GC:
Frozen foods frozen
Sanitizer: 200 ppm (cl-)
HACCP: Education on no smoking in the building including restrooms
Juanita is certified in food management and was onsite during the time of inspection. She was unable to produce her food managers license. Reggie is still not certified but is not currently working and will return in March. There is a new gentleman running the outside food stand. Discussed enrolling the new employee in a food manager's certification class
- Wiping cloths clean, used properly, stored
A wet towel was found stored on the tamale table without a sanitizing bucket
Moist cloths or sponges used for wiping food spills on kitchenware and food-contact surfaces shall be stored in a sanitizing solution between uses.
Correct by storing all wet cloths in a sanitizing solution
- Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
The following food contact surfaces are soiled... 1.) the inside of the kenmore freezer next to the westinghouse freezer
- Floors properly constructed, clean, drained
1.).the floor behind the westinghouse freezer and kenmore freezer is soiled
- Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, properly constructed, clean
The wall behind the 3 compartment sink above the shelf is soiled
Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment and decorative material shall be maintained clean.
Correct by cleaning all walls
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12/4/2015 | Routine | 95 |
| No violation noted during this evaluation. | 10/19/2015 | Unknown | |
GC:
During the time of this inspection, all of the following criteria required for reopening this establishment have been met.
1.) Drain/fruit flies have been significantly reduced. Pest Control was called and visited on 10/17/15 - American Pest Control 14003 W. Farmington Road, Hanna City, IL 61536. Documentation was provided
2.) All food products were found stored in ziplock bags or appropriate food grade containers
3.) All food products were sealed, covered, and protected from potential contamination
4.) All non-food contact surfaces and food contact surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized
5.) All chemicals are now stored on the shelf below the serving area
Based on the findings of this inspection, Willie's Tamales has been approved to reopen and operate.
No violation noted during this evaluation. | 10/17/2015 | 3rd Recheck | 100 |
GC:
Frozen foods frozen
Sanitizer: 0 ppm (chlorine)
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HACCP: Education on smoking in food establishment building and toxic handout violation
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Due to the conditions of Willie's Tamales compliance hearing, this establishment and all stands operating from this establishment will be closed for a minimum of 24 hours. In order to reopen the establishment and all stands operating from the establishment, the following conditions must be met:
1.) The number of drain/fruit flies in the establishment must be significantly reduced.
2.) All food products must be stored in proper containers - no grocery bags
3.) All food products must be covered or provided with protection from contamination
4.) All non-food contact surfaces and food contact surfaces must be clean and sanitized
5.) All chemicals must be stored seperatly from food products
If the establishment wishes to reopen at 2 p.m. on 10/16/15, the establishment may call 494-8000 for possible reopening. If the establishment wishes to open on Monday 10/19/15 or any other business day, the establishment may call the general Environmental Health number for possible reopening.
- Original container, properly labeled, consumer advisory
1.) Seasoning on the top white shelf next to the stove was found without a label in a blue grocery bag
All foods that are not stored in their original containers and whose identity may be mistakable, shall be labeled with the common or usual name of the food.
Correct by labeling all seasonings
2.) Tamales in the kenmore freezer were found without a date, label, or time
Label all cooling potentially hazardous food with the date and time of preparation.
Correct by labeling and dating all potentially hazardous foods
- Food protection during storage, prepartion, display, service, transportation
1.) The tamales in the kenmore freezer were without a container and without protection
- Critical: Hands washed, good hygienic practices (observed).
The handsink spicket in the outdoor grill area was found broke and unable to provide water. No gloves were available
Hands shall be washed thoroughly before using utensils, including: deli tissues, spatulas, tongs or single-use gloves.
Corrected by replacing handwashing spicket/container with another properly functioning container.
- Proper hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking (evidence)
An open employee beverage was found in the bev air cooler on the top shelf above bags of open meat
A food service employee may drink from a closed beverage container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of: the employee's hands
- Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located.
The door gasket on the westinghouse freezer next to the kenmore freezer is torn
Non-food contact surfaces such as splash areas or areas which otherwise require frequent cleaning, shall be designed and fabricated so as to be smooth, washable, free of unnecessary ledges, projections, or crevices, and to be readily accessible for cleaning, and to be of such material and in such repair as shall be easily maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
Correct by repairing or replacing gasket
- Critical: Sanitizing concentration
No sanitizer was found in the blue bucket on the floor in the kitchen in front of the 1 compartment sink
- Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
The following food contact surfaces were found heavily soiled... 1.) inside of the microwave on the counter in the front area
- Single service articles not re-used
1.) Tamales in the kenmore freezer were found stored in white plastic grocery sacks
- Plumbing installed and maintained
The handsink in the men's restroom is leaking from the faucet
Plumbing shall be sized, installed, and maintained in accordance with applicable provisions of the Illinois State Plumbing Code.
Correct by repairing leak
- Critical: Hand washing sinks installed, located, accessible
The handwashing sink in the kitchen next to the 1 compartment sink was found with a sponge inside the sink
Handwashing sinks shall only be used for handwashing and shall be easily accessible for all employees
Corrected by removing sponge and education
- Critical: Presence of insects/rodents. Animals prohibited
25-35 fruit/drain flies were found throughout the establishment including next to/on the meat slicer, on the onions on the center table with the tamale machine, and in/near the 3 compartment sink
Effective measures to minimize the presence of rodents and flies, roaches, and other insects on the premises shall be utilized.
Correct by cleaning all food contact surfaces and drains. Call pest control. A recheck will be conducted on or after 10/19/15 to determine if the amount of fruit/drain flies has been reduced. A recheck fee will apply for all necessary rechecks
- Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, properly constructed, clean
The vent of the air conditioner next to the back door was found heavily soiled
Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment and decorative material shall be maintained clean.
Correct by cleaning the air vent
- Critical: Toxic items properly stored
Lighter fluid was found stored in a container with single service 2 oz cups and taco seasoning on the metal rack behind the center table with the tamale machine
Poisonous or toxic materials necessary for the maintenance of the establishment shall not be stored above or intermingled with food, food equipment, utensils, or single-service articles.
Corrected by removing lighter fluid and education
- No Certified Manager Present
No food manager or certificates are available during inspection. Reggie states he has attempted to contact Connie 3 times but has not gotten ahold of her. He has not left a voicemail.
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10/16/2015 | 2nd Recheck | 68 |
GC:
Frozen foods frozen
Sanitizer: 200 ppm (cl-)
Several corrections were made since last inspection including...
1.) Kenmore freezer has been cleaned out. All food products in freezer are in a sealable bag with a date and label
2.) No bagged ice was found with raw meat during this inspection
3.) Hot water has been restored to all handsinks, the 3 compartment sink, and the mop sink
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4.) All plumbing repairs mentioned during last inspection including the leaking sewage water have been corrected. There is a slight leak coming from the bottom of the 3 compartment sink in the side kitchen. Mentioned to manager.
5.) The amount of flies and drain flies have been greatly reduced. Only a few drain flies were seen throughout the establishment. A pest control invoice was available during this inspection (see picture attachment)
6.) The back door in the kitchen has been repaired and now has a self-closing device on the door
7.) All toxic chemicals were stored in a seperate area and away from food products during this inspection
Full inspection conducted to ensure all critical violations have been corrected and license can be reinstated. Establishment may reopen under their 2015 Food and Drink License. A complicance conference confirmation will follow. If further rechecks are needed a recheck fee will be assessed for all necessary rechecks.
- Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located.
1.) The kenmore freezer has a torn gasket on the freezer door
- Non-food contact surfaces clean
The air vent next to the back door on the right side is soiled
All non-food contact surfaces should be free of debris and build-up, clean, and sanitized at all times
Correct by cleaning and sanitizing all non-food contact surfaces
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9/14/2015 | 1st Recheck | 98 |
.. Frozen foods frozen
HACCP: Handwashing handout and education on food storage
Due to the lack of hot water available in the establishment, the improper drainage of sewage water, and the heavy amount of drain flies found in the establishment, the establishment has been asked to close. Due to the number of critical violations found during this inspection, a compliance conference will be required.
A full reinspection will be conducted on or after 09/17/2015 to determine if the amount of drain flies has decreased, if the back door has been replaced or repaired, and if the appropriate plumbing repairs have been made including proper drainage of sewage water and hot water.
A reinspection fee will be assessed for all necessary rechecks. Brian McGrath has been contacted as well as another licensed plumber.
If ready for reopening sooner than 09/17/2015, please contact the Peoria City/County Health Department.
All employees are required to obtain their food managers certificate within 90 days.
- Original container, properly labeled, consumer advisory
1. ) A.) Red seasoning in a plastic bag on the white rack next to the stove in the side kitchen was found without a label
- Critical: Cold food at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport, and cold holding
Potentially hazardous food including homemade tamale filling was found in the kenmore freezer without a label, date, or time.
All refrigerated, ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food prepared and held at the food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked with the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, and maintained at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1.
Corrected 'by labeling and date/time marking all potentially hazardous foods and education
- Critical: Potential for cross-contamination
storage practices
- Food protection during storage, prepartion, display, service, transportation
1.) Open bags of meat were found stored in the kenmore cooler without protective covering and a pot of food was found on the floor in front of the 3 compartment sink in the side kitchen without lids
Food shall be protected from the potential for contamination at all times, including while being stored, prepared, displayed, served, or transported.
Correct by storing all food in closed containers or with protective coverings
2.) A bag of onions was found on the floor in the back kitchen and 2 pots of food in the side kitchen were found stored on the floor
All food should be stored at least 6 inches off of the ground to protect the food from potential contamination
Correct by storing all food at least 6 inches off of the floor
- Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located.
1.) The kenmore freezer has a torn gasket on the freezer door
- Wiping cloths clean, used properly, stored
A wet wiping cloth was found stored by the meat tenderizer outside of sanitizer
Moist cloths or sponges used for wiping food spills on kitchenware and food-contact surfaces shall be stored in a sanitizing solution between uses.
Correct by storing all moist cloths for cleaning and sanitizing in sanitizing solution
- Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
The following food contact surfaces were heavily soiled... 1.) The inside floor of the kenmore freezer located next to the westinghouse fridge
- Non-food contact surfaces clean
The following non-food contact surfaces were soiled... 1.) The air vent next to the back door was soiled and has a birds next inside of the vent
- Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils
Knives were found stored on the top of the heater by the handwashing sink in the back kitchen
Cleaned and sanitized utensils and equipment shall be stored in a clean, dry location that provides protection from contamination by splash, dust and other means.
Correct by storing knives and other utensils in a clean, dry location that protects them from contamination
- Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed
Forks were stored with the prongs facing upwards and the handle downwards in the cardboard box on the outside grill
Single-service articles shall be handled and dispensed in a manner which prevents contamination of surfaces which may come in contact with food or with the mouth of the user.
Correct by storing all single service utensils with the handle facing upwards toward the customer or consumer
- Critical: Water source safe, hot, and cooled under pressure
No hot water was available at any handsink or sink in the establishment
Each compartment of the three compartment sink and hand washing sinks shall be supplied with hot and cold potable running water.
Corrected by ceasing all food preparation and food sales until the establishment can provide hot/cold water at all sinks throughout the establishment. Discussed the issue with the manager who states they have been without hot water for several days and have been boiling their water on the stove. The landlord was called and is attempting to reach a plumber who can repair the water. Brian McGrath has also been contacted. A full reinspection will be conducted on or after 09/17/15 to determine if the hot water has been corrected and provided at all sinks in the establishment. A recheck fee will be assessed for all necessary rechecks.
- Critical: Sewage and waste water disposed properly
Sewage water from the toilets in the bathroom was found to be draining onto the floor in the side kitchen. Observed unclear water flowing from the drain in the side kitchen when the toilets were flushed
Water-carried sewage shall be disposed of by means of a public sewage system or an approved sewage disposal system which is constructed and operated in conformance with applicable State and local laws, ordinances and regulations.
Correct by calling a licensed plumber to correct all sewage disposal issues. Brian McGrath has been contacted. The landlord and manager contacted a licensed plumber to correct all issues as well. A full reinspection will be conducted on or after 09/17/2015 to determine if the sewage disposal issues have been resolved. A recheck fee will be assessed for all necessary rechecks.
- Plumbing installed and maintained
1.) Broken/Cut pipes were found in the side kitchen between the handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink. When the water was turned on in the 3 compartment sink and the handwashing sink in the side kitchen, water was found to back up into the drain between the handwashing and 3 compartment sink. 2.) The floor drain between the handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink was found to be draining slowly and causing water to back up onto the floor
- Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with hand soap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue
1.) The hand washing set up located outside by the grill did not have soap or paper towels
- Outside storage area clean, enclosure properly constructed
Several empty chip bags, soda cans, and other debris was found in the area around the dumpster
Outside storage areas or enclosures where garbage and refuse containers are stored shall be maintained clean.
Correct by cleaning the storage area around the dumpster
- Critical: Presence of insects/rodents. Animals prohibited
| Drain flies were heavily present in several areas of the establishment including on the condiment bottles on the shelf between the back and front kitchen and on the onions on the floor in the back kitchen
Effective measures to minimize the presence of rodents and flies, roaches, and other insects on the premises shall be utilized.
Correct by calling a licensed pest control establishment. A full reinspection will be conducted on or after 09/17/15 to determine if the amount of drain flies has been resolved. During the recheck a pest control invoice will be required. A recheck fee will be assessed for all necessary rechecks.
- Critical: Outer openings protected from insects, rodent proof
The back door in the back kitchen is not self closing
Openings to the outside shall be effectively protected against the entrance of rodents and insects by tight fitting self-closing doors, closed windows, screening, controlled air currents or other effective means
Correct by repairing or replacing the back door with a self closing door. A full reinspection will be conducted on 09/17/2015 to determine if the back door is self-closing. A reinspection fee will be assessed for all necessary rechecks/reinspections.
- Floors properly constructed, clean, drained
Several areas of the floor were found soiled and in need of repair. 1.) The floor by the front entrance is soiled
- Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, properly constructed, clean
1.) Several ceiling tiles throughout the establishment were found in need of repair 1.) The ceiling above the tall white refrigerator in the back kitchen has an opening without a cover
- Lighting provided as required. Fixtures shielded
1.) No light shields were on the light bulbs over the counter in the front kitchen where bread was stored
Light shields shall be provided for all artificial light fixtures located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service and display facilities and facilities where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored.
Correct by placing light shield over all lights above food storage, preparation, service, and display areas
- Critical: Toxic items properly stored
1.) Lighter fluid was found outside on the grill shelf next to pickles and jalapeno
- No Certified Manager Present
No food manager was available on-site during the inspection. A food manager must be present at each site in which food is being prepared and served at all times. All employees must be certified in food management within 90 days. \
Serveral employees do not have food handlers training.
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9/10/2015 | Routine | 56 |
HACCP: Handwashing. Ensure clean water is provided for handwashing at all times by covering water urn to ensure dust, pests, etc. do not contaminate.
Cl- sanitizer is used in the establishment.
Frozen foods were stored frozen.
Note: Upon arrival for inspection commissary was locked and inaccessible while outside grill was in operation. A Variance for an Outside Grill specifies that access to the commissary must be provided at all times that grill is being set up, in service, and torn down. Establishment Variance for an Outdoor Grill was temporarily suspended while commissary access was being obtained. Variance approval has been given and establishment may reopen grill. Future violations of Variance agreement for an Outdoor Grill will result in termination of the Variance agreement and the establishment will no longer be able to grill outdoors at this location. Please call Stephanie at 309-679-6684 with questions/concerns.
- Food protection during storage, prepartion, display, service, transportation
Plastic bags of meat in the True cooler are stored with the bags opened. Close bags or provide covering.
Food whether raw or prepared, if removed from the container or package in which it was obtained shall be stored in a clean, covered container except during necessary periods of preparation or service
- Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
The following food contact surfaces were soiled: blades of meat tenderizer machine, tamale machine, tamale prep counter, interior of True cooler, interior of freezer. Clean and sanitize all food contact surfaces as often as necessary to maintain clean.
- Plumbing installed and maintained
1) Drain for hand sink in three compartment sink room is very slow to drain. 2) The third compartment of the three compartment sink, labeled "SANITIZE" is very slow to drain.
Plumbing shall be sized, installed, and maintained in accordance with applicable provisions of the Illinois State Plumbing Code.
- Floors properly constructed, clean, drained
Flooring throughout establishment is soiled. Clean floors routinely.
- Premises maintained fee of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintaining equipment properly stored, kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
1) Observed soiled mop stored with mop head on floor in kitchen in between use. 2) Multiple items not necessary for day to day operations stored throughout establishment. Store mop head hung to dry. Remove unecessary articles.
Cleaning tools such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners and similar equipment shall be maintained and stored in an orderly manner for the cleaning of that storage location.
- No Certified Manager Present
There is no certified Food Safety Sanitiation Manager present during inspection. Provide training for staff so that a FSSMC manager is present at all times.
A certified food service sanitation manager shall be present on the premises at all times potentially hazardous food is being handled.
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4/24/2015 | Routine | 93 |
HACCP = date marking & food handler training
cl- bleach sanitizer in the bucket and in the bottle = 100ppm
By the next routine inspection, the employee(s) present at this high risk location, are required to take the Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification. Information on the classes available is provided on the Illinois Department of Public Health website under Food, Drugs and Dairies- Food Manager Training. It is an 8 hour course that is offered locally. Local class and teacher information is available at this website. The course is also available online, not to be confused with the 2 hour online course.
- Critical: Cold food at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport, and cold holding
Two containers of cooked meat are in the True cooler in the kitchen without a label. All refrigerated, ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food prepared and held at the food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked with the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, and maintained at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. It was determined during the inspection that the meat was just pull out of the freezer and will be utilized this weekend a label is being added to the product. Label all products accordingly.
- Non-food contact surfaces clean
1) The light switch on the side of the vent hood is soiled. 2) The metal tube on the exterior of the power cord for the vent hood is heavily soiled. Maintain all non-food contact surfaces clean. Clean these areas.
- Plumbing installed and maintained
The third "Sanitize" compartment of the three-compartment sink in the kitchen is clogged and the water is not draining properly. The other two compartments drain properly. Maintain all plumbing in accordance with the Illinois State Plumbing Code. Repair the sink so it drains properly.
- Floors properly constructed, clean, drained
The floor in various areas throughout the kitchen is soiled. Maintain all floors clean. Clean these areas.
- Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, properly constructed, clean
1) The walls in various areas throughout the kitchen are soiled. 2) The wall to the right of the three-compartment sink has a large hole in it and bare wood is exposed. 3) The fan cover on the ceiling of the True cooler in the kitchen area is soiled. 4) Small holes are present in the wall above the three-compartment sink. Maintain all walls so they are clean, smooth, easily cleanable, in good repair and non-absorbent. Clean where needed, seal any bare wood so it's non-absorbent, repair any holes.
- Lighting provided as required. Fixtures shielded
Two lights on the ceiling near the vent hood in the kitchen are burnt out. Maintain adequate lighting in this area. Replace the lights.
- No Certified Manager Present
A certified food service sanitation manager shall be present on the premises at all times potentially hazardous food is being handled. Provide a Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification for this location, for an employee who is present during food preparation, by the next routine inspection.
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12/5/2014 | Routine | 90 |
HACCP=grilled onions-potentially hazardous
cl- sanitizer in spray bottles = 200ppm
cl- sanitizer in bucket outdoors = 100ppm
It was discussed during the inspection, to make sure the Food and/or Drink License from the Peoria City/County Health Department is physically located at this establishment, when food preparation/service is being conducted, along with the Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification.
- Non-food contact surfaces clean
1) The switch for the vent hood is heavily soiled. 2) The metal tube, which encloses the electrical cord for the light in the vent hood is heavily soiled. Maintain all non-food contact surfaces clean. Clean these areas.
- Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with hand soap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue
Paper towels are missing from the hand sink, located to the right of the three-compartment sink and the hand sink in the mens restroom. Provide paper towels at all hand sinks at all times.
- Floors properly constructed, clean, drained
The floor in several areas throughout the kitchen is soiled. Clean these areas and maintain the floor clean.
- Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, properly constructed, clean
1) Small holes are present in the wall located above the three-compartment sink and to the right of the three-compartment sink. 2) A large hole is present in the wall to the right of the three-compartment sink, and unsealed wood is present. 3) The fan cover on the ceiling of the True cooler, where the meat is stored, is soiled. Seal any holes, so the walls are smooth, easily cleanable and in good repair and clean the fan cover.
- Lighting provided as required. Fixtures shielded
The light on the ceiling near the ventilation hood, is burnt out. Provide adequate lighting in all food prep areas. Replace the light.
- No Certified Manager Present
The Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification is not posted at this establishment. All High Risk establishments shall have a Certified Food Handler on site during all food preparation. Provide this certification at this location for future reference.
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9/12/2014 | Routine | 94 |
$225 cash received for license.
Establishment has been given final approval to operate under the guidelines of Chapter 10, Food Safety, of the Peoria County Code.
Variance for outdoor cooking has been received.
Outdoor smoker is not approved for use. An additional variance will be required and additional requirements may be put into place.
Establishment is a commissary only and will not be serving food out of the establishment.
- Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
Tamale machine soiled.
- Non-food contact surfaces clean
Wood next to the prep sink is not sealed. Make shift wood shelf is not sealed located behind the water heaters.
Discussed with the owner about these items she stated she will probably just remove these items.
- Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, properly constructed, clean
Hood soiled above oven. Large holes in the wall next to the 3-compartment sink. Holes seen where it appeared to have items screwed to them but now are removed and holes are left. Seal these areas. Paint color on kitchen walls is a dark blue. Prep sink is not sealed to wall.
Clean and maintain clean the hood. Repair holes. Paint/seal walls in a light color. Seal prep sink to wall.
- Premises maintained fee of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintaining equipment properly stored, kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
Removed any items which you are not going to be using in the establishment from the establishment.
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7/22/2014 | Final | |
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