La Hacienda

Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken being stored above raw beef and shrimp. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by arranging each type of food in the correct order so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented.

Inspector notes: Observed tcs food items stored inside of PT & RIC units read at temperatures above 41F. CA: Advised PIC time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below.

Inspector notes: Observed dish washer located in the main kitchen area fail to administer an adequate amount of chlorine sanitizer. CA: Advised PIC Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.

Inspector notes: Observed the interior of the ice machine and prep top cutting boards unclean. CA- ice machine and cutting boards shall be cleaned at a frequency to prevent buildup. 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Cleaning Frequency (P, C) (b) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: (i) Before each use with a different type of raw animal food such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, or poultry. It does not apply if the food-contact surface or utensil is in contact with a succession of different types of raw meat and raw poultry each requiring a higher cooking temperature as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1.04(5)(a) than the previous type such as preparing raw pork followed by cutting raw poultry on the same cutting bo...

Inspector notes: Observed the gasket inside the cooler unclean, observed debris on floors, on counter tops. CA- facility needs to have a deep clean. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Inspector notes: Observed visible light coming from the bottom of the back door. CA- outer openings shall be protected. 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - Outer Openings Protected (C) (m) Outer Openings, Protected. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. 2. The requirements in paragraph 1 of this subsection does not apply if a food service establishment opens into a larger structure, such as a mall, airport, or office building, or into an attached structure, such as a porch, and the outer openings from the larger or a...

Inspector notes: Observed the chlorine sanitizer solution greater than 200ppm in the three compartment sink. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions P, PIC had the solution remade.

Inspector notes: Observed encrusted food buildup on the can opener blade. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. PIC shall have the blade cleaned or replaced.

Inspector notes: Observed failure to date mark prepared TCS food items in the facility. Observed TCS food items with a prep date but no common name. Observed TCS food items without any date marking. Observed TCS food items with a common name but no date mark. Except when packaging food using a reduced oxygen packaging method, and except as specified in paragraphs 4 and 5 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf PIC discarded food made past Tues...

Inspector notes: Observed a container filled with mortars being stored on the floor. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. PIC moved the container.

Inspector notes: Observed wet towels being stored in a prep sink and buckets without sanitizer solution. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); and (ii) Laundered daily. PIC had wet towels discarded in the soiled towel container.

Inspector notes: Observed broken gaskets throughout in the facility in reach in coolers/freezers. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements PIC shall have the gaskets repaired.

Inspector notes: Observed grease buildup on the back and sides of the fryer unit. Observed food debris and buildup in the gaskets of the walk in cooler, prep top cooler doors, and reach in cooler doors. Observed a sticky residue on the sides of containers holding tortilla chips. Observed food debris on the door and sides of the microwave. Observed food buildup on the chest reach in cooler. Observed heavy and food buildup on the stove and grill. Observed heavy buildup on the racks of the conveyor oven. Observed buildup on the outside of the conveyor oven. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC will have these areas cleaned.

Inspector notes: Observed trash and refuse littering the ground around the dumpsters. Storage areas, enclosures, and receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be maintained in good repair. PIC shall have the dumpster areas cleaned.

Inspector notes: Observed a mop head drying in a mop bucket wringer outside. After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. PIC disposed of the mop head.

Inspector notes: Observed a phone being stored on a dry towel on the prep top cooler. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions. PIC moved the phone and discarded the towel.

Inspector notes: Observed the back door leading to the kitchen open without a screen door. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 5 of this subsection, if the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens; (ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or (iii) Other effective means. PIC had door closed.