Maskadores Taco Shop

Inspector's notes

Observed TCS food items with internal temperature between 50-53F in the prep-cooler by the cook line. TCS food items included cooked red/green salsas, raw shelled eggs, cut tomato pico de gallo, cut leafy greens, sour cream, shredded cheese, and rolled tacos. The person in charge stated the food items had been placed in the prep-cooler for cold holding less than 1.5 hrs ago. Establishment has no other prep cooler or alternate cold holding equipment for the cook line. The person in charge discontinued use of the bottom compartment of the prep-cooler and placed the top compartment in ice bath and under time control.

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Observed prep-cooler by the cook line with minimum ambient temperature of 51.8F as measured by inspector min/max thermometer.

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Observed build up of black organic matter on the walls and ceilings of the walk-in cooler and accumulation of food debris and grease residues on the wall and floor behind the cook line. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed rolled tacos cooling in a prep cooler at the time of inspection. The rolled tacos were in the appropriate time/temperature for cooling. Person in charge moved the rolled tacos to the walk in cooler. 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 no certified food protection manager onsite at the time of inspection.

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Observed build up of organic matter and other food debris on walls, ceiling, storage racks, and service lines inside the walk in cooler. Discussed cleaning frequency.

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This establishment does not have a certified food-service manager. Provide a certified food-service manager during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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The tea dispenser nozzle has a slight buildup of organic residue. Have the tea nozzle properly cleaned and maintain clean at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed no CFPM manager certificate. PIC did not present food handle certificates for the two employees present. Please have a CFPM present during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed can of Raid in the facility. Manager took it home. Ensure that pesticides are only applyied by people with pesticide applicator licenses. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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No PIC present during time of inspection. Multiple priority violations noted. Discussed cold holding temperature requirements.

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**Employee provided screenshots of the Owner's correspondence via email with StateFoodSafety regarding password and username changes. It appears an account has been created, but no mention of registration or payment towards the Food Protection Manager Exam. Inspector provided the phone number for the company. PIC wishes to complete the exam in Spanish. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 4th repeat violation.

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No PIC present during time of inspection. Multiple priority violations noted. Discussed cold holding temperature requirements.

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**Employee provided screenshots of the Owner's correspondence via email with StateFoodSafety regarding password and username changes. It appears an account has been created, but no mention of registration or payment towards the Food Protection Manager Exam. Inspector provided the phone number for the company. PIC wishes to complete the exam in Spanish. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 4th repeat violation.

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Observed black liquid dripping on the sides of a Gourmet Ice unit with its contents including mango ice. Black mold was observed inside the opening of the dispenser area. PIC turned the unit off to clean the areas. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned daily. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed the following TCS food items holding 46-48F: mild salsa, cream, cooked corn, shredded cheese, chopped lettuce, pico, guacamole with chopped tomatoes, chopped cabbage, sour cream, and cooked potatoes. PIC stated that all products had been refilled into the table an hour prior. PIC replaced the out of temperature products with ones from the walk-in refrigerator that were holding 41F. PIC also stated that the pico and the corn were cooked/prepared today. Discussed cooling to 41F prior to placing them into the unit. The top portion of the prep table is designed to maintain cold temperatures. Please cool all food items in the walk-in refrigerator. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed a bottle of stomach relief in the walk-in refrigerator. The bottle was stored on the very top shelf next to sauces and above containers of salsa and cooked potatoes. Inspector asked employees if they were sick or had any symptoms of illness. Both employees said they were not sick. Employee discarded the bottle. Medicines and personal belongings must be stored in designated areas to prevent contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed the refrigerated assembly table holding 44.6F. The unit seemed to fluctuate between 42-48F during the inspection. All food products inside of the unit were no less than 44F. Employee told the Operator to call for maintenance and placed ice under the containers that are kept on the top portion. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18, P: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Disposition. 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 black beans from 3/15 and salsa verde from 3/13 in the walk in refrigerator. PIC discarded the items. TCS foods must be stored for no more than 7 days. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed an accumulation of grease/food debris behind the chest freezer next to the flat top grill. Also observed food debris behind the 3 compartment sink area wall/floor juncture. Please clean. **Repeat violation Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Observed a bottle of sour cream holding 63F. The item was discarded. Observed pico, shredded cheese, guacamole with chopped tomato, chopped cabbage holding 48-50F on the top portion of the assembly line. PIC stated the food items get replaced frequently. PIC moved the items to the walk in refrigerator to cool, and replaced them with items already holding 41F. TCS food must be stored at 41F or below when cold holding. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of 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 items such as containers full of rolled tacos and black beans from 7/18, as well as full containers or salsa. PIC stated the dates were old and the items were made the previous day. Discussed putting correct dates on the food items so the items are not thought to be held for over the approved 7 day limit. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Observed the main cooler on the assembly line holding 42.4F and all TCS food items on top holding 48-50F. Discussed using an ice bath in the cooler to maintain temperatures of 41F or below. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Observed a leak coming from the 3 compartment sink faucet. Please correct. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed heavy accumulation of food debris on the bottom shelf of the prep tables in the kitchen, as well as debris near the floor/wall juncture behind the 3 compartment sink. Please clean. **REPEAT violation Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st