Tortas El Guero

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Observed exposed unfinished drywall leading to the restroom. Discussed finishing and painting for cleanable surface - Repeat. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter Addl Notes: Observed unused and misc. equipment in back of facility. Discussed removing unnecessary items and cleaning are to prevent rodent harborage.

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Observed several small holes in the hallway leading to the restroom, and within the employee restroom rendering the areas neither smooth, nor easily cleanable. Discussed repair timeline with PIC. PIC stated he will have them filled in by the end of the week. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed sanitization bay in 3 bay sink with chlorine concentrations in excess of 200ppm. PIC diluted sanitizer to within proper range. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Chlorine sanitization concentrations should be inside the 50-100ppm range. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed dicer with visible dried food debris stored as clean. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed cooked pork in a covered container in prep table cooler measuring 90F. PIC reports this pork was cooked within the hour and placed in the prep table to cool. PIC relocated container to walk in cooler and removed lid for rapid cooling. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed 1/3 size pans of cooked meat cooling at 95-105 degrees Fahrenheit and a cambro-style container of cooked salsa cooling at 93 degrees. All items were located on metal prep tables at ambient temperature and had been cooling for less than 1 hour, prior to inspection per staff. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. Person in charge (PIC) moved containers to walk-in refrigerator during inspection to cool rapidly - inspector verified temperatures. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed several single-use food storage containers (e.g. a margarine container) re-used to store foods like chipotle peppers in adobo and pickled carrots and onions. Food storage containers should be constructed in a way that makes them smooth and durable enough to withstand repeated cleaning. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed significant buildup of grease on vertical baffles of ventilation hood above flat top grill. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed excessive debris throughout kitchen on counters and equipment. Discussed increasing cleaning regimen.

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Observed live roach on the wall near the prep area. Discussed maintaining the establishment free of pests. A re-inspection will be conducted within 10 days to ensure a pest control plan is in place.

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Observed bottle of milk stored inside the ice bin. Can not store personal items in the same bin that holds ice for consumption. Had PIC removed the bottle of milk and discard the ice in that area.

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Observed excessive debris throughout kitchen on counters and equipment. Discussed increasing cleaning regimen.

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Observed cups with no handles used as scoop in sugar bin. Ensure scoops with handles are used to prevent contamination from the hands. When storing scoops with handles, ensure handle is stored in an upright position. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. 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 deep container of red salsa and container of cooked pork dated 3/5 in walk-in unit. PIC stated it was an old stamp and that the food was made on 3/13. PIC stamped new datemarks dated 3/13 on containers at time of inspection. Observed container of pico de gallo and container of cooked pork without datemarking in walk-in unit. PIC stated food items were made on 3/16 and stamped new datemarks dated 3/16 on containers at time of inspection. All RTE/TCS foods must be date marked within the first 24 hours of prep and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Discussed the importance of discarding all RTE/TCS foods after 7 days. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence --- Observed multiple roaches throughout flooring and walls of warewashing area at time of inspection. PIC stated they were aware and that pest control services are hired for regular service. PIC provided pest control invoices. Suggested PIC to have pest control serviced at a more frequent interval if the problem persists. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Core-4-904.11, C: Kitchenware and Tableware-Preventing Contamination; Utensils, Equipment and Linens --- Observed cup with no handles being used as scoops for flour, stored in flour container. Observed cup with no handles being used as scoop for uncooked rice, stored in rice container. Observed finger markings on flour cup. Discussed with PIC the importance of preventing contamination from hands during dry storage. PIC agreed to get proper scooping equipment with handles at their earliest convenience but prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions >>Observed significant organic matter and food debris on the floor and storage rack in cooler. Please ensure storage areas are frequently cleaned and sanitized to avoid contamination and pest issues. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection