Machos Tacos

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Inspections

1. Mar 3, 2025 Routine · 3 priority foundation, 2 core
   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE - SANITIZATION

     The Person in Charge (PIC) is unable to demonstrate knowledge of proper sanitization methods for utensils and food contact surfaces. Sanitizer was set up in the RINSE basin of the three compartments sink.

     Correction: The person in charge shall obtain training or training materials in the areas of sanitization so they are able to demonstrate knowledge and train employees.

     Code 2-102.11 (C) (11)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     PERSON IN CHARGE - COOLING METHODS

     The Person in Charge (PIC) is not monitoring the proper methods for rapidly cooling food. The fried beans in 4 inches container (128F) and 2 inches container (98F) were left in room temperature for cooling.

     Correction: The person in charge shall ensure proper methods for the rapid cooling of food and that routine monitoring of food temperatures is conducted during the cooling process.

     Code 2-103.11 (H)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     PERSON IN CHARGE - SANITIZATION

     The Person in Charge (PIC) is not monitoring proper sanitization techniques in the food establishment.

     Correction: The person in charge shall ensure that utensils and equipment are properly sanitized and that proper solution temperatures, chemical concentrations, pH and exposure times are being followed..

     Code 2-103.11 (K)

   • Not serious Core

     KITCHENWARE, TABLEWARE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES - HANDLED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION

     It was observed that all plates and containers are stored or displayed facing up..

     Correction: Store utensils in a manner to avoid contamination to the food and lip contact surface.

     Code 4-904.11 (A)

   • Not serious Core

     TOILET FACILITIES - RECEPTACLES - COVERED

     Both unisex bathrooms are not provided with a covered waste receptacle.

     Correction: Provide a covered waste receptacle in female bathroom for use with sanitary napkins.

     Code 5-501.17

2. Apr 23, 2024 Routine · 1 priority, 2 priority foundation, 1 core, 1 repeat
   • Serious Priority

     TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING

     Green salsa/Beef in 3 door cooler along south wall was being cold held at 43-45°F.

     Correction: Maintain cold time/temperature control for safety food at or below 41°F. Cooler was adjusted during inspection. Monitor temperature of foods in this cooler.

     Code 3-501.16 (A) (2) AND (B)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat Corrected on site

     HAND DRYING PROVISION

     Handwash sink in kitchen did not nhave any paper towels available.

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

     Code 6-301.12

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     TOXIC SUBSTANCES - WORKING CONTAINERS

     Spray bottle of table cleaner was not labeled.

     Correction: Label working containers with the common name of the material used.

     Code 7-102.11

   • Not serious Core

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CONSTRUCTED

     Door gasket on 2 door True cooler is broken/pulling apart.

     Correction: Replace door gaskets as needed. Provide non-food contact surfaces that are constructed of a corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.

     Code 4-101.19

3. Jun 2, 2023 Routine · 2 priority foundation, 3 core, 1 repeat
   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     RTE/TCS FOOD - PROPER DATE MARKING

     Ranch dressing/pesto/baked beans are not date marked.

     Correction: Adjust method or procedures so that all ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, if required, are provided with date marking or an effective method of identifying when a food item has exceeded 7 days. Discard improperly date marked food or food that has past the 7 day shelf life.

     Code 3-501.17 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     HAND DRYING PROVISION

     -No paper towel available in employee restroom -also no paper towel at hand wash sink in kitchen (paper towel roll was located about 15 feet from hand wash sink).

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

     Code 6-301.12

   • Not serious Core

     PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - HAIR RESTRAINTS

     Employee noted working in food preparation/cooking area without a hair restraint.

     Correction: Provide employees working in food preparation and cooking areas with effective hair restraint (hat, hair net, beard restraint, etc.).

     Code 2-402.11

   • Not serious Core

     TOILET FACILITIES - RECEPTACLES - COVERED

     Waste receptacles in restroom are not covered.

     Correction: Provide a covered waste receptacle in restrooms for use with sanitary napkins.

     Code 5-501.17

   • Not serious Core

     INSECTS AND RODENTS - OUTER OPENINGS - SOLID, SELF-CLOSING AND TIGHT FITTING DOORS

     The screen door in the back of the kitchen has a very large gap along the bottom.

     Correction: Provide a self-closing and tight fitting door to prevent the entrance of insects or rodents.

     Code 6-202.15 (A) (3)