JALAPENOS TAQUERIA

Violations (3)

• 22

  Proper cold holding temperatures

  Observed front food preparation area cold holding unit ambient temperature a bit elevated, with stored TCS foods ranging from 42-44 degrees F. Corrective Actions: Must ensure cold holding units are working properly as to cool TCS foods 41 degrees F or below, as to prevent foodborne illness to the public.

• 41

  Wiping cloths; properly used and stored

  Observed sanitizing bucket stored on the floor, as well as one prepared sanitizing bucket with inadequate chlorine sanitizer provided.Corrective Actions: Must ensure all sanitizing buckets prepared are at proper ppm of 50-100 ppm chlorine, for safe and effective use, as well as stored off the floor surface.

• 55

  Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

  Observed walls around mop sink peeling/not maintained in good condition, unapproved and damaged ceiling tiles in food preparation area, and water retention on floors in dish washing area.Corrective Actions: Must ensure walls, floors and ceilings are maintained in good repair for ease of cleanliness, and is regularly cleaned as to maintain a sanitary environment.