Ben's Fast Food Restaurants, Inc.

3 findings recorded on Sep 10, 2026. 2 marked corrected on site.

1. Violation recordedItem 14A ↗

   Utensil storage

   Observed scoop stored inside container of pear salad with the handle touching the food in cooler drawer in main kitchen area. Corrected on site - scoop removed from container.

   Inspector’s full note

   Inspection item: In-use utensils: properly stored

   Code 511-6-1.04(4)(k)

   Observed scoop stored inside container of pear salad with the handle touching the food in cooler drawer in main kitchen area. Corrected on site - scoop removed from container. 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a); 4.In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes; 5. In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or 6. In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b)3(vi). Corrected On-Site. New Violation.

   Official report · Item 14A ↗

   Marked corrected on site

2. Violation recordedItem 14C ↗

   Single-use article storage and use

   Observed boxes of single-service cup lids stored on the floor of the dry storage area in the basement. Corrective action - PIC advised to provide additional shelving or some other means to keep single-service items from being stored on the floor.

   Inspector’s full note

   Inspection item: Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

   Code 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3

   Observed boxes of single-service cup lids stored on the floor of the dry storage area in the basement. Corrective action - PIC advised to provide additional shelving or some other means to keep single-service items from being stored on the floor. 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - Single-Service/Single-Use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (C) (e) 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: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 3. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. New Violation. Correct By: 09/13/2026

   Official report · Item 14C ↗

   Correction status not recorded

   Correct by Sep 13, 2026

3. Violation recordedItem 17D ↗

   Ventilation and lighting

   Observed cell phone stored on prep table in the main kitchen area. Corrected on site - PIC relocated cell phone away from food prep surfaces.

   Inspector’s full note

   Inspection item: Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

   Code 511-6-1.07(4)(b)

   Observed cell phone stored on prep table in the main kitchen area. Corrected on site - PIC relocated cell phone away from food prep surfaces. 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - Designated Areas for Employee Activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (C) (b) Designated Areas for Employee Activity. 1. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. 2. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. Corrected On-Site. New Violation.

   Official report · Item 17D ↗

   Marked corrected on site

Correction status comes from the dated report. Later changes may not be recorded here.