- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (repeated violation)
Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) shredded chicken, ground beef, chickern and beef taquitos in the refrigeration unit were not properly dated for disposition.
Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
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03/24/2016 | Routine | |
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) cooked ground beef and chicken in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Observation: The microwave was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
Correction: Repair the microwave to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the microwave, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
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12/28/2015 | Routine | |
- Critical: Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation* (corrected on site)
Observation: Different types of raw animal foods stored in such a manner that may cause cross contamination. Observed raw chicken stored over pork chorizo in the reach in preparation unit.
Correction: Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display by the following: (a) Using separate equipment for each type. (b) Arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. (c) Preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas.
- Critical: Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation* (corrected on site)
Observation: Raw foods of animal origin stored over ready-to-eat (RTE) food in the refrigeration unit. Observed raw beef steaks stored over (RTE) ice cream in the reach in freezer unit.
Correction: Separate raw foods of animal origin during storage, preparation, holding, and display from raw RTE food including foods such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw RTE food such as vegetables, and cooked RTE food.
- Critical: Food - Potentially Hazardous Food - Hot Holding* (corrected on site)
Observation: The beef tamales and carnitas are hot holding at improper temperatures.
Correction: Rapidly reheat the food to 165°F and maintain at 135°F or above through the hot holding period.
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) beef chunks and shredded chicken in the refrigeration unit are not properly dated for disposition.
Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
Observation: The dishmachine was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged. Sanitizing water is not reaching required temperature.
Correction: Repair the dishmachine to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the dishmachine, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
- Equipment - Cutting Surfaces (repeated violation)
Observation: The cutting board(s) in the food preparations area are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
Correction: Resurface or discard and replace the cutting boards to provide a food contact surface that is smooth, easily cleaned and sanitized.
- Critical: Equipment and Utensils - Before Use After Cleaning* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
Observation: The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: Dishes/glasses. Dishmachine hot water is not reaching the reqired temperature for sanitizing. Employees setting up 3-compartment sink to utilize, until dishmachine is repaired.
Correction: After cleaning and rinsing of the food-contact surface, the surface shall be effectively sanitized before coming in contact with food and before use.
- Handwashing Lavatory, Water Temperature, and Flow (corrected on site)
Observation: Water from the handwashing sinks in the food preparation area were measured at a temperature less than 100°F.
Correction: Make necessary adjustments to valves and lines serving the handsink to provide water of at least 100°F to allow more effective removal of fatty soils encountered in kitchens.
- Toilet Room Receptacle Covered
Observation: There is no cover to the feminine napkin refuse container in the ladies room stall.
Correction: Provide a cover to the feminine napkin refuse container in the ladies room stall.
- Outer Openings - Protected
Observation: Outer opening of the food establishment is not protected against entry of insects and rodents. Observed openings around the sides and bottom of rear entry door.
Correction: Protect the food establishment against the entry of insects and rodents by 1. Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings, 2. Closed, tight fitting windows, and 3. Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Insects and rodents are vectors of disease-causing microorganisms which may be transmitted to humans by contamination of food and food-contact surfaces.
- Lighting, Intensity (repeated violation)
Observation: Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk in cooler.
Correction: Provide at least 10 foot candles at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in the walk-in refrigeration units and dry storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
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09/16/2015 | Routine | |
- Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (corrected on site)
Observation: Observed that taco shells and taco salad tortilla bowls were not protected from contamination because they were not in packages, covered containers, or wrapped.
Correction: Prevent contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
- Cooling Methods (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
Observation: The methods used for cooling were not adequate.
Correction: Cool foods by the following methods: 1. Placing food in shallow pans 2. Separating food into smaller thinner portions 3. Using rapid chill cooling equipment 4. Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath 5. Using containers that facilitate heat transfer 6. Adding ice as an ingredient 7. Any other method that can effectively accomplish cooling.
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) cooked chopped beef in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Observation: The dishmachine was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged. Not reaching required hot water sanitizing temperature.
Correction: Repair the dishmachine to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the dishmacine, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
- Equipment - Cutting Surfaces
Observation: The small cutting board(s) used for chopping on the preparation table are heavily scratched and scored. The food contact surface is no longer easily cleaned and sanitized due to condition.
Correction: Resurface or discard and replace the cutting boards to provide a food contact surface that is smooth, easily cleaned and sanitized.
- Critical: Equipment and Utensils - Before Use After Cleaning* (corrected on site)
Observation: The food-contact surfaces of the following equipment were not observed sanitized: utensils and tableware. Hot water sanitize dishmachine is not reaching required temps for sanitizing. Employee are using 3-compartment sink for sanitizing, until the dishmachine is repaired.
Correction: After cleaning and rinsing of the food-contact surface, the surface shall be effectively sanitized before coming in contact with food and before use.
- Handwashing Cleanser - Availability
Observation: Soap was not provided at the hand washing lavatory in the food preparation area.
Correction: Hand soap must be provided at all hand washing lavatories to encourage proper hand washing. Hand cleanser must always be present to aid in reducing microorganisms and particulate matter found on hands.
- Lighting, Intensity (repeated violation)
Observation: Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk in cooler.
Correction: Provide at least 10 foot candles at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in the walk-in refrigeration units and dry storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
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06/11/2015 | Routine | |
- Cooling Methods (corrected on site)
Observation: The methods used for cooling were not adequate for large pans of refried beans..
Correction: Cool foods by the following methods: 1. Placing food in shallow pans 2. Separating food into smaller thinner portions 3. Using rapid chill cooling equipment 4. Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath 5. Using containers that facilitate heat transfer 6. Adding ice as an ingredient 7. Any other method that can effectively accomplish cooling.
- Lighting, Intensity (repeated violation)
Observation: Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk in cooler.
Correction: Provide at least 10 foot candles at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in the walk-in refrigeration units and dry storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
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02/25/2015 | Routine | |
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (corrected on site)
Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) cooked chicken and beef in the refrigeration unit are not properly dated for disposition.
Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
- Lighting, Intensity (repeated violation)
Observation: Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk in cooler.
Correction: Provide at least 10 foot candles at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in the walk-in refrigeration units and dry storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
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11/21/2014 | Routine | |
- Critical: Demonstration of Knowledge* (corrected on site)
Observation: The person in charge failed to state the minimum cook temperatures and times for potentially hazardous food.
Correction: Ensure the designated person in charge (PIC) is knowledgeable about foodborne disease prevention, Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point principles and Regulation requirements. The PIC should be prepared to recognize conditions that may contribute to foodborne illness. The PIC must also recognize conditions that fail to comply with Regulation requirements and be authorized to take the appropriate preventive and corrective actions to ensure that the Regulations' objectives are fulfilled.
- Critical: Demonstration of Knowledge* (corrected on site)
Observation: The person in charge failed to state the required temperatures and holding times for the following conditions of potentially hazardous food: (1) Refrigerated storage, (2) Hot holding, (3) Cooling, and (4) Reheating.
Correction: Ensure the designated person in charge (PIC) is knowledgeable about foodborne disease prevention, Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point principles and Regulation requirements. The PIC should be prepared to recognize conditions that may contribute to foodborne illness. The PIC must also recognize conditions that fail to comply with Regulation requirements and be authorized to take the appropriate preventive and corrective actions to ensure that the Regulations' objectives are fulfilled.
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (corrected on site)
Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) foods (beef, ground beef, chicken, milk and etc.) in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (corrected on site)
Observation: The ready-to-eat (RTE) commercially processed milk in the refrigeration unit was not properly dated for disposition after opening.
Correction: Mark a "consume by" date on commercially processed RTE foods at the time the original container is opened. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
Observation: The interior of the microwave was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
Correction: Repair the microwave to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the microwave, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
- Lighting, Intensity
Observation: Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk in cooler.
Correction: Provide at least 10 foot candles at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in the walk-in refrigeration units and dry storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
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08/26/2014 | Routine | |
- Cloths - Wiping Cloths - Use Limitation (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
Observation: Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Chorine sanitizer is below 50 ppm.
