Rocky Point Care Center

During a concurrent observation and interview on 8/26/25 at 12:25 p.m. in the refrigerator area of the kitchen, the Food Service Manager (FSM) confirmed a plastic bin containing packages of previously frozen lunch meat was labeled on 8/17/25 for use by 8/18/25.

The FSM disposed of the lunch meat.A record review of the facility's policy titled, Procedure for Freezer Storage dated 2018, indicated .Once thawed.cured meats [curing involves adding salt and preservatives and is a common form of processing for lunch meats] to be used within 5 days. 4.

During a concurrent observation and interview on 8/26/25 at 12:30 p.m. in the freezer area of the kitchen, the FSM confirmed a package of frozen pancakes, and a package of frozen egg rolls did not have a received date on them.

The FSM stated the food items were improperly stored in the freezer.

The FSM stated that improper food storage increased the risk of food born illness for the residents and disposed of both items. A record review of the facility's policy titled, Procedure for Freezer Storage dated 2018, indicated, All frozen food should be labeled and dated. 5.

During a concurrent observation and interview on 8/26/25 at 12:20 p.m. in the kitchen during tray line, the FSM confirmed four trash containers were uncovered, including one that had trash overflowing on to the floor.

The FSM stated the trash containers should have been covered.

The FSM asked Dietary Aide B (DA B) where the lid to the trash container was. DA B stated he did not know where the lid was.A record review of the FDA Food Code 2022, Section 5-501.113, Covering Receptacles indicated, Receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE, recyclables.shall be kept covered: (A) Inside the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT if the receptacles and units: (1) Contain FOOD residue and are not in continuous use; or (2) After they are filled.

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