Taqueria Los Panditas Inc, 3892 State St, Salem, OR 97301 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Taqueria Los Panditas Inc
Address: 3892 State St, Salem, OR 97301
Phone: (503) 365-8226
Total inspections: 10
Last inspection: Feb 28, 2013
Score
(the higher the better)

87

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Inspection findings

Inspection Type

Inspection Date

Inspection Score
(the higher the better)

  • disposable paper products stored on floor in storage closet
  • soap added to sanitizer
Semi-Annual May 6, 2009 98
  • The inside of the ice machine has black residue/possible slime mold.
  • The sanitizer bucket has no detectable level of chlorine.
  • The sanitizer in the dishwashing sink has no detectable level of chlorine.
  • Unable to locate chlorine pH test strips.
Semi-Annual Oct 27, 2009 91
  • Green salsa and red salsa in prep unit are 51 and 50 F after 5 hours.
  • The container of horchada (rice) has no lid.
  • The lights in the handwashing area near the ice machine are not working.
  • The sanitizer in the bucket is more than 200 ppm chlorine.
Semi-Annual Apr 21, 2010 90
  • The mechanical dishwasher is not working; there is no detectable chlorine after final rinse and water inside the machine looks murky, as though it is not draining and re-filling properly.
  • The prep unit next to the grill is not working correctly. Food is being held less than 4 hours in the unit. Potatoes and sausage mixture is 47 F (after 2 hours).
Semi-Annual Oct 4, 2010 86
No violation noted during this evaluation. Reinspection Oct 6, 2010 100
  • The containers of iced tea and rice milk are not covered.
  • There are some cracked and chipped floor tiles in the kitchen
Semi-Annual Mar 18, 2011 97
  • A plastic bag of raw beef is resting directly on raw eggs in prep unit.
  • Clean pans are stored "face up" on shelf.
  • The sanitizer next to the hand sink is 200 ppm chlorine.
  • There are cracked or chipped floor tiles.
  • There is residue at base of faucet and handles for hand sink.
  • There is residue inside dishwasher door and on top of door frame.
Semi-Annual Nov 1, 2011 89
  • Forks, knives, and spoons at self-service condiment bar are not protected from contamination.
  • Moist paper towels are on top of cooked rice in reach-in.
  • There is a wiping cloth on counter in kitchen.
  • There is an open, half full bottle of orange soda on food prep counter in kitchen.
Semi-Annual Apr 10, 2012 91
  • The shelf above the prep unit has residue from tortilla dough. The cover for fan on the floor has soil.
Semi-Annual Oct 2, 2012 100
  • Floor around equipment and shelving have buildup
  • Kitchen area and storage cluttered
  • Lights in kitchen missing shields
  • Slicer has buildup
  • Spray bottle not labeled
  • Three compartment sink over 200 ppm Chlorine turns test strip black to white
  • Wiping clothes under 10 ppm Chlorine
Semi-Annual Feb 28, 2013 87

Violation descriptions and comments

May 6, 2009

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
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.

Oct 27, 2009

REQUIRED CORRECTION: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in ppm (mg/l) of sanitizer shall be provided.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Provide and maintain an approved chlorine chemical sanitizer solution that has a minimum concentration of 50 ppm at 75째F (24째C) for water with a pH of 8 or less, or 100째F (38째C) for water with a pH of 10 or less, or as allowed in rule.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
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.

Apr 21, 2010

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained at 140°F (60°C) or above (except roast beef may be held at 130°F (54°C) or above) or at 41°F (5°C) or less.
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: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The light intensity shall be at least 10 foot candles (110 lux) at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in the walk-in refrigeration units, dry food storage areas, and during periods of cleaning other areas. Provide at least 20 foot candles (220 lux) at a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service, including buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or packaged foods are sold or offered for consumption, inside equipment including reach-in and under counter refrigerators, and at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing, equipment and utensil storage areas, and in toilet rooms. Provide at least 50 foot candles (540 lux) for areas where food employees are working with utensils and equipment where safety is a factor.

Oct 4, 2010

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained at 140°F (60°C) or above (except roast beef may be held at 130°F (54°C) or above) or at 41°F (5°C) or less.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Provide and maintain an approved chlorine chemical sanitizer solution that has a minimum concentration of 50 ppm at 75°F (24°C) for water with a pH of 8 or less, or 100°F (38°C) for water with a pH of 10 or less, or as allowed in rule.

Mar 18, 2011

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: 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 1, 2011

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Foods shall be protected from cross contamination during storage, preparation, holding, and display by separating raw animal foods and unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods, ready-to-eat raw animal foods (fish for sushi), fruits and vegetables, and by separating different types of raw animal foods from each other. If stored vertically, raw animal foods must be stored in ascending order of cooking temperature, with the highest required cooking temperature at the lowest level. Food shall be wrapped or covered in storage.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Warewashing machines and other sinks shall be cleaned before use, throughout the day as necessary to keep them clean and functional, and if used, at least every 24 hours.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
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: Handwashing facilities shall be kept clean and be properly maintained and used.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Apr 10, 2012

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Consumer self-service operations for ready-to-eat food shall be provided with suitable utensils or effective dispensing methods that protect the food from contamination. Consumer self-service operations shall be monitored by food employees trained in safe operating procedures.
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: Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers may not impart color, odors or tastes to food and shall be made of safe materials. Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers shall be durable, corrosion-resistant and nonabsorbent.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.

Oct 2, 2012

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Feb 28, 2013

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Food shall only contact surfaces of equipment and utensils that are cleaned and sanitized.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Provide and maintain an approved chlorine chemical sanitizer solution that has a minimum concentration of 50 ppm at 75°F for water with a pH of 8 or less, or 100°F for water with a pH of 10 or less, or as allowed in rule.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Working containers (including spray bottles) used for storing poisonous or toxic materials, such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies, shall be clearly and individually labeled with the common name of the material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The light intensity shall be at least 10 foot candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in the walk-in refrigeration units, dry food storage areas, and during periods of cleaning other areas. Provide at least 20 foot candles (215 lux) at a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service, including buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or packaged foods are sold or offered for consumption, inside equipment including reach-in and under counter refrigerators, and at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing, equipment and utensil storage areas, and in toilet rooms. Provide at least 50 foot candles (540 lux) for areas where food employees are working with utensils and equipment where safety is a factor.
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.

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