La Tienda Latina Degrades its Sanitary Rating

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.Observed dishes being washed, the soapy water was in the middle sink, no rinse step. The manager redirected the dishwasher. **Corrective Action Taken**

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.Observed tongs stored on the front of the stove. The tongs were repositioned. **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Observed lack of sign at the cook side hand wash sink. A sign was put in place. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Basic - Stored food not covered in reach-in freezer.Observed pork in the reach in freezer, not covered.

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse.Observed a pan of cooked chicken in the walk in cooler, 49°. The pan was covered by another pan, and was labeled as cooked last night. Alternate cooling methods were discussed, I.e.; place in walk in freezer for a time period, place in walk in cooler uncovered. The chicken was discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**

Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin.Observed the ice chute in the ice machine, with accumulation of black foreign substance.

Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.Observed the can opener with accumulation of food debris. It was put into the dish wash area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

No Violations Were Observed

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Observed the kitchen hand wash sink lacks the proper sign directing employees to wash their hands. **Warning**

High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed under the pass thru window, the reach in cooler: pork 54°, cut tomato 53°, pork 55°, beef 54°. All time temperature items were put in the working walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed motor oil stored on a shelf next to electric panels and over bulk container lids. The oil was moved to the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Intermediate - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is repaired.Observed the reach in cooler below the pass thru window not maintaining time/temperature controlled for safety food below 41°. Pork 54, 55, cut tomato 53°, beef 55°. **Warning**

Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.Observed the can opener having accumulation of food debris on the blade. It was cleaned. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Basic - Dead roaches on premises.Observed 1 dead roach in the corner by the reach in cooler. It was swept up. No callback per Dwayne B.

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.Observed employee water bottle on the prep table with onions. It was put below. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.Observed tongs and a scoop stored on the right hand oven door. They were put on the clean shelf over the oven. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer.Observed in the walk-in freezer, cut raw pork frozen solid, uncovered.

High Priority - Spray bottle with chemical/toxic substance stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. Observed Clorox spray with to go crackers, in dry storage. The spray was moved. **Corrected On-Site**

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed in dry storage, first aid supplies stored over flour. The supplies were moved to the lowest shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Observed fry basket stored in the cook line hand wash sink. It was removed. **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - Compartment of equipment subject to the accumulation of moisture is not sloped to drain to allow complete drainage.The front line display cooler was observed with water pooled inside.

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.In the kitchen, drinks observed on the prep table with the microwave and blender. They were moved to the bottom shelf. On the front line, drinks were observed next to the paper napkins, they were moved. **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.1 pair stored on the front handle of the oven. It was put on the clean shelf over the stove. **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The wet cloth was moved. **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering.Soiled apron left on counter while prep was being done. The apron was put with soiled linens. **Corrected On-Site**

Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin.On the storage bin ceiling. **Repeat Violation**

Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.The can opener was on a shelf in dry storage, and it was observed with accumulated debris on it. It was taken apart and cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.Bulk sugar in dry goods. **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Mixed salt and pepper no labeled, in the market.

High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.Queso 116°, was put on the stove to reheat to 165°.

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Motor oil stored above bucket lids in hall. **Corrected On-Site**

Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin.In the hallway.

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.Drink on by stove. **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner.Metal scrub pad depreciated.

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Between wall and 3 compartment sink, scrapers.

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.3 by stove area. **Corrected On-Site**

High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Red salsa 52°, green salsa 63° in make table. Chilled: Red 41°, green 45° in ice bath.

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Knife and cutting board at grill hand wash sink.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. (Portion cup used to dispense guacamole on cold table) **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. **Repeat Violation**

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. (In reach-in cooler, water dripping into catch pan above food)

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.

Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**

Flammables stored in dry storage area. (Can of gasoline) For reporting purposes only.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. (In reach-in cooler, raw fish and raw shrimp over RTE rice) **Corrected On-Site**

Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.

Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cooled in quantity deeper than 4 inches. (Taco beef from might before cooling in a 6" deep pan @ 45°f)

Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling. (Cooked chicken from night before covered while cooling 46°f)

Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. **Repeat Violation**

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. (Chlorine in towel buckets well over 200 ppm) **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Intermediate - Ice chute on self-service drink machine soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime. **Repeat Violation**

Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. (Fan guard soiled in RIC) **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.

Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.

Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. (On cook line unit with cold table)

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. (Some to go containers in pass-thru window not inverted)

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. (Chlorine in towel bucket well over 100 ppm)

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. (Jug of milk n 3-door reach-in cooler not marked when opened)

Intermediate - Ice chute on self-service drink machine soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime. **Repeat Violation**

Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. (Fan guards soiled in 3 door reach-in cooler)

Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in kitchen.large container of meat **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - Ice scoop stored on top of dirty ice machine between uses. **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - In-use large spoon stored on oven door handle. Oven door

Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food. Items In Reach in cooler

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

High Priority - Cooked potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Refried beans at 52°f ( OVERNIGHT TEMPERATURES) in Reach in cooler .

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Ice in ice machine : very heavy mold-like build up

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. Fried beans at 52°f in Reach in cooler ( OVERNIGHT TEMPERATURES)

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. M. Lagunas : 6-2013

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by equipment : trays in handwash sink **Corrected On-Site**

Intermediate - Ice chute on self-service drink machine soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime. In kitchen **Repeat Violation**

Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling. Retried beans

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked items in Walk in Cooler

High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Pan of chicken 100°. Reheated. **Corrected On-Site**

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Chicken over beef **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Pinto beans. **Corrected On-Site**

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Next to microwave. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. Make table.

Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**

Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles.

Intermediate - Ice chute soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime. In kitchen.

Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Make table. **Repeat Violation**

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in large three door reach in cooler.

Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer''s specifications. Thermometer in cup with ice water reading 20.

Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer. Top pan of chile rellenos on rack.

Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Multiple. Corrective action - discarded.

Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Wiping cloth under cutting board, cook line.

Intermediate - Accumulation of black substance in the interior of the ice machine. Around chute and side.

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm.

Basic - Walk-in cooler and freezer gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.

High Priority - No vacuum breaker on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Secondary splitter from main splitter with large black hose attached.

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing knife and scrub pad, next to fryer. Corrective action - removed.

Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. 500 ppm chlorine.

Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Raw chicken stored above pork in the walkin freezer.

Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Raw chicken stored above pork in reachin cooler in the meat coolerCorrected On Site.

Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. mold-like buildup

Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).

Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reachin Cooler: chicken 51F, Beef 52F, Beans 55 F,Pork 51FCorrected On Site.

Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Reachin Cooler Service Tech on site. Corrected On Site.

Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Raw chicken over shrimp in walkin freezer.

Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Walkin cooler

Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.

Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Clean dishes draining onto paapertowels.

Observed open dumpster lid.

Critical - Label on a food item packaged on-site lacking required information. FLAN. Repeat Violation TWICE. Read Reference Text from 3/7/11 routine inspection.

Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken & Beef at 44 Degrees F on lower shelves of reach-in cooler.

Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Rice at 47 Degrees F & Beans at 53 Degrees F in reach-in cooler over night. Corrected On Site.

Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. ICE. (Scoop with no handle).

Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands. (Turning off water with bare hand).

Water filter to ice machine has not been inspected/dated/ or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.

Critical - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb in mop sink area.

Critical - Observed unlabeled sanitize solution bucket.

Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. chicken strips

Critical - Label on a food item packaged on-site lacking required information. Flan Repeat Violation.

Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sourcream 48 degrees f, ham 45 degrees f & cheese 45 degrees f Corrected On Site.

Critical - Self-service salad bar/buffet not provided with proper dispensing utensils. lemons at beverage station

Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw beef over cooked chicken strips in freezer Corrected On Site.

Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.Corrected On Site.

Observed single-use containers (boxes and/or cans) reused for the storage of food. tomato box

Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.

Clean utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Corrected On Site.

Critical - No original proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Original certiificates not provided.

Critical - Label on a food item packaged on-site lacking required information.Cake/flan in front display case.

Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.

Critical - Vacuum breaker wroung part of Y mopsink at hose bibb.

Critical - Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit one in freezer broken.

In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container flour

Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust fan guard walkin.

Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.

In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.Corrected On Site.

Critical - Observed food stored on floor.carrots Corrected On Site.

Observed open dumpster lid.

Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.eggs

Critical - Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked.rice

Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.meat in freezer

Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.by front door.