Smoothie King

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display — Inspector Note: Observed 10+ containers of frozen strawberries stored directly on the floor in main kitchen near reach in freezers and back door. C/A: food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. COS: PIC moved containers to reach in cooler.

Posted: Permit/Inspection/Choking Poster/Handwashing — Inspector Note: Observed non-current inspection report (2024) posted. C/A: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.

Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled — Inspector Note: Observed several plastic containers stored wet stacked on dish rack in main kitchen. C/A: cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying

Insects, rodents, and animals not present — Inspector Note: Observed 3+ insects inside of main kitchen above prep sink and near dish rack. C/A: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule Note: PIC provided pest control records.

Food stored covered — Inspector Note: Observed several containers of protein powder, milk powder, gladiator powder stored uncovered and unprotected on prep table in main kitchen. C/A: Food shall be stored covered to protect from contamination except during cooling. COS: PIC covered all containers.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized — Inspector Note: Observed interior roof of main kitchen ice chest with black buildup. Observed interior ice chute and baffle of main kitchen ice machine with black buildup. C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Note: PIC cleaned interior roof of ice chest and ice machine baffle during inspection.

Posted: Permit/Inspection/Choking Poster/Handwashing — Inspector Note: Observed inspection report from 2024 posted for public display. CA: Ensure the most recent inspection report is always posted for public display to allow customers to review the report.

Food stored covered — Inspector Note: Observed multiple containers of protein powder, milk powder, gladiator powder, and peanut butter stored uncovered on prep table in main kitchen area. CA: To prevent contamination, food items must be stored covered when not in use. COS: PIC covered all containers.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized — Inspector Note: Observed food employees only rinse dirty blender containers for use without washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. CA: Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use after cleaning. COS: Blender containers placed for proper warewashing.