Sazon Sinaloense

Inspector's notes

Observed no CFPM (Certified Food Protection Manager) onsite at the time of inspection. The PIC (Person in Charge) stated that the forms are located in her daughters car, but not on the mobile unit. Operator was informed that documentation of a CFPM is required to be onsite at all times during operations to ensure active managerial control is being maintained. Corrective Action: Correct prior to the next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed a container of raw, shell-intact, eggs held outside temperature control underneath the large steam table within the mobile unit measured at 68*F. The operator stated that the eggs were brought out to cook an order 20 minutes prior, and they forget to return it to the fridge. Operator was informed that all cold-held TCS (Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety) food items must be held at 41*F or below to ensure protection from bacterial growth within the food. Eggs were placed into a fridge at the time of inspection and returned to proper temperature. Corrective Action: Corrected at the time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed cooked tamales being stored within corn husks outside of a container, resting on the shelving of a fridge unit near the entry of the mobile unit. The PIC (Person in Charge) stated that they normally use metal pans for storage, and was unsure how this occurred. PIC was informed that pans must always be in use when storing food items, and they cannot be stored directly on the shelf. The tamales were moved to a pan at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at the time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed containers of cotija cheese (and one sealed wheel), shredded lettuce, and tomatoes stored in a cooler near the three compartment sink at 52*F. The PIC (Person in Charge) stated that the food has been held for longer than 4 hours. Food was discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at the time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed no chlorine test strips onsite at the time of inspection. The PIC was informed that these must be available at all operational times in order to ensure proper sanitizer concentration to prevent potential chemical intoxication or improper sanitization. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed an outdoor fridge unit and containers of aguas frescas on tables in front of the mobile unit in addition to outdoor cooking and preparation operation located behind the mobile unit at the time of inspection. The outdoor kitchen was composed of several prep tables, burners for cooking, fridges, several coolers, as well as a wash basin for dirty dishware. Fridges contained raw beef, masa, sour cream, cheese, salsas, tamales, etc. Power for the outdoor kitchen and mobile unit as well as water for a rinse hose was being provided by the home located behind the unit. In addition to the kitchen, the unit also had an associated storage container located behind the mobile unit containing dry food items, containers, chemicals, and paperwork. The PIC was informed that the kitchen, coolers, and all other items outside of the mobile food unit are not permissible, and all operational actions and storage must occur at their agreed commissary or within the unit itself. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 5e - Mobile food establishments serving time/temperature control for safety foods shall maintain a log of visits to the approved commissary or food service establishment as required by this Department. This log shall be maintained using a Department approved format and maintained with the establishment at all times. The logs shall be maintained for a period of 30 days and should be available for review by the Department. Addl Notes: Observed no updated commissary visit log at the time of inspection. The PIC stated they last went to their commissary (Ralph's) two weeks prior to inspection. PIC was informed that they must visit each day of operation to fill/dump water, get food items, etc. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 9e - MF Type III-All cooking, processing, preparing, grilling, assembly, storage, and service of any food or beverage shall be conducted inside the permitted vehicle. Addl Notes: Observed pots of beans, tamales, and beef being cooked over burners at the outdoor kitchen, as well as raw beef being trimmed outside behind the unit in their outdoor kitchen area. PIC was informed that all preparation, cooking, and any other processes must occur on the truck at all times in order to stay compliant to the scope of their permit. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 5b - Mobile food establishments shall operate from an approved commissary or other food service establishment as required by this Department, and shall report at least daily to such location for supplies, food storage, vehicle and equipment cleaning, waste disposal, and service operations. Addl Notes: Observed a commissary agreement at the time of inspection. Agreement does not indicate food preparation. Observed food preparation in outside kitchen behind unit. Obtain a commissary agreement for food preparation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.