Taco Bell #20674, 565 Lancaster Dr Se, Salem, OR 97302 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Taco Bell #20674
Address: 565 Lancaster Dr Se, Salem, OR 97302
Phone: (503) 363-2066
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: Mar 29, 2013
Score
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100

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  • Boxes of cups stored on bottom shelf
  • Employee drink not covered without straw on storage shelf
  • Floor soiled around equipment
  • Walk in door soiled, fan unit and ceiling in walk in soiled
Semi-Annual Oct 27, 2006 90
  • Exterior of equipment soiled, door and handles to walk in soiled
  • Floor soiled
  • Inside reach in has food build up
  • Sauce bags in contact with soiled hand wash paper towel
  • Three compartment sink facet leaking
Semi-Annual Apr 12, 2007 91
No violation noted during this evaluation. Semi-Annual Nov 19, 2007 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Reinspection Oct 28, 2008 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Complaint Nov 3, 2008 100
  • Cardboard piled on floor in front of rear entrance.
  • Floors in food prep areas soiled; Floor in walk-in freezer soiled.
  • Prep-line coolers have water pooled inside; not working properly.
  • Prep-line surfaces soiled.
  • Single use lids, oil, taco shells, and boxes of gloves stored on the floor in back area.
  • Single-use plastic cup used as scoop in large containers of sugar/cinnamon.
  • Thermometer on exterior of walk-in cooler not working properly; no other thermometers present in unit.
Semi-Annual Nov 10, 2008 91
  • Cabinets damaged under drive thru soda machine and by register.
  • Floor soiled under CO2 tank and soda boxes.
  • Ice built up on gasket on walk-in freezer.
  • Interior chute of soda machine on drive thru rusting.
  • Mops not hung to dry.
  • Scoops for cheese, rice laying so that handle touches food.
Semi-Annual Apr 9, 2009 95
  • Cupboard door under the "Dough-Pro" machine has cracked surface and worn, uncleanable edges. Cupboard under the soda dispenser next to the drive-through window is cracked and uncleanable.
  • The area behind the nozzles on the soda dispenser in the lobby has sticky residue/soil.
  • The mop is in the basin of the mop sink.
  • There is black residue on caulking along the splashguard for the dishwashing sink. There is dust/soil on vent in NW corner of food storage area (near the floor).
Semi-Annual Oct 2, 2009 96
  • Mops are drying in the basin of the mop sink.
  • The cupboard doors have chipped/cracked surface. Cupboard shelves under drive-through soda machineare cracked.
  • The gaskets for the cold-hold prep unit have residue. There is sticky residue behind the nozzles on the soda dispensers.
  • The walk-in freezer door does not shut tight because of ice build-up around the door. The inside panel for cold hold prep door is loose and accumulating debris and residue.
  • There is a steady leak at the prep sink.
  • There is residue in spigots for lemonade/mango/strawberry beverage dispensers.
Semi-Annual Mar 1, 2010 92
  • Cupboard doors and shelves have cracks and uncleanable edges.
  • The food prep sink has steady leak.
  • The reach-in is not being used because it is not holding 41 F or colder.
  • There is sticky residue behind nozzles of soda dispensers.
Semi-Annual Aug 23, 2010 93
  • The cupboard under the soda dispenser at the drive-through window is chipped, cracked, and torn--it is mostly uncleanable. Other cupboard doors and shelves have chipped or cracked edges with uncleanable areas. Many cupboard doors do not hang or close properly
  • The floor drain under the soda dispenser in the lobby has debris (lids, packets) and residue.
  • There is a steady leak at the dishwashing sink--the amount of water being leaked is significant and may cause contamination. There is a steady leak at the food prep sink.
  • There is residue in the ice chute for soda dispenser in the lobby.
  • There is residue on soda dispenser behind the nozzles. There is residue on the sprayer at the dishwashing sink.
Semi-Annual Jan 13, 2011 92
  • There chipped and cracked areas of cupboard shelves and doors in food prep area.
  • There is black residue on sprayer and handle.
Semi-Annual Sep 29, 2011 96
  • Shelves under front sink, under soda dispenser at drive-through, and in prep area have chipped laminate with large areas of exposed, rotted wood. Cupboard doors have chipped edges and some do not hang properly. There is rust or residue on metal brackets that hold ceiling tiles in place above the dishwashing sink.
  • The front handwashing sink is no longer designated for handwashing. Paper towels, soap and sanitizer dispensers are provided at the sink.
  • The hand sink in the men's restroom has cool water.
  • There is a steady leak from faucet at food prep sink.
  • There is black residue in the floor drain under the soda dispenser in the lobby.
Semi-Annual Mar 29, 2012 95
  • freezer door missing latch
  • front sink not properly drained, outlet is above drain pipe
Semi-Annual Dec 10, 2012 100
  • Floor in Walk in has buildup
  • Front hand washing sink towel dispenser out of towels
Semi-Annual Mar 29, 2013 100