Correction: Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
- Critical: Food - Potentially Hazardous Food - Cold Holding* (corrected on site)
Observation: Sliced tomatoes and salsa cold holding at improper temperatures
Correction: Relocate food to a refrigeration unit that is capable of maintaining food storage at 41°F or below.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Observation: Deli/prep unit was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged (not holding required temperature).
Correction: Repair the deli/prep unit to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the deli/prep unit, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
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05/12/2014 | Routine | |
- Cloths - Wiping Cloths - Use Limitation (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
Observation: Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Sanitizer is below 50 ppm chlorine.
Correction: Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Observation: The interior of the microwave was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
Correction: Repair the microwave to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the microwave, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
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01/31/2014 | Routine | |
- Utensils - In-Use - Between-Use Storage (corrected on site)
Observation: Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses. The salt dispending handle is in the product.
Correction: Store in-use utensils or dispensing utensils in one of the following manners: 1) In the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. 2) In food that is not potentially hazardous with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. 3) On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. 4) In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain. 5) In a clean, protected location if the utensils are used only with a food that is not potentially hazardous. 6) In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F.
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (corrected on site)
Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) shredded chiken, ground beef and beef tamales in the refrigeration unit are not properly dated for disposition.
Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Observation: The dishmachine was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged (leaking water).
Correction: Repair the dishmachine to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the dishmachine, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
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10/29/2013 | Routine | |
- Cloths - Wiping Cloths - Use Limitation (corrected on site)
Observation: Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Chlorine sanitizer is less than 50ppm.
Correction: Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
- Sewage - Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater
Observation: A condensate drain line servicing the True prep unit was emptying liquid waste directly onto the floor of the unit.
Correction: Repair/Relocate the condensate drain line to prevent liquid waste discharge onto the floor surface.
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07/30/2013 | Routine | |
| No violation noted during this evaluation. | 04/05/2013 | Follow-up | |
- Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (corrected on site)
Observation: Observed that chili rell. and icream balls were not protected from containation because they were not in packages, covered containers, or wrapped.
Correction: Prevent contamination by storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.
- Critical: Food - Consumption of Raw or Undercooked Animal Foods (repeated violation)
Observation: A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that there is no consumer advisory for the beef steaks that may be served raw and/or undercooked
Correction: If an animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, pork, poultry, or shellfish is served or sold raw or undercooked the permit holder shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and reminder using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means.
- Lighting, Intensity
Observation: Less than 10 foot candles of light was noted in the walk in cooler. Bulb wattage is too low.
Correction: Provide at least 10 foot candles at a distance of 30 inches from the floor in the walk-in refrigeration units and dry storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
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03/28/2013 | Routine | |
- Critical: Hands - When to Wash* (corrected on site)
Observation: A food employee failed to wash his or her hands before engaging in food preparation, after touching bare human body parts, after coughing, sneezing, eating, after handling soiled utensils or after engaging in any activity which may have contaminated his/her hands.
Correction: Instruct food employees to clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles and during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing task.
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (corrected on site) (repeated violation)
Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) chicken and beef in the refrigeration unit are not properly dated for disposition.
Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
- Critical: Food - Consumption of Raw or Undercooked Animal Foods (repeated violation)
Observation: A review of the menu with the foodservice operator indicates that there is no consumer advisory for the beef steaks that may be served raw and/or undercooked
Correction: If an animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, pork, poultry, or shellfish is served or sold raw or undercooked the permit holder shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and reminder using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
Observation: The interior of the microwave was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged.
Correction: Repair the microwave to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the microwave, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
- Critical: Sanitizer - Criteria/Chemicals for food contact* (corrected on site)
Observation: The chlorine sanitizer being applied to food contact surfaces does not meet the requirements of 40 CFR 180.940
Correction: Utilize only sanitizing agent concentrations that meet the requirements of 40 CFR 180.940 when applying to food contact surfaces
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12/12/2012 | Routine | |
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