Salsitas Mexican Food

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Observed torn plastic curtains in walk-in cooler and hole in bottom of door frame of employee restroom. Discussed with PIC that physical facility requires to be maintained in good repair, smooth and cleanable at all times.

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Observed dim and flickering light in unisex restroom. Discussed with PIC that adequate light is required for all walk-in refrigeration.

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Observed large pan of pinto beans in walk-in cooler reading temp 57F and put in last night after cooking. Discussed with PIC that once cooked beans should be placed in smaller pans and let to cooled from 135F to 70F within the first 2 hours and to 41F in next two hours total.

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Observed several wet wiping cloths stored on top of cutting boards at prep-table and steam table. Discussed with PIC that once use the wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer bucket. 2nd consecutive occurrence

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Observed buildup of food debris on handles of the prep-table refrigerator doors. Discussed with PIC that non-food contact surfaces require to be cleaned more frequently.

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Observed missing tiles above handwash sink behind grill and peeling paint and buildup dirt debris on entrance doors and restroom doors. Discussed with PIC that required to maintain physical facility in good repair, smooth and cleanable.

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Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of inspection.

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Observed drive-thru window with holes in bars of windows exposed to outside, the door is not self-closing and no air curtain. Discussed with PIC that required to prevent pests from coming inside.

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Observed several wet wiping cloths being stored on prep-table and by table with aguas. Discussed with PIC that wet wiping cloths required to be stored in a bucket with sanitizer.

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Observed no covered waste receptacle in unisex employee restroom. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacle is required in unisex/female restrooms.

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Observed dirt buildup and peeling paint on storeroom door frame, storeroom wall and the door to entrance of kitchen on outside and inside. Also tile missing and holes present above hand sink next to ice machine. Discussed with PIC that physical facility required to be in good repair, smooth and cleanable.

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Observed top of chest freezer torn out corner, doors to kitchen and storeroom with peeling paint and dirt debris. Discussed with PIC that all equipment and fixtures need to be in good repair, smooth and cleanable.

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*Second Consecutive* Observed hand sink near food prep sink without paper towels or hand drying provision readily available. PIC had employee re-stock paper towels at time of inspection. Hand-washing sinks must be maintained and stocked with to promote proper handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed Various TCS items (see embargo for full list) in walk-in cooler with internal temperatures ranging from 47-58*F. Per PIC all cooked/prepped items had been in walk-in since day before or longer. At start of inspection walk-in cooler had an ambient temperature of 48*F but dropped to 40.2*F at time of inspection. Recommendation was made to PIC to get technician out to look/check walk-in. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed hand sinks near food prep sink and desserts/fruit display case without paper towels or hand drying provision readily available. PIC had employee re-stock paper towels at time of inspection. Hand-washing sinks must be maintained and stocked with to promote proper handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed walk-in door not properly closing; seal on walk-in in disrepair, top latch is missing, and door handle latch is loose. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed pink slime-like substance on the front side of panel in ice machine, Per PIC ice machine is cleaned once a month. Discussed with PIC to clean ice machines at a frequency to maintain free of organic growth. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Core-6-301.14, C: Handwashing Signage. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing. ---Observed no signage at all handwashing sinks, 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. Provided PIC with signage at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Core-3-501.13, C: Thawing ---Observed box of frozen chicken on back prep counter left to thaw, Discussed proper thawing methods with PIC, Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41*F or less; or Completely submerged under running water. Employee moved chicken into walk-in to thaw. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Core-6-303.11, C: Intensity-Lighting ---Observed lights under hood to be out, Please replace prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods 1) Replace the burnt out light underneath the hood. 2) Test and certify the RPZ backflow for the soda equipment and provide the test report. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Priority Foundation-5-203.11, Pf: Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing. 1) Provide an NSF approved hand sink with splash guards in the back prep area next to the prep sink. Provide hot and cold water and provide a rigid drain line to the floor sink. 2) Provide an additional NSF approved hand sink near the drink prep/drive thru area. An insta hot may be installed to provide hot water to the hand sink. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A), P: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law 1) Cap the direct drain line for the 3-compartment sink and route the drain line to the floor sink. Ensure drain line is rigid (ABS or PVC). Ensure there is a 1-inch air gap above the floor sink. 2) Adjust the counterweight on the hand sink faucet so that it does not go past the flood rim of the sink. 3) Test and certify the RPZ backflow device for the soda equipment. Provide the test report. 4) Repair the hot and cold-water line on the middle 3-compartment sink faucet. Hot water does not turn off when cold-water is turned on. 5) Provide rigid drain lines (PVC) for the ice machine and soda system. Lift drain lines up off the floor and provide a 1-inch air gap. Provide a small stainless steel table in this area where the drain lines are located. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods 1) Install additional mop sink hangers over the mop sink basin. 2) Provide a bead of silicone behind all sink fixtures. 3) Provide missing CAM buttons in the walk-in cooler. 4) Provide a self-closing drive thru window or repair the air curtain. 5 Switch out the perforated ceiling tiles above the drink prep area for washable vinyl ceiling tiles. 6) Overlay stainless-steel over the front beverage counter. Laminate is not approved. 7) Provide lights underneath the hood. Ensure lights are shielded. 8) Provide high temperature silver colored silicone to the gaps of the hood. 9) Seal in the pipe penetration next to the backflow. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection