Denny's Restaurant #8734, 205 Nugget Ave, Sparks, NV - inspection findings and violations

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Name: DENNY'S RESTAURANT #8734
Address: 205 Nugget Ave, Sparks, NV
Total inspections: 6
Last inspection: 3/17/2016

Score
90

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Inspection findings	Inspection date	Type	Score
[1] In-use food; ice dispensing utensils properly stored Observed food scoops laying inside of food product containers during the inspection. Store ice/food scoops within separate clean container or in product with handle up to minimize hand contact with product. These items were addressed during the inspection. [1] Non-food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean Observed the following areas in need of cleaning: floors; walls; area under hood in cook line; inside of refrigerators; employee restrooms. Non food contact surfaces of equipment dirty. Observed the steel cutting glove with a build up of debris.All non food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean. [5] Cross connection; back siphonage; backflow Observed a y-valve on the mop sink faucet. The y-valve should be removed or quick release attachments should be installed to prevent the potential contamination of the water system. The facility contact removed one of the hoses during the inspection leaving only one possible flow through of water. [1] Installed; maintained Must have hot and cold water under adequate pressure with no leaks. Repair the following items to ensure that all sinks are free of leaks and drain properly.-Observed hand sink along cook line slowly draining with a leak in the drain line.-Observed a leak in the drain line of the 3-compartment sink. [1] Floors; constructed; drained; clean; good repair; covering installation; dustless cleaning methods Floors dirty. Clean thoroughly to prevent vermin attraction and maintain sanitary conditions. Womens employee restroom floor in need of repair. Repair the area behind the toilet to maintain a smooth; durable; and easily cleanable surface. [1] Lighting provided as required; fixtures shielded Adequate lighting not provided in the server prep area reach in refrigerator under the salad make up station. Provide sufficient lighting to ensure food protection and proper cleaning. General Comments that relate to this Inspection Observed the following food product and unit temperatures:-Apple crisp 125F (cooling for 15 minutes).-Cold holding: tomatoes 41F; waffle batter 30F; sausage 40F; liquid ultra pasteurized eggs 41F.-Final cook temperatures: hamburger 165F; egg 172F-Hot holding: french toast 170F; masthed potatoes 156F; oatmeal 175F; beans 166F; beef chili 188F.-Cook line freezer: 2F.-Cook line cold holding: ham 36F; steak 40F; chicken 39F; ham 37F; sliced tomatoes 41F; fish 32F; liquid eggs 39F; raw hamburger 36F.-Hot holding: sausage 155F; potatoes 165F.-Walk in refrigerator: raw hamburger 30F; unit 34F.-Waiter station cold holding: cake batter 37F; sliced melon 40F; ranch dressing 36F.-Dessert reach in refrigerator: unit 41F.-Dairy reach in refrigerator: unit 36F.-Salad make up unit: 36F. Dairy dates good. Discussed employee health policy and if staff has gastrointestinal illness (vomiting/diarrhea) they may not work for at least 48 hours after symptoms have stopped.Discussed no bare hand contact with ready to eat foods policy. Facility has a pest control company come out once per month and more often if issues are noted. No pest control issues noted during inspection.Trash area okay.Undercooked food advisory on menu. Alcohol advisory not posted; facility has been provided with an alcohol advisory.Sanitzer bucket concentration at 300 ppm quat.Dishwasher sanitizer concentration at 100 ppm chlorine.Hand sinks stocked.Chemical storage good. Ensure that all spray bottles are labeled appropriately.Ice machine and scoop storage good.Single service item storage good.Dry storage of food products good.Employee handwashing good.Discussed proper use of steel glove.Facility has not had any staff take the Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) exam and not pass within the last year.Facility has two additional CFPMs:-Ryan P. Kenney; M120261; exp: 4/25/2017-James G. Blair; National Register of Food Safety Professionals 20930948; exp: 1/7/2019.	3/17/2016	Routine Inspection 1st	90
