Pepes Molino

Prepared foods such as refried beans made yesterday, should be properly labeled with expiration date of no more than 7 days. Preparation day counts as day 1.

Larger sized wares are being washed in two compartment sink near exit screen door. Three compartment sink near hot holding station is not properly being utilized. As noted in previous report, plastic bins are being used inside each compartment to wash wares. Owner stated they have been encouraged to use such bins for temporary events, but it was explained today that at this establishment, that has a C of O, plumbing, etc, three compartment sink must be utilized properly. Stoppers are needed in o

Observed rodent glue traps on top of water heater. NO evidence observed today of rodent activity. Owner stated they do not have a current pest control service. Please ensure that when pesticides are being used at location, that they be properly treated with a commercialized pest control company. Ensure to not use uncommercialized pesticides in establishment. Observed opening along screen door leading to exterior of building. Ensure to seal any openings leading to exterior of building to prevent

Observed cloth towels that are used for multi wiping purposes, to not be stored in sanitizing solution when not in use. Ensure that solution is maintained between 50-100ppm.

Observed bags of frozen foods items, (i.e. frozen bacon slices, ice bags, etc) to be stored on floor in walk in freezer. Ensure that all foods articles are stored 6 inches or more off the floors.

Lighting not available in walk in freezer. Ensure to install proper lighting in walk in freezer that will allow visibility in entirety of freezer, to allow for proper cleaning.

Ensure that when cooling, to not cover foods prior to completion of cooling. Once foods have reached their cold hold temperature of 41 degrees F and below, then foods can be covered to ensure proper cooling is conducted.