Cold Hold (41 F/45F) "Improper Cold Holding: Internal air temperature of prep-cooler in kitchen is approx. 52F. Temperature of raw eggs & shrimp inside unit is between 46-54F. ( All potentially hazardous food items must be stored at 41F or less at all times. Repair unit so that an internal air temperature 41F or less is maintained at all times, even when lid is open) Red Tag" |
Sound Condition "Observed ""Potato Whitener"" on seasoning shelf along main prep-line. ( Do not use ""Potato Whitener"" or any other item which may alter the appearance of the food)" |
Cross-contamination of Raw/cooked foods/Other "Cross Contamination: Observed shrimp, cooked & raw being stored inside cooler with raw beef, & pork. Observed raw beef stored directly above open mesh bags of produce inside walk in cooler. ( Do not store any raw egg or meat items above or in direct contact with any produce or ready to eat food items)" |
Approved Systems (HACCP Plans/Time as Public Health Control) No labels on cooked items in cooler such as beans & rice. ( All items held over 24-hrs must be properly labeled with prep & removal dates. One week shelf life is allowed) EX: Beans 11-29-12 / 12-5-12 |
Handwashing Facilities Adequate and Accessible Hand wash sink next to ice maker blocked with mop bucket. ( Keep all hand wash sinks clean & free f any items at all times. Do not block hand wash sinks) |
Handwashing Facilities With Soap and Towels No paper towels at hand wash sink next to ice maker. ( Provide soap & paper towels to all hand wash sinks at all times) |
Toxic Items Properly Labeled/Stored/Used "Observed a can of stainless steel cleaner stored directly above open mesh bags of onions. ( Do not store any medications or chemicals above or in direct contact with any food, single service items or food contact surfaces)" |
"Approved Sewage/Wastewater Disposal System, Proper Disposal" Manager admitted to dumping mop water outside down drain instead of in mop sink. ( Do not dump mop water outside. Only dump mop water into to the approved mop sink) |
Food Contact Surfaces of Equipment and Utensils Cleaned/Sanitized Observed dried food residue & build up on can opener tip. Observed mildew & build up inside ice maker & soda nozzles. ( Clean can opener daily after each use. Clean soda nozzles daily. Clean ice maker weekly) |
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