Sandbar Mexican Grill

Inspector's notes

Observed the cook wipe down the counters with sanitizer, put on gloves, then proceed to make a customer's order without washing his hands. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed cooked onions, spinach dip, philly cheese, and queso with an internal temperature range of 110F-119F in the steam table, and on the flat top. It was observed that the hot water bath that was being used, for the items on the flat top, to keep the food items hot was very low, and had a temperature of 119F. Also for the same food items on the steam table were in two metal containers and were not in contact with the hot water. Per PIC, the food items had been hot holding for less than 2 hours. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed no hand drying provisions at any of the hand wash sinks at the central bar. PIC provided paper towels at the hand wash sinks at time of inspection. Each handwashing sink must be provided with hand drying provisions at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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. Addl Notes: Observed no hand soap at any of the hand wash sinks located at the central bar area. PIC provided hand soap at time of inspection. Each handwashing sink must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed build up of organic matter on all soda nozzles located both bar areas. PIC cleaned soda nozzles at the time of inspection. Also observed rust and organic matter located inside the bar ice machine. Soda nozzles and ice machines must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter. Discussed cleaning frequency and cleaning methods with the PIC. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed bartender making drinks without a hair restraints. Food employee must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food. Employee tied hair back at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed dirt, dust, and grease throughout kitchen area and back rooms. Also observed holes in the walls throughout kitchen area. Physical facilities must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Please seal holes prior to next routine inspection. orrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

PIC did not have food manager certificate.

Inspector's notes

Observed pico, shredded cheese, halved grape tomatoes with internal temperature between 49 and 53 degrees Fahrenheit. All TCS items were moved to the walk in refrigerator at the time of inspection. TCS foods shall be held cold at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below to prevent microbial growth. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed prep table on the west side of the kitchen with ambient air temperature of 53 degrees Fahrenheit.

Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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 handwashing station at the outside bar without soap available. Soap, paper towels, and warm water shall be available at all handwashing stations. Correct prior to re- inspection on Tuesday, February 6th. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection