Purpose

To ensure proper sanitation standards are maintained if the dish machine is temporarily unavailable.

Scope

Applies to all dishes and kitchen staff.

Procedure

  1. When the Dish Machine Fails

    1. Immediately notify the Kitchen Manager or General Manager.
    2. Place an “OUT OF SERVICE” sign on the machine.
    3. Contact EcoLab (or approved service provider) for repair.
      1. Important Contacts
    4. Record the issue in the Maintenance Log on Teams.
      1. Maintenance | WS Management | Microsoft Teams

  2. Switch to 3-Bay Sink Method

    The 3-bay sink must be used until the dish machine is operational again.

Sink Bay Purpose Process
Bay 1 Wash Use hot, soapy water (110°F minimum). Scrub all surfaces to remove debris and grease.
Bay 2 Rinse Use clean, warm water to rinse off soap residue. Change water frequently.
Bay 3 Sanitize Fill with approved EcoLab sanitizer at the proper concentration (check with test strips). Items must soak at least 1 minute.
  1. Drying
    1. Air-dry all dishes, utensils, and pans. Do not towel dry.
    2. Store only when fully dry to prevent bacterial growth.
  2. Verification
    1. Concentration should be checked every 2 hours using test strips.
    2. Results logged in the Sanitizer Test Record on the ThermoWorks app.
  3. Resuming Normal Operation
    1. Once EcoLab confirms repairs, test the dish machine’s sanitizer and rinse cycle before returning it to service.
    2. Remove the “Out of Service” sign and resume normal operation.

Corrective Action

Failure to follow the 3-bay sink procedure may result in corrective action and re-training for sanitation compliance.