FOOD INSPECTION REPORT

CITY of BEAUMONT
Environmental Health Division
3040 College Street
Beaumont TX 77701
409-832-7463

Site Name: WAFFLE HOUSE

Completed By: Reina Sixtos At:8/13/24 11:31 am
Address: 3865 IH 10 S, BEAUMONT, 77705
Case Number: EHI2024-8423

Score: 82
3 Point Demerit
OUT 10. Food contact surfaces & returnables; Cleaned and sanitized at ppm/temp

Chlorine sanitizer @ 100 ppm

Observed build up inside ice machine.

228.113(1) 228.114(a)(5)(d). Cleaning of Equipment and Equipment, food-contact surfaces,

nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils. (D) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing
nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and
distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending
equipment: (i) at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (ii) absent manufacturer specifications, at
a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. (1) Equipment food-contact surfaces and
utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. (5) Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified
under §228.115(a) of this title, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not
time/temperature control for safety shall be cleaned.

IN 2. Proper Cold Hold temperature (41 F/45 F)

Walk-in cooler @ 39°F

Walk-in freezer @ 0°F
Upright coolers @ 36°F / 38°F / 36°F
Reach in cooler @ 38°F

Cold held temperatures:

Hash browns @ 41°F
Sliced ham @ 41°F
Mushrooms @ 39°F

IN 3. Proper Hot Holding Temperature(135 F)

Hot held temperatures:

Chili @ 174°F
Gravy a 178°F

2 Point Demerit
OUT 21. Person in charge present, demonstration of knowledge, and perform duties
 FOOD INSPECTION REPORT
CITY of BEAUMONT
Environmental Health Division
3040 College Street
Beaumont TX 77701
409-832-7463

Site Name: WAFFLE HOUSE

Completed By: Reina Sixtos At:8/13/24 11:31 am
Address: 3865 IH 10 S, BEAUMONT, 77705
Case Number: EHI2024-8423

Score: 82
Food manager could not provide certification.

§228.31. Responsibility. 228.33 (a) Except as specified in subsection (b) of this section, the permit holder
shall be the person in charge or shall designate a person in charge and shall ensure that a person in
charge is present at the food establishment during all hours of operation where food or drink is
manufactured, produced, processed, prepared, served or otherwise manipulated. (b) In a food
establishment with two or more separately permitted departments that are the legal responsibility of the
same permit holder that are located on the same premises, the permit holder may, during specific time
periods when food is not being prepared, packaged, or served, designate a single person in charge who is
present on the premises during all hours of operation, and who is responsible for each separate permitted
food establishment on the premises.

§228.33. Certified Food Protection Manager and Food Handler Requirements. (a) At least one employee
that has supervisory and management responsibility and the authority to direct and control food
preparation and service shall be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of
required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program.

OUT 22. Food Handler/ no unauthorized persons/ personnel

Employee could not provide food handler certifications.

228.33(d) (d) Except in a temporary food establishment and the certified food manager, (d) All food
employees, except for the certified food protection manager, shall successfully complete an accredited
food handler training course, within 30 days of employment. NOTE: Food Handler Certification is a
minimum requirement and shall be completed within 10 days. A certified food handler certification who
has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited
program. The Food Handler certification can be obtained at the following websites:
https://www.dshs.texas.gov/food-handlers/training/online.aspx

OUT 29. Thermometers provided, accurate, and calibrated; Chemical/Thermal test

Observed missing dishwasher temperature test strips.

Test strips may be purchased at Warren supply or Kommerical Kitchen.

Manual warewashing equipment, heaters and baskets. If hot water is used for sanitization in manual
warewashing operations, the sanitizing compartment of the sink shall be:
(1) designed with an integral heating device that is capable of maintaining water at a temperature not less
than 77 degrees Celsius (171 degrees Fahrenheit ); Pf [33] and
(2) provided with a rack or basket to allow complete immersion of equipment and utensils into the hot
water.

R 32. Food and Non-food Contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, construct
 FOOD INSPECTION REPORT
CITY of BEAUMONT
Environmental Health Division
3040 College Street
Beaumont TX 77701
409-832-7463

Site Name: WAFFLE HOUSE

Completed By: Reina Sixtos At:8/13/24 11:31 am
Address: 3865 IH 10 S, BEAUMONT, 77705
Case Number: EHI2024-8423

Score: 82
Observed rusted shelving inside walk-in cooler.

Rust must be removed from shelving or shelving must be replaced, within 10 days. Food products must
be stored in or on surfaces intended for food contact.

