contamination (-) In the glass reach-in cooler observed raw meats that were stored above cooked foods. Raw meats shall be stored below cooked foods to prevent cross-contamination. All cooked foods were stored above raw meats during the inspection. CDC Risk Factor 4 – Unsafe Source
VII. Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold Holding (-) Observed rice in a steam well held at 98 F. Hot, cooked foods shall be held at 135 F or above to prevent bacterial growth. The rice held at 98 F was voluntarily discarded by the operator during the inspection. CDC Risk Factor 1 – Improper Holding Temperatures
A food employee placed a hot covered container of cooked food directly in the walk-in cooler. The operator shall ensure food items are properly cooled to prevent the potential growth of toxin forming bacteria. The food items were properly cooled during the inspection. CDC Risk Factor 4 – Improper Holding Temperatures
XII. Chemical (-) The operator is applying an aerosol pesticide in the facility. Pesticides shall only be applied by licensed pesticide applicators in Ohio. The operator agreed to discontinue the use of pesticides in the facility. CDC Risk Factor: Other – Foreign Substances
I. Employee Health (+) Management is aware and has a policy regarding employee health situations

Oct 26, 2012

PIC - Adrian
- The eleven packages of Macaroni #2 are no longer embargoed and can now be used in the facility.

Nov 5, 2012

PIC - Adrian
- The inspection report was discussed with the person-in-charge.
- All violations listed on the previous inspection report have been corrected. Thank You!

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