Violation descriptions and comments

Oct 27, 2006

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas. Employees may drink only from covered beverage containers with a handle or straw in food preparation or utensil washing areas.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service articles shall be stored in a clean, dry location where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination and at least 6 inches above the floor. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that permits air drying and covered or inverted. Single-service and single-use articles shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means to protect them from contamination.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Apr 12, 2007

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Food shall only contact surfaces of equipment and utensils that are cleaned and sanitized.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Nov 10, 2008

REQUIRED CORRECTION: An accurate, easily readable temperature measuring device shall be located in the warmest part of mechanically refrigerated units and in the coolest part of hot food storage units.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food shall be protected from contamination by being stored: 1) in a clean, dry location; 2) where it is not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination; or 3) at least 6 inches above the floor.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: In-use food preparation or dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1) in the food with the handles above the top of the food; 2) on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment if they are cleaned and sanitized as required; 3) in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain; 4) in a clean, protected location if the utensils are used with food that is not potentially hazardous; or 5) in a container of hot water at a temperature of 140째F (60째C) or more or 41째F (5째C) or less or if the container is cleaned as required.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: All equipment and components shall be in good repair and maintained and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Maintain the cutting or piercing parts of can openers in a sharp condition.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The premises shall be free of litter and unnecessary articles which are not pertinent to the current operation of the food establishment.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Apr 9, 2009

REQUIRED CORRECTION: In-use food preparation or dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1) in the food with the handles above the top of the food; 2) on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment if they are cleaned and sanitized as required; 3) in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain; 4) in a clean, protected location if the utensils are used with food that is not potentially hazardous; or 5) in a container of hot water at a temperature of 140째F (60째C) or more or 41째F (5째C) or less or if the container is cleaned as required.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: All equipment and components shall be in good repair and maintained and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Maintain the cutting or piercing parts of can openers in a sharp condition.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment or supplies.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Oct 2, 2009

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment or supplies.

Mar 1, 2010

REQUIRED CORRECTION: All equipment and components shall be in good repair and maintained and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Maintain the cutting or piercing parts of can openers in a sharp condition.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment or supplies.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Aug 23, 2010

REQUIRED CORRECTION: All equipment and components shall be in good repair and maintained and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Maintain the cutting or piercing parts of can openers in a sharp condition.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Jan 13, 2011

REQUIRED CORRECTION: The food-contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment and interior cavities of microwave ovens must be cleaned at least every 24 hours.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Sep 29, 2011

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Mar 29, 2012

REQUIRED CORRECTION: A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: A handwashing lavatory shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 110째F (43째C) through a mixing valve or a combination faucet. A steam mixing valve may not be used at a handwashing lavatory. A self-closing, slow-closing or metering faucet shall provide a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet. An automatic handwashing facility shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: A sink used for food preparation, utensil washing or a service sink may not be provided with handwashing aids or devices.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Dec 10, 2012

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair.

Mar 29, 2013

REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing sinks shall be kept clean and be properly maintained and used.

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