Mezcalero

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Inspections

1. Jan 15, 2025 Routine · 5 priority, 2 priority foundation, 5 core, 1 repeat
   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     HANDWASHING PROCEDURE

     Employee not following proper handwashing procedures. Employee was observed washing hands with gloves on.

     Correction: Train food employees in proper handwashing techniques.

     Code 2-301.12 (B)

   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS

     Raw eggs were stored above Reasy to foods in the main kitchen prep cooler.

     Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Discard ready-to-eat foods that show evidence of contamination.

     Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)

   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - NESTING OR RAW ANIMAL FOODS STORED TOGETHER

     Cake was stored with RTE foods in the same container or stacked atop one another in same container in True Cooler.

     Correction: Prevent nesting of raw animal foods and store raw animal foods in order of descending hazard to prevent cross contamination. Separate raw animal food species from one another except when combined as ingredients.

     Code 3-302.11 (A) (2)

   • Serious Priority Repeat Corrected on site

     TOXIC SUBSTANCES - IDENTIFYING INFORMATION, PROMINENCE - ORIGINAL CONTAINER

     Chemical spray bottle in the main kitchen area does not bear a manufacturer’s label.

     Correction: Provide labels for poisonous or toxic materials used in the food establishment.

     Code 7-101.11

   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     TOXIC SUBSTANCES - SANITIZER CRITERIA

     Lemon scented bleach used in the food establishment is not approved.

     Correction: Sanitizer shall meet the requirements under 40 CFR 180.940 or 40 CFR 180.2020. CORRECTION: Removed from the food prep area.

     Code 7-204.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     WHERE TO WASH

     Employee observed washing hands in an unapproved sink. Hands were washed in the prep sink.

     Correction: Employees shall wash their hands in a designated handwash sink. Handwashing is prohibited in food preparation, warewashing and mop sinks.

     Code 2-301.15

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     USING A HANDWASHING SINK - ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED

     Handwashing sink or automatic handwashing facility not in working order and is unavailable for proper handwashing in the basement food prep area.

     Correction: Keep handwashing sink in working condition at all times to allow for frequent handwashing.

     Code 5-205.11 (A) and (C)

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     Rice scooper and ice scoopers were improperly stored with the handles touching the food.

     Correction: Store in-use utensils in the food item with handle extended, on a clean surface, running dipper well or in a container of water greater than 135°F.

     Code 3-304.12

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     FOOD LABELS - LABEL INFORMATION

     Rice containers and red squirt bottle are not labeled.

     Correction: Label information shall include: common name of food, ingredients in order of predominance, quantity, name of business or manufacturer, color additive such canthaxanthin or astaxanthin in salmon and nutritional information.

     Code 3-602.11 (B) (1)-(4), (6) and (7)

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     SANITIZING AGENTS - AVAILABILITY

     Sanitizing agent is not available for the warewashing machine in the bar area.

     Correction: Provide chemical sanitizer and suspend operation until sanitizer can be provided.

     Code 4-303.11 (B)

   • Not serious Core

     PLUMBING - SYSTEM MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR

     The drianage pipe for the ice machine in the bar area is clogged and is not maintained in good repair.

     Correction: The plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Repair or replace defective or leaking plumbing.

     Code 5-205.15 (B)

   • Not serious Core

     HANDWASHING SIGNAGE

     No handwashing signage provided at the restrooms handwashing sink.

     Correction: Provide handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.

     Code 6-301.14

2. Jan 18, 2024 Routine · 2 priority, 1 priority foundation
   • Serious Priority

     TOXIC SUBSTANCES - IDENTIFYING INFORMATION, PROMINENCE - ORIGINAL CONTAINER

     Spray bottle of degreaser that had no label.

     Correction: Provide labels for poisonous or toxic materials used in the food establishment.

     Code 7-101.11

   • Serious Priority

     TOXIC SUBSTANCES - STORAGE

     Cleaner and bleach stored on drainboard next to food prep sink. Also grill cleaner/degreaser stored next to grill.

     Correction: Rearrange area so that toxic materials are stored below or away from food, equipment and single service items.

     Code 7-201.11 (B)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     HAND DRYING PROVISION

     There were no paper towels available at hand wash sink in server area.

     Correction: Provide single-use toweling or other approved devices at employee handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing.

     Code 6-301.12