Nekter Juice Bar

Inspector's notes

Observed the handwashing station closest to prep sink being blocked by a container of nut milk. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed a case of bananas being stored directly on the floor of the kitchen. Person in charge moved the bananas at the time of inspection. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Various in-use cutting boards and boards stored as clean were observed with deep grooves and dark discoloration. Please ensure cutting surfaces are maintained in good repair to be smooth and easy to clean. Please resurface or replace. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed two unlabeled spray bottles on a metal shelf containing clear liquid. Person in charge (PIC) stated that spray bottles were filled by previous shift employees and could not conclusively identify the contents of the spray bottles. Ensure that working containers of chemical products are labeled with the common name of the chemical product. PIC voluntarily discarded contents of spray bottles during inspection to correct. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Priority Foundation-5-202.12 (A), Pf: Handwashing Sinks, Installation; Proper Temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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 faucet missing from hand wash sink by prep sink. Hand sink was inoperable. Per PIC, establishment is aware of broken faucet and parts have been ordered. Hand sinks must be maintained in good repair. Repair prior to re-inspection on 3/22/2024. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Priority Foundation-3-501.19 (A1, B2, C2-3), Pf: Time as a Public Health Control; Documentation. 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 spinach and kale on shelving by juice machine at 68-70'F. Per PIC and policy, establishment uses time as a control and product was placed out of temperature at 7 AM. Per PIC, establishment records times on laminated paper. Last date for time as a control recorded on log sheet was 2/15. PIC recorded time and date on log sheet for spinach/kale observed. Discussed importance of maintaining time as a control logs with PIC. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11, P: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals-----Observed tub of liquid sitting on ground with juice portioner/scoop submerged in tub. PIC stated portioner/scoop was being sanitized in chlorine. Observed chlorine concentration over 200+ ppm. PIC removed from sanitizer and replaced with quat sanitizer. Discussed importance of proper sanitizer levels with the PIC and cleaning process (wash, rinse, and sanitize) with PIC. Discussed with PIC if chlorine sanitizer is used for sanitizing food contact surfaces, chlorine test strips is required. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Core-3-304.14, C: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation-----Observed 0 ppm quat sanitizer in sanitizer buckets throughout establishment. PIC changed out sanitizer buckets at time of inspection. Sanitizer buckets measured at 200-400 ppm after changing. Discussed importance of maintaining sanitizer concentrations in sanitizer buckets with PIC. :

Core-5-501.17, C: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered-----Observed no covered receptacle in unisex bathroom. Covered receptacles are required in all unisex and female bathrooms. Provide prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11, P: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source. Observed white, fuzzy organic matter growth on several strawberries inside several separate clamshell cases in walk-in fridge. PIC discarded strawberries with organic matter growth. Food must be unadulterated. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-702.11, P: Cleaned and Sanitized Before Use After Cleaning. 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. Observed employee to be washing dishes at three compartment sink, employee submerged dishes in quat sanitizer for less than 20 seconds before taking dishes out of sanitizer and bringing to prep station to be used for smoothie/bowls. Discussed with PIC that according manufacturer instructions of the quat sanitizer establishment utilizes for sanitizing dishes, dishes must be submerged in solution between 150-400ppm for a minimum of 1 minute and allowed to fully air dry prior to use to properly sanitize and prevent wet chemicals from getting into food. PIC sanitized dishes for 1 minute and allowed dishes to air dry at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11, P: Separation-Storage Observed containers of liquid pot & pan detergent, containers of liquid restroom cleaner, and containers of liquid cleaner being stored on top shelf above clean dishes on clean dish rack by three compartment sink. PIC moved potentially toxic materials to bottom shelfing at time of inspection. Chemicals and other potentially toxic materials must be stored in a way to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, and other food contact surfaces. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed escutcheon plates around plumbing protrusions to left of three compartment sink to be unsealed to wall. Observed missing/broken floor tile in front of back door. Observed rubber baseboard in disrepair by mop sink and front of walk-in. Repair all areas to they are smooth, easily cleanable, prevent the pooling/seepage of liquids, and prevent entry of pests. 2nd Consecutive Violation Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection