Cuzco Chicken and Steak, 3341 Fall Hill Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Cuzco Chicken and Steak
Address: 3341 Fall Hill Avenue, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Phone: (540) 370-1910
Total inspections: 6
Last inspection: Nov 6, 2008

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Violation code

Inspection Date

Inspection Type

Critical violations

Non-Critical violations

Details / Comments

  • 0820 A 2 - Corrected During Inspection Critical Chicken IT @45'F and 55'F in the Reach In Cooler - cold holding at improper temperatures
  • 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: 1. microwave in storage area.
  • 1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the EQUIPMENT has accumulations of grime and debris. 1. exterior of the cabinets at the front serving counter 2. defrost the small Reach In Freezer across from the 3 compartment sink
November 06, 2008Routine--Details / Comments
1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: microwave.January 11, 2008Critical Procedures10Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. May 14, 2007Other00Details / Comments
2790 - The indoor ceiling material located at the prep area, mop sink, and dry storage does not meet the standard of: 1. smooth, durable and easily cleanable 2. nonabsorbentMay 11, 2007Routine01Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. May 09, 2007Pre-Opening00Details / Comments
3660 - Establishment operating without a valid permit.May 08, 2007Other01Details / Comments

November 06, 2008 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
WIC-walk in cooler, RIC-reach in cooler, ST-surface temperature, IT-internal temperature, HH-hot holding, CH-cold holding, PIC-person in charge, SP-sandwich prep, RIR-reach in refrigerator
Food suppliers are Spectrum Foods (301) 322-8889 and BJ's. Gave operator an Overeasy Food Safety application as operator's Overeasy credentials expired in August, 2008. Quaternary ammonium sanitizer concentration level in the wet wiping cloth bucket measured at 200 ppm. Ensure all refrigerator/freezer units have working thermometers. Observed good handwashing and glove use during inspection.

January 11, 2008 (Critical Procedures)


Violation: 1770 A - Critical The following equipment food-contact surfaces were observed soiled to sight and touch: microwave.
Clean and sanitize these surfaces for food contact.
Comments:
This critical inspection was conducted due to a complaint received on January 11, 2008.
Cannot substantiate concerns regarding complaint received January 11, 2008. Concerns were discussed with the operator.
Discussed with operator: Only wash hands at the handsink not the 3 compartment sink. Ensure quaternary ammonium sanitizer in wet wiping cloth bucket measures at 200 ppm. The hood system is scheduled to be cleaned tonight. Do not reuse manufacturers containers for the storage of food such as soy sauce. Provide food grade containers to hold marinating chicken. Provide thermometers in all refrigeration units. Ensure all dispensing utensils have handles. Observed chicken thawing under running water at 48'F with sufficient velocity to remove particles. Ensure all food items and equipment are stored 6" off of the floor. Conduct a detailed and thorough cleaning of all floors, walls and ceilings, as well as all equipment to include refrigeration units.

May 14, 2007 (Other)

Comments:
Inspection conducted with the Building Dept. official of the repairs to the direct connection under the 3 compartment sink. PIC has installed an indirect connection under the 3 compartment sink; however the repairs are not in compliance. Sink has 3 P traps - per Bldg official - sink can only have 2 P traps. PIC will schedule another inspection when 1 P trap is removed.

May 11, 2007 (Routine)


Violation: 2790 - The indoor ceiling material located at the prep area, mop sink, and dry storage does not meet the standard of: 1. smooth, durable and easily cleanable 2. nonabsorbent
Refinish or replace the indoor ceiling at the area designated so it is: 1. smooth, durable and easily cleanable 2. nonabsorbent
Comments:
Virginia Department of Health permit is issued to facility subject to the Fire Department's approval of indirect connection under the 3 compartment sink. Per PIC ceiling tiles will be changed out to smooth, easily cleanable and non absorbent.
WIC-walk in cooler, RIC-reach in cooler, ST-surface temperature, IT-internal temperature, HH-hot holding, CH-cold holding, PIC-person in charge, SP-sandwich prep, RIR-reach in refrigerator

May 09, 2007 (Pre-Opening)

Comments:
Please address the following items prior to receiving a Virginia Department of Health permit:
1. Provide food grade containers for food
2. Clean the microwave in the dry storage area
3. Provide an indirect connection between the sewer line and the 3 compartment sink
4. Clean floors especially under equipment and at the floor/wall junctures.
5. Provide a large trash container with a lid as the trash is stored in the facility for pickup every 2 days.
6. Remove all unnecessary items in the water heater area.
7. Ceiling tiles in prep area need to be smooth, easily cleanable and non absorbent.
Health Department was not notified of change of ownership which occurred on April 30, 2007.
Once the above list has been accomplished, please call the Health Department for another inspection prior to issuing the permit.

May 08, 2007 (Other)


Violation: 3660 - Establishment operating without a valid permit.
Cease all food service operations until you receive a permit to operate from the health department.
Comments:
Facility applied for Virginia Department of Health permit on May 8, 2007.

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