Sonic

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Hot dogs in hot holding well found with internal temperatures of 115*F-125*F; temperatures verified with PIC's and inspector's calibrated probe thermometers. PIC stated the hot dogs were placed in the hot well around 30 minutes ago and is going to reheated them to 165*F or above before continuing to hot hold them.

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Debris and residue buildup observed below fryer station and behind other areas including slushy machine and coffee/lid station.

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-- Observed standing water in floor drain under 3-compartment sink. Verified no sewage backing up after running plumbing fixtures for several minutes. At the time of inspection, the PIC had employee cleanout floor drain, which instantly cleared the drain. Discussed with the PIC frequently cleaning floor drains and ensuring employees are removing large debris items to helps prevent clogs. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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-- Observed heavy accumulation of food debris and grease throughout the establishment: near ice machine, behind fryer and grill equipment, under 3-comparmtent sink, in floor drains near soda machine. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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-- Light bulbs missing for ceiling lights above dry storage area and fryer station. Lights installed in kitchen must be at an adequate light intensity. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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-- Chlorine sanitation undetectable on dishes in low temp dishwasher. The PIC replaced empty sanitizer container, primed dishwasher, and reran the machine. After replacing the sanitizer container, priming, and rerunning dishwasher, the concentration levels measured between the 50ppm -100ppm range. Please ensure employees are monitoring for empty containers for dish machine as well as utilizing test strips to verify dishes are properly sanitized. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Repeat violations: 2nd

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-- In prep top cooler, observed opened container of hatch green chiles with opened date mark of 5/8/2025. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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-- Hand soap not available for hand sink near walk-in refrigerator. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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-- Chlorine sanitation tested below 50ppm-100ppm in low temp dishwasher. The dishwasher was primed and reran multiple times and the concentration consistently tested under 50ppm-100ppm. The person in charge (PIC) shut down the dish washing machine and placed a "do not use" sign on it. The 3-compartment sink will be used to wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes until dishwasher is repaired. Please ensure employees are utilizing test strips to verify dishes are properly sanitized. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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-- Timer not set for blanched tater tots and groovy fries. An employee stated the items have been held at room temperature for approximately 20 minutes. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. Requested at the time of inspection the PIC set timers for TCS items held under time as a control. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Core-5-403.12, C: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater -- Observed overflow of melted ice under the ice machine. Discussed with the PIC squeegeeing ice/water promptly. Condensate drainage and other non sewage liquids shall be drained from point of discharge to disposal according to law. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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-- Several damaged and missing floor tiles observed throughout the kitchen. Discussed with person in charge importance of filling/closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings. Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings are to be maintained in good repair and must have a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Priority Foundation-3-501.17, Pf: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Date Marking. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources. -- Observed container of pulled pork in reach-in refrigerator without a date mark label. The person in charge(PIC) stated the item was prepped in the morning 2 days ago (4/27/2024). Requested at the time of inspection the PIC place 4/27/2024 date on item. Ensure opened packages/containers of ready-to-eat (RTE) TCS foods are labeled within 24 hours. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Core-5-403.12, C: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater -- Observed overflow of melted ice under the ice machine. Discussed with the PIC squeegeeing ice/water promptly. Condensate drainage and other non sewage liquids shall be drained from point of discharge to disposal according to law. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions -- Observed heavy accumulation of food spoilage buildup throughout the facility: old food debris under 3-compartment sink and on floors throughout the establishment. Spoke with the person in charge (PIC) about increasing cleaning frequencies and creating a cleaning schedule to prevent heavy buildup of debris and food. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Repeat Violation Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. --Observed pool of water and organic matter at bottom of ice scoop container. Person in charge washed, rinsed and sanitized container and scoop. Ensure that cleaning frequencies are increased to prevent buildup that could attract and harbor bacteria. --Observed onion dicer stored away as clean with food debris still dicer blades and block. Person in charge (PIC) stated the dicer is only used for raw onions. Advised PIC that equipment, which is used to prep/process non time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods, must cleaned to sight and touch to prevent contamination of foods. PIC moved the onion dicer to the 3-compartment sink to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd

Repeat Violation Core-4-601.11, C: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils --Observed organic matter and debris on inside of cold-holding units, on equipment surfaces, handles and doors. Observed organic matter on walls behind equipment. Ensure that cleaning frequencies are increased to prevent buildup that could attract/harbor bacteria/pests. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods --Observed areas of rust and significant damage on the inside of the bottom of the prep cooler next to the grill. Person in charge was advised to not place food directly on surface until repaired. Ensure that all surfaces are in good repair, smooth, and easily cleanable. --Observed rusted fan cage on the inside of the ice cream machine directly above ice cream container. Ensure that fan cage is replaced, smooth, and easily cleanable. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection