El Quiche Bakery Store
Last inspected: May 14, 2024
74
Score
El Quiche Bakery Store has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The newest entry in the record is dated May 14, 2024. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from 16 violations to four.
Utensils, equipment & linens comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Providence average 80, so El Quiche Bakery Store trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 14, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Inspector observed leak to the plumbing for the dessert hand sink.
5-205.15
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the located in back kitchen area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Knives are being stored between wall and 3 bay sink. PIC informed to remove, clean, sanitize and store utensils on a clean surface.
4-903.11(A)
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the kitchen area do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
74
Apr 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 16 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (prepared cabbage) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of black residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Unit taken out of service to be washed and sanitized. PIC voluntary disposed of ice.
4-601.11(A)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw chicken was observed thawing in a bucket. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing.
3-501.13
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the all refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
Inspector notes: Inspector observed a PUR filter attached to handsink faucet head. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Frozen desserts packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.
3-602.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the basement area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the (kitchen) area is in poor repair(hole near ventilation) The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the kitchen area do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the bakery prep area (basement) and dessert room area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-201.16
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: Handwashing signage is lacking at handwashing sink in kitchen. A sign or poster is needed to notify employees to wash their hands.
6-301.14
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back kitchen area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of various dry foods. Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.
3-304.12
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Utensils in the (kitchen area) are displayed with the lip surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided.
4-903.11(A)
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Knives are being stored between wall and 3bay sink. PIC informed to remove knives wash, sanitize, and store properly.
4-903.11(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Quiche Bakery Store last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Quiche Bakery Store on file is from May 14, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Quiche Bakery Store?
Across the inspection record, utensils, equipment & linens has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Quiche Bakery Store.
How does El Quiche Bakery Store compare to other restaurants in Providence?
El Quiche Bakery Store most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has El Quiche Bakery Store's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at El Quiche Bakery Store have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about 16 previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at El Quiche Bakery Store means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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