LAS PALOMAS

Observed opened disposable plastic water bottle stored on prep table. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. Corrective Actions: PIC immediately discarded plastic water bottle and educated employees on the use of proper drinking cups.

Observed several wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n). Corrective Actions: PIC placed all wet wiping cloths in chlorine sanitizing solution.

Observed employee food and drink stored with food in cold-holding equipment. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. 2. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles cannot occur. Corrective Actions: PIC immediately placed all employee food and drink items in designated employee containers to prevent contamination.

First Consecutive Repeat Violation Working containers of food (2 seasoning shakers and bottle of oil) removed from original container not identified by common name. Food packaged in a food service establishment, that is not provided by a foodservice employee upon consumer request, shall be labeled as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101- Food labeling, and 9 CFR 317 Labeling, marking devices, and containers. 2. Label information shall include: (i) The common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement. Corrective Actions: PIC immediately labeled all containers of food with the common name.

Observed container of shredded lettuce in a cooling state while fully covered. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (i) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (ii) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Corrective Actions: PIC immediately uncovered container of lettuce. See temperature log for cooling curve.

Observed chlorine sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizing solution shall not have a concentration exceeding 100 ppm (parts per million). Corrective Actions: Manager made new sanitizing solution at proper concentration.

Observed oven cleaner spray bottle being used to store sanitizing solution. A container previously used to store poisonous or toxic materials shall not be used to store, transport, or dispense food. Corrective Actions: Manager discarded spray bottle and stated new spray bottles will be purchased and used.

Observed 2 seasoning shakers near prep top cooler without label with common name of food. Food packaged in a food service establishment, shall be labeled as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101- Food labeling, and 9 CFR 317 Labeling, marking devices, and containers. Label information shall include: The common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement. Corrective Actions: Manager labeled seasoning shakers.

First Consecutive Repeat Violation In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. 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. Corrective Actions: Manager arranged utensils so that the handles were not making contact with rice and flour.

First Consecutive Repeat Violation Observed missing drain plug at dumpster. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. Corrective Actions: Manager stated property owner will be notified to have drain plug installed.

Observed risers to the grease trap and septic tanks without all necessary screws intact to secure the lid.

Sewage shall be disposed through an approved facility that is: An individual sewage disposal system that is sized, constructed, maintained, and operated according to law.

Note: PIC stated the missing/loose screws will be tightened/replaced as needed.

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

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.

Note: PIC obtained scoop with handle.

Observed gaskets with food debris build-up.

Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Note: PIC stated the gaskets will be cleaned and maintained at a frequency to prevent accumulation.

Observed missing drain plug at dumpster.

Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place.

Note: PIC stated that drain plug will be installed.

Observed holes in wall in main kitchen above preparation sink.

All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Note: PIC stated all holes will be sealed.

Observed ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable above reach-in coolers.

Ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

Note: PIC stated the ceiling tiles will be replaced with smooth and easily cleanable tiles.

Observed 2 containers of beef (carne asada) and chicken cooling while fully covered. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Note: PIC uncovered foods to allow proper heat transfer.

Observed mop sink to reach peak temp of 50°F with time. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. Note: PIC will call plumber to supply hot water to mop sink.

Plastic containers were wet stacked on the shelf beside the 3 compartment sink. Allow all equipment and utensils to air dry. COS- Containers were moved to be re-washed, rinsed and sanitized. 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - Equipment & Utensils, Air-Drying Required (C) (10) Protection of Clean Items.

(a) Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils:

1. Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food; and

2. May not be cloth dried except that utensils that have been air-dried may be polished with cloths that are maintained clean and dry.