Ralph's Snack Bar

Inspector's notes

Observed raw, packaged and frozen pork chorizo being stored over RTE mayonnaise jars. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed package of "hot shot" fogging cans meant for insect control stored on bottom shelf in dry storage area. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed accumulation of wrapping materials/plastic and food debris in freezer with meats. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris; under storage racks and other areas of the establishment. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed raw, packaged and frozen pork chorizo being stored over RTE mayonnaise jars. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed package of "hot shot" fogging cans meant for insect control stored on bottom shelf in dry storage area. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed fridge in kitchen food preparation area reading 50°F, with TCS food items which had been stored inside since yesterday according to PIC. PIC is unsure how long fridge has been out of temperature. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. PIC voluntarily destroyed items due to extended period of time in out of temperature fridge. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below by 9/13/26. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection by 9/13/26.

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Observed accumulation of wrapping materials/plastic and food debris in freezer with meats. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris; under storage racks and other areas of the establishment. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed an accumulation of food debris on the floor of the freezer walk-in. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed leftover food debris and grease on the floor near the oil receptor area at exterior parking lot area of commissary. Refuse area and enclosure shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Please clean the area prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed a damaged gasket for the glass door located at the walk-in freezer. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all 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 leftover food debris and grease on the floor near the oil receptor area at exterior parking lot area of commissary. Refuse area and enclosure shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Please clean the area prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed one can of Raid spray underneath a prep table in the commissary kitchen. Because of the toxicity of restricted use pesticides, they can only be applied by certified operator. Person in charge discarded the can of Raid spray at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed leftover food debris and grease on the floor near the oil receptor area at exterior parking lot area of commissary. Refuse area and enclosure shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Please clean the area prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed an accumulation of left over food debris inside the walk-in freezer. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed packaged raw bacon and packaged raw pork chorizo stored above packaged mayo inside the warehouse store refrigerator. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed a container of prepared ceviche stored inside the warehouse walk-in fridge without a date of when the food was prepared. Person in charge was not sure when the food was prepared. RTE (ready-to-eat) /TCS (time/temperature control for safety) foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Person in charge discarded the ceviche at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed leftover food debris and grease on the floor near the oil receptor area at exterior parking lot area of commissary. Refuse area and enclosure shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Please clean the area prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed meat slicer with old meat residue after being used earlier in the day. Ensure meat slicers are properly cleaned at least every 4hours including before end of day. Operator proceeded to contact employee to detail clean and sanitize meat slicer. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed gap at bottom of warehouse entry roll up door. Ensure to properly seal any gaps to prevent rodent entry. Keep a Pest Control report on file. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Ensure to maintain all floors, walls and ceiling of warehouse area including under and behind equipment. Observed ceiling panels in disrepair and excessive debris behind equipment along walls of warehouse. Ensure to detail clean and sanitize all food storage areas. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Upon request of a valid Certified Food Protection Manager operator did not provide copy of valid certification. Ensure to provide copy of Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Upon request of a valid Certified Food Protection Manager operator did not provide copy of valid certification. Ensure to provide copy of Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed plate of food stored on top of cooling unit in warehouse area next to ice machine. Ensure that all employees are eating in designated areas. Operator proceeded to remove food items.

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Internal temperature of 78*F for gravy stored in refrigeration unit of kitchen. Operator mentioned gravy was placed in unit at 10am this morning. Food items have exceeded the cooling parameters and food shall be discarded. Operator voluntarily discarded ~10lbs of cooked gravy. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed Raid Can for pesticide use stored under prep table in warehouse area. Operator was instructed to discard Raid can at time of inspection. A certified pest control company shall be used to properly apply pesticides in food facility areas. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed one bag of hash browns in box stored on floor at walk-in refrigeration unit. All food items shall be stored at least 6inches off the floor to prevent contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Operator proceeded to move food items at least 6inches off the floor.

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Observed excessive grease/oil spills at oil receptor area at exterior parking lot area of commissary. Discussed with operator proper cleanup for grease/oil spills. Ensure to use absorbent for any oil spills to be properly cleaned and maintained. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Per Operator, the following food items stored in freezer unit to be cooled from service on a mobile food facility of earlier (11am). TCS food items shall not be cooled or used as carry over for next day. The following food items were voluntarily discarded at time of inspection. Operator is instructed to remove freezer of relocate inside approved warehouse area. -Chicken-2lbs -Taco meat-3lbs -Cooked beans-6lbs -Asada-6lbs -Pork meat-1lbs -carnitas-3lbs - Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

The cold-water knob is stripped at the 3-comp sink. Have repaired to function properly.

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 heavy mold accumulation on #865 burritos, #833 mac & cheese, #803 sour cream, cantaloupes, and grapes. Operator voluntarily discarded all foods items. Food was embargoed. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection From Cross Contamination. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination. Observed #813 raw beef stored over ready to eat chicken tender strips inside the walk-in chiller refrigerator. Observed #813 raw beef stored over ready to eat cheese. Operator removed ready to eat chicken tender and ready to eat cheese to a different area at a higher location inside the refrigerator. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11, P: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. 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 wrapped food item on baking sheets which had thick wet card-board debris material on the sheets inside the walk-in refrigerator. Operator removed all baking sheets from use and were placed to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14, P: Cooling. 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 following tcs foods cooling down inside the walk-in refrigerator (milk-type baskets wrapped in clear film) for an unknown amount of time, per person in charge. # 865 cooked rice 44F, cooked al pastor 45F, cooked bean burritos 45F, cooked sausages 44F. #857 cooked head 56F. #825 cheese 62F, cooked beans 53F, raw chicken 59F, cooked rice 76F, cooked al pastor 55F, cooked ground beef 70F. #857 cooked rice 57F, cooked al pastor 52F, cooked beef patties 58F, cooked beans 69F, #787 cooked Al pastor 79F-101F, cooked beans 70F-100F, cooked beef patties 83F, cooked rice 90F, cooked carne asada 71F, nacho cheese 77F. # 859 nacho cheese 89F, cooked beef head 99F, cooked ground beef 92F, cooked potatoes 112F, cooked chicken 84F, cooked beans 89F, cooked al pastor 95F. #813 cooked burger 59F, cooked beans 81F, cooked carne asada 67F, cooked chicken 73F, cooked rice 70F, cooked beef head 82F, tuna 44F, egg salad 46F, nacho cheese 51F, cooked chicken 50F, burritos 55F, hot dogs 52F, grilled chicken 48FF, shredded cheese 52F, breaded chicken 50F, chicken tenders 48F, hash browns 45F. Operator voluntarily discarded all tcs foods items. Tcs food were embargoed. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Priority Foundation-3-501.15 (A), Pf: Cooling Methods. 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 beef/chicken fajitas being cooled down in the walk-in freeze wrapped in a clear film. Operator removed film and cooled down in an open form. Other tcs foods were being cooled down in film wrapped containers stored on the middle to bottom shelves of the walk-in refrigerator. Ensure all cooling is done in an open form allowing air to flow in shallow pans. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Repeat Violation Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Observed trash debris inside the walk-in cooler #2. Remove all debris. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.13, P: Conveying Sewage Observed large amount of pooling wastewater at the wastewater drain at the exterior portion of commissary property located in the southwest section of the commissary. The wastewater pooling is discharge wastewater from their mobile food units. The wastewater is not draining in that area, the wastewater is draining adequately in the other 3 drain areas. Fix wastewater pooling and ensure all drains flow adequately. Re-inspection within 24 hours. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Repeat Violation Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability in the small walk-in freezer, north of the ice-machine, observed floor in disrepair. Repair flooring. In the south walk-in refrigerator #2, observed ceiling in disrepair. Repair ceiling. ensure finished material are smooth, easy to clean, durable and non-absorbent Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed gap at the condensation water lines inside the walk-in refrigerator #6. and salsa walk-in cooler. Repair and seal all gap. Ensure finished material is smooth, easy to clean, durable and non-absorbent.. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st

Core-6-303.11, C: Intensity-Lighting Observed lights are in disrepair in walk-in cooler #0, #2, and chiller room. Provide adequate lights through out the establishment. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises >>>Observed a 25 lbs sack of onions stored on the ground inside the dry storage area of the warehouse. Advised operator that all consumables must be stored six inches above the ground to prevent contamination from the premises. Operator moved the onions into a basin six inches above the ground. Corrected at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-101.15, P: Galvanized Metal, Use Limitation >>>Observed a basin full of uncut raw onion in the dry storage of the warehouse at time of inspection. Advised operator that food must be stored in food safe container. Instructed operator to have the onions moved to a food safe container. Correct prior to re-inspection on 8/24/2023. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces >>>Observed eggshells, accumulation of food scraps, and dirt along the inside of the walk-in refrigerator. Advised operator equipment must remain cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Correct 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 >>>Observed gaping holes in the ceiling due to water damage in the dry storage area of the warehouse. Advised operator that physical facilities must be maintained to prevent contamination. Correct prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection