RINCONCITO PAISA RESTAURANT

High Priority - Food stored in a container that previously held a toxic substance. See stop sale. Observed raw chicken in three compartment sink stored in sanitizer solution. Manager was requested and made discard the item. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.

Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles at reach in cooler at kitchen.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Manager fixed while conducting the inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Unit at cook line. Repeat Violation

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in cooler cooked food ( not in cooling process) properly covered.

Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef on top in use container with limes. Inside reach in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed box of oranges on the floor behind front counter. Manager removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker attached to hose bib next to back door .

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Maria Moreno working without manager certification working over 60days. Warning

Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed 2 plastic containers with sugar and seasoning not labeled behind oven. Manager labeled properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shredded beef not date marked inside walk in cooler. As per manager less than more than 24 hours. Manager dated properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to 3 compartment sink. Manager labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food behind back preparation table.

High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw fish in reach in cooler, operator properly stored it. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantain (122F - Hot Holding); in steam table for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator rehearsed at 165° F or above. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with disinfectant with no label.

Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean metal pan on kitchen floor, operator properly stored it. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer..

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping towels on preparation table, operator stored in Chlorine sanitation solution. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs being stored over cooked plantains in reach in cooler. Repeat Violation

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); and cooked peas and carrots (56F - Cold Holding) in rear upright reach in cooler. As per operator, for more than 24 hours. Indicated to operator products could not be sold to public.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); and cooked peas and carrots (56F - Cold Holding) in rear upright reach in cooler. As per operator, for more than 24 hours. Indicated to operator products could not be sold to public.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice at 122F hot holding, as per operator for 10 minutes. Operator put pan of rice in oven to reheat for hot holding Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink.

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook without knowledge of how to calibrate a thermometer. Coached employee on proper method. Operator calibrated Probe Thermometer using Ice Bath Method. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee cup in front hand wash sink.

Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed operator without knowledge of how to calibrate thermometer. Coached kitchen staff on how to calibrate thermometer properly. Operator calibrated Probe Thermometer using Ice Bath Method. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above sauté line.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air conditioner vents soiled and with grease build up through out the kitchen.

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 3 compartment sink not used in correct order. Observed sanitizer in the middle. Coached operator on proper set up and usage. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed a missing faucet handle at 3 compartment sink.

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed threshold of door repair by base of back door.

Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease build up under hood.

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in ice cream freezer.

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb over pass station without light shield. Indicated to operator that light bulb must be protected.

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in neither womens or mens bathroom Repeat Violation

Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Observed screen door not attached to threshold of door, proped in place.

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of pork belly in reach in cooler not covered. Also, observed bins of rice and beans with inadequate lids to protect product.

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in dining room area wet wiping cloths not stored.

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple squeeze bottles at cook line not labeled. Indicated to operator to label bottles.

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee cleaning preparation table to cleaning dishes to cup carrots without washing hands after changing tasks.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in upright reach in cooler along the wall at cook line raw chicken, raw fish stored over ready to eat marinara sauce.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in upright reach in cooler along the wall at cook line raw chicken stored over raw fish.

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a cup with employees coffee beverage stored on the shelf above the preparation table next to the microwave.

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled with food residue, located over the preparation table at cook line.

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Han sink at cook line. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Denias Sanchez, Juan F chica, Veronica Velazquez. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-22: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-03: Employee training not available during callback inspection. Admin Complaint

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler door handle broken, reach in cooler located next to the fryers. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-22: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-03: Time Extended

High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Observed rinse hose with no air gap in three compartment sink.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked beef in reach in cooler next to fryers. Employees rotated items. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 2 pans with cooked beef labeled 7/15/22. As per manager more than 7 days from prep, discarded the product.

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 pans with cooked beef labeled 7/15/22. As per manager more than 7 days from prep, discarded the product.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (46 F - Cold Holding); lettuce (49 F - Cold Holding). As per manager less than 1 hour. Moved product to walk-in cooler to rapid cool. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose in three compartment sink without a vacuum breaker.

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled in prep area.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a no handle bowl used to dispense rice in steam table, and one to dispense beans in upright cooler.

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles on reach in coolers soiled in prep area.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents and tiles soiled throughout the kitchen area.

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards grooved at prep table area. Repeat Violation

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 employee washing, rinsing a pan and not sanitizing. Manager had pans run through dish machine, while sanitizer stage was being set up.

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap at bottom exit door. Repeat Violation

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles broken in cooking area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled next to steam line.

Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed hoods soiled. Repeat Violation

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking on hand wash by coffe station.

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer water at prep table area. Repeat Violation

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles soiled and in disrepair throughout the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-25: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled through out entire kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-25: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several tiles broken by the grill area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-25: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed one dumbest with lids missing. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-25: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a tile missing on wall next to slicer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-25: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-25: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair and/or in disrepair. Observed some floor tiles disrepair at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-31: Observed some floor tiles disrepair at kitchen area. Warning Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor with deep grout throughout the kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-31: Observed floor with deep grout throughout the kitchen area. Time Extended