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The findings of the kitchen inspection, conducted 08/17/23, are documented in this report. The survey was conducted to determine compliance with the OARs 411-054-0030 for Residential Care and Assisted Living Facilities for Resident Services- Meals, and Oregon Health Service Food Sanitation Rules OARs 333-150-0000.

The findings of the re-visit to the kitchen inspection of 08/17/23, completed on 11/16/23, are documented in this report. The survey was conducted to determine compliance with the OARs 411-054-0030 for Residential Care and Assisted Living Facilities for Resident Services - Meals and Oregon Health Service Food Sanitation Rules OARs 333-150-0000.

The findings of the second revisit to the kitchen inspection of 08/17/23, conducted 01/25/24, are documented in this report. It was determined the facility was in substantial compliance with the OARs 411-054-0030 for Residential Care and Assisted Living Facilities for Resident Services- Meals, and Oregon Health Service Food Sanitation Rules OARs 333-150-0000.

Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined the facility failed to maintain the kitchen in a sanitary manner in accordance with Food Sanitation Rules, OAR 333-150-000. Findings include, but are not limited to:

Observations of the kitchen on 08/17/23 at 3:05 pm showed the following were in need of cleaning and/or repair:

* Debris and spills were noted inside multiple drawers and cupboards throughout the kitchen and wait station;

* Black discoloration and accumulation was noted along the cove baseboard and flooring underneath the counter area at the front of the kitchen;

* A piece of black duct tape was noted on the metal edge of the counter across from the microwave;

* The cutting board surface along the steam table had cuts, scrapes and stains. Two cutting boards, one green and one blue, were significantly worn with rough surfaces, stains and/or deep cuts in the boards;

* A waffle iron had significant residue on the outer surface and dark build up on the inner surface;

* Shelves throughout the kitchen, wait station and dry storage had dark spills, drips or dust accumulation on shelf surfaces. Green shelving units had significant dust accumulation along the surfaces holding clean dishes;

* Significant debris and crumbs were accumulated on the top of the dishwashing machine and dust accumulation was noted along the underside of the machine and on the attached metal box. The inner wall, nearest the opening to the dish cleaning area, had large amounts of accumulated dust/webs;

* Dust and grease accumulation was noted in sections on the ceiling near the sandwich station, steam table and dish cleaning area;

* Two long cracks were noted across the middle of the flooring in the wait station. The flooring was pulling apart and small chunks of flooring were missing near the edges of the cracks;

* Two floor fans had dust accumulation on the vent surfaces, one in the kitchen and one in the wait station; and

* Grease splatter and accumulation were noted on the flat surface located above the hood vents.

The need to ensure the kitchen was kept clean and in good repair was discussed with Staff 1 (General Manager) on 08/17/23. The staff acknowledged the findings.

Dining Room Supervisor, Executive Chef and Administrator had a staff meeting to review current side work duty list, update to reflect areas listed in SOD and also review deficiencies from survey. All noted areas have since been cleaned or are scheduled to be deep cleaned by 9/15/2023. Side work duty lists have been revised.

Dining Room Supervisor and/or Executive Chef will collectively conduct weekly audits of waitstation and kitchen.

Areas that will be included in their weekly inspection include: flooring, cabinetry, cupboards, racks, shelving, baseboards, countertops, cutting boards, equipment such as waffle irons, fans, dishwasher, hood vents, ceiling and walls.

Administrator and/or Designee will conduct monthly audits of Kitchen and Waitstation.

All new Cutting boards were purchased on 8/18/23 by Administrator. Receipt attached. Executive Chef will be responsible for monitoring wear on cutting boards during weekly audits.

Flooring company was contacted on 8/18/23 and again on 8/21/23 in regards to scheduling a walk through and discussion regarding flooring repairs. Arden Olson Flooring is the company that does the repairs and they are located near Portland, Oregon so scheduling will likely be pushed out due to their travel and schedule. Administrator is also aquiring repair quotes from ServiceMaster for flooring cracks. A walk through with ServiceMaster was conducted on 8/24/23 to inspect cracks in floor.  Currently awaiting on vendors.

Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined the facility failed to maintain the kitchen in a sanitary manner in accordance with Food Sanitation Rules, OAR 333-150-000. This is a repeat citation. Findings include, but are not limited to:

Observations of the kitchen on 11/16/23 at 11:00 am showed the following were in need of repair:

* A piece of white duct tape was noted on the metal edge of the counter across from the microwave; and

* Two long cracks were noted across the middle of the flooring in the wait station. The flooring was pulling apart and small chunks of flooring were missing near the edges of the cracks.

The need to ensure the kitchen was kept in good repair was discussed with Staff 1 (Administrator) on 11/16/23. The staff acknowledged the findings.

After several attempts of contacting the flooring company they have scheduled the repairs for the cracks for Sunday, December 10th, 2023.

Executive Chef and Administrator will monitor flooring on at least monthly basis for cracking after repairs are complete.

Metal area in kitchen - tape has been removed from corner and the sheet metal has been screwed into the wall by 11/20/23. Cooks have been advised that tape is not a cleanable surface. Executive Chef will monitor this area weekly during weekly inspections.  

Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure its kitchen inspection survey plan of correction was implemented and satisfied the Department. Findings include, but are not limited to:

Refer to C 240.

Refer to C240