228.101(a)- (a) Characteristics. Materials that are used in the construction of utensils and food-contact
surfaces of equipment may not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or
tastes to food and under normal use conditions shall be:
(1) safe;
(2) durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent
(3) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated warewashing;
(4) finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface; and
(5) resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion, and decomposition.

IN 33. Warewashing Facilities; installed, maintained, used/Service sink or curb

Dish washer reaches 180°F

1 Point Demerit
OUT 34. No Evidence of Insect contamination, rodent/other animals

Observed gnats in dry storage area, bathrooms, and near floor drains.

Facility must exterminate for pests until pests have been eliminated. PIC was given three days to contact
a professional exterminator to come out.

228.186(k)(1-4) (k) Controlling pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be control to
eliminate 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 §228.204(b) and§228.208(b) and (c) of this title; and
(4) eliminating harborage conditions.

OUT 35. Personal Cleanliness/eating, drinking or tobacco use

 FOOD INSPECTION REPORT
CITY of BEAUMONT
Environmental Health Division
3040 College Street
Beaumont TX 77701
409-832-7463

Site Name: WAFFLE HOUSE

Completed By: Reina Sixtos At:8/13/24 11:31 am
Address: 3865 IH 10 S, BEAUMONT, 77705
Case Number: EHI2024-8423

Score: 82
Observed an employee not properly restraining their hair.
Observed an employee preparing food while wearing a watch.

228.43. Hair Restraints. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, food employees shall wear
hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair,
that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food ; clean equipment,
utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Employees may only wear sun
visors, if they are also wearing hairnets.

228.40. Jewelry Prohibition. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, while preparing food, food
employees MAY NOT wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands.

OUT 39. Utensils, equipment, & linens; properly used, stored, dried, & handled

Observed ice scoop stored improperly.

228.124 (1)(a-c) (a) Equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. (1) Except as
specified in paragraph (4) of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and
single-service and single-use articles shall be stored:
(A) in a clean, dry location;
(B) where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and
(C) at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor.

OUT 40. Single-service & single-use articles; properly stored and used

Observed single use items stored on the floor.

Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under subparagraph (A) of this
paragraph and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford
protection from contamination until used. (4) Items kept in closed packages may be stored less than 15
cm (6 inches) above the floor on dollies, pallets, racks, and skids designed as specified under $228. 106(v)
of this title.

OUT 42. Non-Food Contact Surfaces clean

Observed upright coolers were sticky to touch.

§228.113. Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact

surfaces, and utensils.
(1) Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
(2) The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease
deposits and other soil accumulations.
(3) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food
residue, and other debris.
 FOOD INSPECTION REPORT
CITY of BEAUMONT
Environmental Health Division
3040 College Street
Beaumont TX 77701
409-832-7463

Site Name: WAFFLE HOUSE

Completed By: Reina Sixtos At:8/13/24 11:31 am
Address: 3865 IH 10 S, BEAUMONT, 77705
Case Number: EHI2024-8423

Score: 82
OUT 43. Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Observed dust build up inside air vents.

228.186(d) Cleaning ventilation systems, nuisance and discharge prohibition. 228.104(1) Intake and
exhaust air ducts shall be cleaned, and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination by dust,
dirt, and other materials.

OUT 44. Garbage and Refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Observed dumpster missing a drain plug.

Observed dumpster doors were open upon arrival.

228.152(f)(1-2),(o) §228.152. Refuse, Recyclables, and Returnables, Facilities on the Premises. (f) Outside
receptacles. (1) Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables used with
materials containing food residue and used outside the food establishment shall be designed and
constructed to have tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers. (2) Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse
and recyclables such as an on-site compactor shall be installed so that accumulation of debris and insect
and rodent attraction and harborage are minimized and effective cleaning is facilitated around and , if the
unit is not installed flush with the base pad, under the unit. (o) Using drain plugs. Drains in receptacles
and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. NOTE:
DUMPSTER LIDS SHALL REMAIN CLOSED WHEN NOT IN USE.

IN 47. Other Violations

Total Demerits: 18 Received By:

Inspected By:

Print: Reina Sixtos

 FOOD INSPECTION REPORT
CITY of BEAUMONT
Environmental Health Division
3040 College Street
Beaumont TX 77701
409-832-7463

Site Name: WAFFLE HOUSE

Completed By: Reina Sixtos At:8/13/24 11:31 am
Address: 3865 IH 10 S, BEAUMONT, 77705
Case Number: EHI2024-8423

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