The Melting Pot - Inspection Report
Address:450 Ward Parkway Kansas City MO 64112
Establishment Type:Restaurant/Deli
Phone No.:(816) 931-6358

Inspection details
Inspection Date27 January, 2017
Inspection TypeRoutine
Critical Violations5
Non-critical Violations11

Violation Details
Regulation Code
Reference
Violation & Comments
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at frequency to prevent buildup of residue
Comply by : Apr 27, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed dust buildup in reach-in true cooler and on fan blades of fan in warewash area.
6-303.11
Lighting intensity not adequate in food prep, storage & service areas
Comply by : Apr 27, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Non adequate lighting in walk-in cooler.
4-101.11
Utensils/food-contact surfaces not made of safe, durable, smooth materials*
CRITICALComply by : Jan 30, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed excessive rust on clean dish rack outside the warewashing area. (FACILITY IS REQUIRED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR SHELVING WITHIN 90 DAYS)
7-202.11
Restriction - Poisonous or toxic materials that are not required for the operation and maintenance of a food establishment, such as for the cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and utensils and the control of insects and rodents, are allowed in the food establishment.
CRITICALComply by : Jan 30, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a can of bug fogger in employee restroom. (Repeat Violation)
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 : Jan 30, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed gnats throughout establishment. Excessive in dry storage area.
3-307.11
Food not protected from contamination by another source
Comply by : Apr 27, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed dust buildup in walk in cooler on fan above exposed foods.
2-401.11
Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco - An employee was seen eating, drinking, or using a form of tobacco in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; unwrapped single-service and single-use articles; or other items needing protection could result.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed open employee beverage stored with food in reach-in cooler. Employee discarded. Corrected on site.
6-202.11
No protective shielding on light bulbs over exposed food/utensils/equipment
Comply by : Apr 27, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed unshielded light in warewashing area.
6-501.18
Maintaining & Using Handwashing Facilities - Handwashing facilities are not kept clean, maintained and/or used as specified in the Food Code.
Comply by : Apr 27, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed bottle of sanitizer stored on handwash sink in bar area.
2-402.11
Hair restraints & clothes that cover body hair not worn by employees
Comply by : Apr 27, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed food handler without beard guard.
3-304.12
In-use utensils not properly stored between uses
Comply by : Apr 27, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed scoop without handle stored in pineapples in reach true in cooler. Observed scoop without handle stored in dry seasoning on shelf near reach in true cooler.
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 date-marking stickers on clean dishes. Employee placed in dish washer area. Corrected on site. Observed debris on dishes stored on clean dish rack and on silverware in holders near tea dispenser. Employee placed in dish washer area. Corrected on site.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair & adjusted per manufacturer's specs; and/or Scratched cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded
Comply by : Apr 27, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed ice buildup on condenser in Walk-in Freezer.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair & cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean
Comply by : Apr 27, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed standing water in the walk in cooler. Observed build up on the floors in the walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
6-301.14
Handwashing Signage - A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands is not provided at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees and/or is not clearly visible to food employees.
Comply by : Apr 27, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION: Provide handwashing signage at all handsinks and handwashing lavatories used by food employees and that are clearly visible to food employees.
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed handwash sink in bar area and in men's restroom without handwash signs.
6-301.12
Hand Drying Provision - Each handwashing lavatory or group of adjacent lavatories is not provided with Individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; or a heated-air hand drying device.
Comply by : Apr 27, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed handwash sink at bar without papertowels.