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El Penol Restaurant
March 26, 2009 · Fail
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- official resultFail
- resultFail
- inspection typeEating & Drinking
- failed findings20
- critical findings5
Failed findings
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Hot HoldingcriticalInspector note: Chicken soup registering 100F. Just taken off the stove. Re-heated to 140 F
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Separation Segregation Cross ContaminationcriticalInspector note: Raw beef and chicken stored over ready to eat foods. Discontinue and store on the bottom as discussed.
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Labeled Common NamecriticalInspector note: Label all clear plastic spray bottles to identify product properly.
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Pesticide UsagecriticalInspector note: Discontinue the use of household rodent and insect sprays.
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PIC Performing Dutiescritical
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Food Contact Surfaces CleanInspector note: Knives in rack have old food soils on them. Clean properly before storage.Container holding flour is badly soiled . Clean
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Food Container LabelsInspector note: Label all bulk food containers to identify product properly.
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Food Thermometers ProvidedInspector note: No food thermometer. Provide.
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Food ProtectionInspector note: Keep all food protects covered during storage. Elevate food products at least six inches off the floor during storage.
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Food Utensil StorageInspector note: Spatulas being stored in between sinks and wall. Discontinue and store as discussed.
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Clean Cloths Hair RestraintInspector note: No hair restraints worn by staff cooking. Corrected during interview.
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Food Contact Surfaces DesignInspector note: Cups being used as scoops for the rice and flour. Provide a scoop with a handle to minimize hand contact
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Non-Food Contact SurfacesInspector note: Remove all cardboard being used under pots and pans intended to air dry.
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Equipment ThermometersInspector note: Some refrigeration units are missing thermometers. Provide.
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Test Kit ProvidedInspector note: No chlorine test kits. Provide.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces CleanInspector note: Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration units from visible soils.Clean shelves in walk. in from all visible soils.
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Clean Equipment & Utensils StorageInspector note: Keep all clean equipment inverted during storage.
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Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue SignageInspector note: Sign for handsink
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premises not properly maintained or cleanedOfficial wording: Improper Maintenance of Walls/CeilingsInspector note: Clear walls throughout establishment from all visible soils.
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Fixture's not properly shieldedInspector note: All light fixtures are not property shielded. Provide proper covering.
What changed since the previous inspection?
Compared with Pass on May 21, 2008: 20 findings appeared for the first time.
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