General Comments that relate to this Inspection No violations noted @ time of inspectionHandsinks were all fully stockedWalk-in Refrig. @35FWalk-in Frzr @-2FAll Reach-in Refrig.'s were <40FReach-in Ice cream Frzr @4FTemps noted:Raw Sausage patties @37FRaw burger patties @38FRaw Chicken Breasts @35FRaw T-bone steak @37FRaw fish fillet @38FHot held items:Chicken soup @158FChili and beans @163FCooked and plated bacon omlette - temp'd - 168FCooked and plated sausage and eggs - temp'd - 176F**Cooked and plated Cheeseburger - temp'd - 201FAll condiments wre <40FAll Dairy currentAll prep tables were found cleanWaitress station was clean and organizedAll scoops and handle were stored correctlySanitizer buckets throughout - tested - 200 ppm QuatSanitizer dishwasher used for utensils - tested - 100 ppm ClCustomer and employee restrooms were clean and stockedObserved frequent handwashing throughout inspect - Great Job !!!	5/27/2015	Routine Inspection 1st	100
General Comments that relate to this Inspection The following items were checked:Cold-held Ham steaks @36FSausage Links @38FRaw Hamburger @37FRaw Turkey Burger @37FPre-cooked Bacon @38FScrambled Egg mix @35FH-held pre-cooked baconH-held Country Potatoes @148FH-held Broccoli cheddar soup @177FH-held Sausage gravy @162F**All kitchen handsinks were fully stocked and frequently used by employeesFood prep surfaces were cleanSanitizer buckets in place - tested - 200 ppm QuatSanitizer Dishwasher used - tested - 100 oom ClWalk-in REfrig @36FWalk-in Frzr @2FAll Reach-in Refrig. were <40FIce cream Frzr. @4FAll condiment containers were clean and <40FEmployee Restrooms were clean and stockedCustomer Restrooms were clean and stocked	5/22/2014	Routine Inspection 1st	100
General Comments that relate to this Inspection All violations from the last inspection have been correctedShelving across from the grill near the handsink have a tendency to become greasy; need to deep clean this on a routine basis to reduce grease build up and reduce vermin attractionSanitizer buckets were being changed during the inspectionDishwasher 100 ppm ClFood storage goodAll floors in walk-in cold holding units are clean Towel dispenser on cook line was replaced with a new; clean unit	6/7/2013	Routine Reinspection 1st	100
[1] Non-food contact surfaces: designed; constructed; maintained; installed; located Observed grease forming on the surfaces in the shelving under the cook line near the hand sink. Need to degrease and clean to prevent vermin and/or inspect attraction. Suggest cleaning and degreasing on a more routine basis. Also observed film of dirt on the bottom of the towel dispenser where the towels come out of the machine near the cook line hand sink; need to deep to prevent cross contamination. Suggest replaceing mouse trap under cook line handsink with a new one as the old one is accumulating grease on the outside. [1] Floors; constructed; drained; clean; good repair; covering installation; dustless cleaning methods 350) Floors dirty. Clean thoroughly to prevent vermin attraction and maintain sanitary conditions. Observed debris and food debris under the racks in the back dry storage; under the racks in the walk-in fridge and freezer. Will need to deep clean the floors in these areas. Suggest cleaning on a more routine basis; especially under the racks. General Comments that relate to this Inspection Handsinks clean and stocked besides issues listed above Dishwasher 100 ppm ClSanitizer buckets 400 ppm Quat; ensure all staff know how to test Quat based sanitizer and know the minimum required sanitizer levels (200 ppm Quat)Food storage goodAll food dated and coveredNo signs of vermin or insects in facility or in sticky traps throughout the facility All fridges <=41FFreezer <0FGravy on cook line; 160FDipper wells clean with amble running waterIce machine clean/ice scoop storage goodIce scoop storage for ice bins good	5/20/2013	Routine Inspection 1st	98
General Comments that relate to this Inspection Notes:Walk in cooler @ 40 f. Condensation units in good condition.Walk in freezer @ 0 f. All products frozen.Reach in coolers @ 38-40 f throughout facility.Drawer coolers 40 f. Handsinks opeational - all stocked properly.3 compartment sink operational - no leaks in plumbing. Dishwasher operational - sanitizing at 50ppm.Walls; Ceiling; Floors - ok - no repairs needed. Mop sink area - ok.Trash area - ok.Where needed replace light bulbs by 3/14/12.This facility will need a deep cleaning by 3/14/12 the following must be cleaned:1. Observed food debris inside reach in coolers. Clean and wipe out on regular basis.2. Wipe down all walls where food stains are present.3. Clean all surface of equipment. 4. Clean and sanitize employee area - observed food stains on wall; dust grease buildup on laptop. 5. Clean all handsink around faucet areas. Observed food debris on turn on handles.All items above must be completed by 3/14/12. Reinspection to be conducted on 3/15/12.Will be a risk category 3 facility.	3/7/2012	Routine Inspection 1st	100

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