Crowne Plaza Hotel - Inspection Report
Address:1301 Wyandotte St Kansas City MO 64105
Establishment Type:Restaurant/Deli
Phone No.:(816) 474-6664

Inspection details
Inspection Date26 November, 2014
Inspection TypeRoutine
Critical Violations11
Non-critical Violations14

Violation Details
Regulation Code
Reference
Violation & Comments
6-501.111
Effective pest control measures not in place *; and/or Dead or trapped pest not removed from traps at adequate frequency
CRITICALComply by : Nov 29, 2014
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed live and dead roaches in the bar area. Observed gnat activity in the warewashing area.
4-602.12
Cooking & Baking Equipment - The food-contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment are not cleaned at least every 24 hours and/or the cavities and door seals of microwave ovens are not cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure.
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed heavy grease build-up on unused Alto-Shaam in back storage area. Observed carbon and grease build-up on the ovens on the line.
3-304.12
In-use utensils not properly stored between uses
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed ice scoops stored directly on top of ice machine.
4-602.11
Eq. & Food-Contact-Cleaning Frequency - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned according to the Food Code.
CRITICALComply by : Nov 29, 2014
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed mildew build-up on the ice machine interior chute. Observed food debris on the slicer.
3-501.17
RTE PHF, Date Marking - Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours was not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALComply by : Nov 29, 2014
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed several items in walk-in cooler and small reach-in cooler on the line that were not date marked.
7-201.11
Separation, Storage - Poisonous or toxic materials are not stored in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALComply by : Nov 29, 2014
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed chemical stored on top of bottle beverages in dry storage area. Observed chemical spray bottle stored above single service items in dry storage area. Observed chemicals stored next to/above equipment on cook line shelves.
4-101.11
Utensils/food-contact surfaces not made of safe, durable, smooth materials*
CRITICALComply by : Nov 29, 2014
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed cracked lexan bins on the storage shelves.
3-304.13
Linens & napkins used in contact with food as prohibited by the Food Code
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed food stored on linens in grill drawer.
3-603.11
Consumer Advisory for Raw or Undercooked Food - The permit holder did not inform consumers by brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means of the significantly increased risk associated with certain especially vulnerable consumers eating animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, pork, poultry, or shellfish that is raw, undercooked, or not otherwise processed in raw or undercooked form.
CRITICALComply by : Nov 29, 2014
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed items on menu not properly marked with disclosure symbols on menu (i.e. fish and chips, burgers). Items that can be ordered raw or undercooked should be be marked with disclosure and reminder statements; items that are not undercooked should not be marked.
7-209.11
Storage-Personal Care Items - Employees did not store their personal care items in facilities as specified in the Food Code.
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed employee care items stored in drawer with bar equipment. Items moved.
6-501.110
Designated dressing rooms/lockers not used by employees
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed employee coats stored on equipment shelves by walk-in cooler. Observed employee purse on line, stored by equipment.
2-101.11
The Permit Holder shall require Food Employees and Conditional Employees to report to the Person In Charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through Food.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Person in charge was unable to located employee health policy on file. Explained and provided informational handouts to person in charge.
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at frequency to prevent buildup of residue
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed mold/dust on shelves in walk-in cooler. Observed build-up on the exterior of the bulk bins. Observed spillage on the rails of the speed racks. Observed dried food in the bottoms of unused hot holding equipment. Observed mildew build-up on the dish tray rail in the warewashing area.
4-601.11
Food Contact Clean to Sight and Touch - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils was not clean to sight and touch.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed debris on clean knives stored on magnets on the kitchen line and back prep area. Observed sticker glue/debris on clean dishes on the equipment shelves. Observed dirty pans stored in grill drawers.
3-202.15
Package Integrity - Food packages were not in good condition and did not appear to protect the integrity of the contents so that the food is not exposed to adulteration or potential contaminants.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed leaking, dented cans of pumpkin filling on the speed racks in the dry storage room. Observed leaking, expired cans of peppercorns. Can discarded.
4-204.113
Data plate/baffles/thermometers not on warewashing machines; and/or Heater/basket not present for manual heat sanitization
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed no operational data plate on high temperature dish machine.
5-205.15
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair *
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed no hot water at hand sink on the line. Person in charge called maintenance to repair. Observed leak under hand sink by the warewashing area. Person in charge called maintenance to repair.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair & adjusted per manufacturer's specs; and/or Scratched cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed ice build-up around the gaskets of the walk-in freezer. Observed missing hood vent panels on back line. Observed cracked wires on fryer baskets on the line.
4-501.14
Warewashing equipment not cleaned before use & every 24 hours; Warewashing machine not operated per data plate
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed calcium build-up on dish machine.
4-903.11
Equipment/utensils/linens not stored as specified in the Food Code
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed equipment stored on the floor in the back storage area.
3-501.18
RTE PHF, Disposition - Ready-to-Eat, Potentially Hazardous Food was not discarded in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed salad dressings that had been portioned into individual containers from 11/17. Items discarded.
4-904.11
Kitchenware/tableware not handled, displayed or dispensed to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces; and/or Soiled tableware not removed from eating areas
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed ice buckets not stored inverted. Observed food containers on line not stored inverted. Items adjusted.
3-305.11
Food is not stored as required by the Food Code
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed food storage on the floor in the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. Observed uncovered spice containers on the line. Spices covered.
4-601.11
Equipment not maintained free of encrusted grease/soil deposits
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed grease on the hood vents. Observed grease on the interior of the fryer cabinets on the line.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair & cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean
Comply by : Feb 24, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed debris on wall by the back handwashing sink (by walk-in freezer). Observed dust on ceiling by vents throughout kitchen. Observed splintering wood beam by shelves in dry storage area. Observed cracked wall board behind shelves in dry storage area. Observed debris/trash on floor in dry storage area. Observed mold on wall by warewashing machine, especially behind rubber mat attached to wall. Observed debris and trash on floor at warewashing area. Observed build-up on wall by mop sink. Observed clutter in side storage closet by mop sink. Observed build-up on wall by large tilt cooker. Observed cracked floor tile by the prep area/line. Observe grease on the floor and wall on the line. Observed residue build-up on the floor from the drainage pipe by the grill area.