Alarcon's Store & Restaurant

Observed no disposable hand towels at the employee handwashing sink in the kitchen area. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with disposable hand towels. PIC put disposable hand towels at the employee handwashing sink in the kitchen area.

Observed brown/black build-up in large ice bin in main kitchen area. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins. PIC will drain, clean, and sanitize large ice bin kin in kitchen area by today.

Observed single-use items (plates) in packs sitting on floor under prep table in middle of kitchen area. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored in a clean, dry location where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination and at least 6 inches above the floor. PIC put plates up and at least 6 inches above the floor.

Observed unapproved cooking equipment on prep table in middle kitchen area. CA:Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. PIC stated that the owner is in the process of purchasing an approved piece of equipment.

Observed unisex restroom trash can not covered. CA: A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. PIC will get a cover to go over trash can in unisex restroom.

Observed a door knob and screws in the handwash sink in the main kitchen area. CA: A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS PIC removed the door knob and screws.

Observed a wet mop sitting in the mop bucket not being actively used. CA: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. COS PIC hung mop to properly dry.

Observed brown/black build-up in large ice bin in main kitchen area. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins. PIC will drain, clean, and sanitize large ice bin kin in kitchen area by today.

Observed flour out of original container in a bin in the kitchen area not labeled with common name. CA: Label information shall include the common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement. PIC is in the process of labeling the flour in the bin that is out of the original container in the kitchen area.

Observed cinnamon sugar out of original container in a bin in the kitchen area not labeled with common name. CA: Label information shall include the common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement. PIC is in the process of labeling the cinnamon sugar in the bin that is out of the original container in the kitchen area.

Observed most recent inspection report not displayed in a location that is conspicuous to consumers. CA: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. PIC will post most recent inspection report in a location in a location that is conspicuous to consumers.

Observed single-use item (small cup) being used as a scooper in a garlic powder container. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will remove single-use item (small cup) out of garlic powder container and replace with an approved scooper.

Observed raw chicken being stored above ready to eat food products (tomatoes and lettuce). CA: Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: Arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. PIC will have raw chicken moved to the bottom of the RIC and tomatoes moved to the top.

Observed raw chicken breast in the RIC temping above 41 degrees. PIC stated that the chicken was in the RIC since yesterday afternoon. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. COS PIC had employee to toss chicken in the trash.

Observed black/slime build up in the large ice machine in the main kitchen area. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins. PIC will have ice machine cleaned.

Observed a wet mop sitting in the mop bucket not being actively used in the back of the facility. CA: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. PIC will have mop hung to properly dry.

Observed green salsa and butter uncovered in RIC in main kitchen. PIC covered green salsa and butter in RIC in main kitchen.

Observed diced ham, sausage bits, diced white onions and other food items not properly date marked in RIC across from 3-compartment sink in main kitchen. PIC is in the process of properly date marking diced ham, sausage bits, diced white onions and other food items in RIC across from 3-compartment sink in main kitchen.

Observed a toxic chemical substance on a shelf where food items are stored for consumers not properly stored or labeled. PIC removed toxic chemical substance from shelf where food items are stored for consumers and put item in the chemical substances area. PIC also labeled item as well.

Observed diced ham, sausage bits, diced white onions and other food items out of original containers not properly labeled in RIC across from 3-compartment sink in main kitchen. PIC is in the process of properly labeling diced ham, sausage bits, diced white onions and other food items in RIC across from 3-compartment sink in main kitchen.

Observed an Ice Cream RIF being utilized to store meat food items. Informed PIC that an Ice Cream RIF is only approved to store ice cream items. PIC will have until 03/26/2024 to have Ice Cream RIF replaced with an approved commercial grade RIF to store meat products.

Observed light bulb not working properly on far right side of vent hood when entering kitchen area. PIC stated that maintenance is aware of this issue.

Observed scoop in flour bin not properly stored. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon. PIC will remove scoop to clean and sanitize and then store scoop properly.

Observed grease build up one vent hood. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have vent hood cleaned.

Observed outside dumpster not on a surface that is easily cleanable. CA: an outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and shall be smooth, durable, and sloped enough to drain to prevent the collection of surface water. PIC will have dumpster placed on an easily cleanable surface. PIC stated that they are still trying to get concrete poured but cannot due to weather.

Observed food items (raw chicken, raw chicken wings, ham, menudo, gringa, and pastor) in the RIC in main kitchen area tempting higher than 41 degrees. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. COS PIC throw items away that were tempting higher than 41 degrees.

Observed CFSM certificate associated with another facility. CA: Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection. PIC will get another employee CFSM certified or have current CFSM specifically working at this facility.

Observed both men's and women's restroom without paper towels. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels; A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; A heated-air hand drying device. PIC will have paper towels place in both restrooms.

Observed slime build up in ice machine in main kitchen area. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins. PIC will have ice machine cleaned and sanitized.

Observed raw chicken, ham and other items not properly date marked. CA: A refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food ingredient or a portion of a refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food that is subsequently combined with additional ingredients or portions of food shall retain the date marking of the earliest-prepared or first-prepared ingredient. PIC will have items properly date marked.

Observed numerous flies flying around main kitchen area. CA: he presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. PIC will try to decrease the number of flies in main kitchen area by using pest control devices.

Observed two dented cans (corn and tuna) not properly labeled DO NOT USE or separated from other can goods. CA: Products that are held by permit holder for credit, redemption, or returned to the distributor, such as damaged, spoiled, or recalled products, shall be segregated and held in designated areas that are separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. COS PIC removed dented cans from shelf.

Observed employees in kitchen not wearing hair restraints. CA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. PIC will have employees put hair restraints on.

Observed leaks on both faucets near meat sinks. CA: System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. PIC will have both faucets repaired.

Observed scoop in flour not properly stored. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon. PIC will remove scoop and clean and sanitize it.

Observed seasoning being stored in an old Fireball container. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will remove seasoning from old Fireball container and have product placed in a food grade container.

Observed grease build up on vent hood. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have vent hood cleaned.

Observed outside dumpster not on a surface that is easily cleanable. CA: n outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and shall be smooth, durable, and sloped enough to drain to prevent the collection of surface water. PIC will have dumpster placed on an easily cleanable surface.

Observed wet mop not hung to properly dry. CA: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. PIC will have wet mop hung to properly dry.

Observed most recent inspection report not properly posted. CA: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. PIC will post most recent inspection for public view.

Observed no handwash signage at handwash sink in main kitchen area. CA: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. PIC will post a handwash sign at handwash sink in main kitchen area.

Observed ice scoop in ice machine not properly stored. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food. COS PIC removed ice scoop to clean and sanitize.