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20
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3
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Proper cooling time & temperatures |
Yes |
Yes
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No |
3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P. Observed green enchilada sauce cooling in reach in cooler still above 41F from yesterday. CDI: Product voluntarily discarded. EHS encouraged use of a cooling chart for all items that are cooled.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P. Observed pork pupusas and bean pupusas cooling in reach in cooler at rates of .089F/min and .067F/min respectively. CDI: Products were placed in a container with larger surface area and moved to the reach in freezer to cool. Facility does not have adequate equipment to properly cool. Ensure that products meet required cooling parameters or additional equipment or menu change will be required.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Cooling Food Safely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU . |
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22
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1.50
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Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
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No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed several small pans of proteins holding above 41F. PIC has been pulling these pans out per order to cook/reheat for service and then placing them back in the reach in cooler. CDI: Products began cooling during inspection after lunch rush. If items continue to be above 41F, additional equipment shall be required.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . |
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33
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1
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control |
Yes |
Yes
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No |
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed green enchilada sauce cooling in reach in cooler in deep, covered plastic containers. CDI: Product voluntarily discarded. Observed pupusas cooling in deep pans in reach in cooler. CDI: Items were spread out for cooling. REPEAT VIOLATION
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
4-301.11 Provide equipment in number and capacity so that cooling, heating, and holding temperatures are achieved. -Pf Observed no cooling equipment in facility. Facility cooks and cools several items including sauces, salsas, proteins, and soups. Facility also cools ambient foods such as pupusas and curtido. CDI: EHS and PIC discussed alternative cooling methods today including using the reach in freezer and ice baths. REPEAT VIOLATION
Observed facility has no “work out of” refrigeration at the grill. Employees are walking to reach in coolers, getting items for cooking, and then returning items to the coolers once order is complete. Consider adding refrigeration, or holding some items on TPHC to prevent future cold holding violations. |
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43
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0
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In-use utensils: properly stored |
Yes |
Yes
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No |
3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Observed 2oz portion cup in salsa in reach in cooler. CDI: Cup removed. REPEAT VIOLATION Some improvement from previous inspection as ice scoop handle and rice handle were both out of the product. |
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44
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0
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
No |
No
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No |
4-901.11 (B) After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils may not be cloth dried. Observed employee drying off dishes with a towel. |
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54
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0
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
Yes
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No |
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed significant trash accumulation around dumpster in enclosure. Keep waste in receptacles to prevent pest harborage. This is a shared dumpster. REPEAT VIOLATION
5-501.11 An outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material. Observed dumpster is on dirt. Dumpster is in an enclosure. Dumpster is provided by landlord as a part of the lease. Ensure that dumpster is relocated to an impermeable surface to prevent pest harborage. REPEAT VIOLATION Some improvement as PIC stated that the landlord is working with a contractor to have the area paved.
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed lids on dumpster open. This is a shared dumpster. REPEAT VIOLATION |
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55
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0
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
Yes
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No |
6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Observed some floor tiles cracked. Observed wall in dry storage area is absorbent, unfinished dry wall. Observed missing baseboard tiles in several areas of kitchen. REPEAT VIOLATION Improvement as all ceiling tiles have been replaced with washable tiles.
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed shelving in dry storage area with chipping paint and it is now absorbent. Observed same shelving braces are raw wood. Seal to ensure they are smooth and easily cleanable. REPEAT VIOLATION
6-501.114 Discard items and litter stored on the premises as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed slicer on prep table. PIC stated that slicer is not used for operation. Remove slicer to allow for more prep/storage space. REPEAT VIOLATION |