LUCKY 7 SUPERMARKET - TAQUERIA & BAKERY

Observed shredded cheese, pico de gallo, raw shelled eggs, and various types of salsa maintained inside the food preparation refrigerator measuring between 51F to 54F. Employee stated that the salsas and pico are subjected to time as a public health control (TPHC) while the shredded cheese and eggs are on temperature control. Ambient temperature of the food preparation refrigerator measured at 50F via probe thermometer placed inside. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] All items will be subjected to TPHC and shall be discarded at 2:00 PM.

Observed pot of beans cooling on the stove next to other large pots of hot food items. Employee stated that they are cooling the beans before relocating into the walk-in refrigerator. Beans measured at 86F. Employee stated that the beans were removed from temperature control approximately one hour before. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) shall be cooled rapidly from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. - Properly store cooling foods in such a way to allow proper air flow, i.e. away from other heat sources. [COS] Employee placed beans on shallow pan and on ice bath to expedite cooling process.

Hand wash station on the taqueria side observed partially obstructed with a to-go cup and a bouquet of flowers maintained inside the wash basin. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times.

Ambient temperature of the food preparation refrigerator measured at 50F via probe thermometer placed inside. [CA] Refrigeration must be capable of maintaining PHFs at 41°F or below.

Observed the housings of the light bulbs on the ventilation hood inoperable and completely filled with water. Employee stated that a work order has been opened for repair. [CA] Repair lights. All areas of a food facility shall have sufficient ventilation to facilitate proper food storage and to provide a reasonable condition of comfort for each employee, consistent with the job performed by the employee. Observed grease accumulated on the outside of the ventilation hood. [CA] Clean mechanical exhaust hood and/or filters of grease accumulation.

Numerous PHF items measured above 41F and below 135F. - Carnitas - hot holding unit 116F to 120F. - Shredded chicken - hot holding unit - 125F to 130F. - Rotisserie chicken - hot holding unit on sales floor - 120F to 128F. Employee stated that all items on the right hot holding unit is usually discarded after 4 hours, at approximately 2:00 PM. Carnitas are cooked once in the morning and is maintained as is. Rotisserie chicken is subjected to time as a public health control (TPHC) and is discarded if not sold within 4 hours. No time labels are provided for any food items. [COS/SA] Food items subjected to TPHC are to be discarded if not consumed within 4 hours. Utilize time logs and/or labels for food items subjected to TPHC.

Observed water accumulated inside the light bulb housing of the ventilation hood at the taqueria dripping into a pot of cooked beans below. Observed at the deli, numerous opened containers of sprinkles, jar of molasses, and a pitcher of liquid with ants. Observed container of oil above said items with dead fruit flies inside. [CA] Food is adulterated if it bears or contains any poisonous or deleterious substance that may render it impure or injurious to health and shall be discarded immediately. [COS] All food items were VC&D.

Leak observed below the waste drain pipe of the three-compartment sink. [CA] Liquid waste shall be disposed of through the approved plumbing system and shall discharge into the public sewerage or into an approved private sewage disposal system.

5+ live flies observed in the bakery and taqueria area. [CA] Use any and all approved methods to abate live flies. Observed ants on the storage rack and on containers of food at the bakery by the water heater. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies.

Build up of grime observed on refrigerator door handles. Heavy accumulation of grime and food residue observed on bakery equipment. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Hand wash station at the bakery side lacked cold water. Only the hot water faucet was operable. Paper towels were maintained above the towel dispenser. [CA] An approved, adequate, protected, pressurized, potable supply of hot water and cold water shall be provided. Provide cold water so that employees can properly wash hands without scalding hands. Paper towels shall be stored inside the dispenser to prevent potential contamination. [SA] Temporarily wash hands at the taqueria side of the facility until cold water is restored.

Missing ceiling panel outside throughout the facility. [CA] Ceilings of all rooms where nonprepackaged food is handled shall be smooth, of durable construction, and of nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable.

Observed employee dropping scoop for chicaronnes. Employee washed scoop at the food preparation sink with only water and dried with paper towels, and then attempted to use scoop to serve customer. [CA] Ensure all food contact surfaces are cleaned, sanitized, and/or free from contamination. Manual warewashing shall be accomplished by using a three-compartment sink where the utensils are first precleaned, washed with hot soapy water, rinsed with hot water, sanitized with an approved method, and air dried. Use 1 TBS of bleach (5.25%) per 1 gal. of water for chlorine solution (100 PPM). Use 1 tbs of quaternary ammonium (10%) per 2 gal. of water for quaternary ammonium (200 PPM). [COS] This Division intervened and instructed employee to replace scoop.

Posted "pass" placard was removed from the facility entrance. [CA] The placard shall be posted and clearly visible to the general public and patrons entering the food establishment.

Employees' personal belongings, cellphones, keys, observed stored in areas of food storage. [CA] Employee's personal effects (cell phone, car keys, and jackets) shall be stored in employee lockers or other designated areas for employee storage.

Steady leak observed at the waste drain pipe below the hand wash station on the taqueria side. [CA] Liquid waste shall be disposed of through the approved plumbing system and shall discharge into the public sewerage or into an approved private sewage disposal system. Investigate cause and repair in an approved manner.

Observed knife used to cut food stored wedged between the food preparation refrigerator and wooden shelf across from the griddle. [CA] Properly store utensils and equipment in a clean and sanitary manner. Multi-use utensils will be stored in a way that the working part of the utensil may not become contaminated. *** Repeat violation. Employee washing scoop used for food at the food preparation sink. [CA] Utilize sinks for their designated purpose. Ware washing shall be conducted only at the three-compartment sink.