Zumas Tex-Mex Grill

October 22, 2013 · Fail
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  • official resultFail
  • resultFail
  • inspection typeEating & Drinking
  • failed findings21
  • critical findings6

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Failed findings

  • Adequate Handwashing/Where/When/Howcritical
    Inspector note: Train employees in properly hand washing and When / How gloves shall be worn.
    code 12-2-301.12-.15*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Good Hygienic Practicescritical
    Inspector note: Observed food handler multitasking wearing disposable gloves. went from handling chemical to handling food to touching equipment.
    code 12-2-401.11-.12*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Labeled Common Namecritical
    Inspector note: Toxic chemical not labeled
    code 41-7-102.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Separation/Sanitizer Criteriacritical
    Inspector note: Toxic chemical not covered.
    code 41-7-201/04.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • PIC Knowledgecritical
    Inspector note: Provide poof of full time onsite certified food protection manager that is certified in food safety and allergen awareness. Remove former managers certification from display.
    code M-2-102.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • PIC Performing Dutiescritical
    Inspector note: Multiple repeat violations critical/risk factor violations. Provide training in food safety and sanitation of all employees in their assigned duties by the certified food protection manager.
    code M-2-103.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
  • Food Contact Surfaces Clean
    Inspector note: Clean interior of bulk food containers. • Clean interior. of ice machine • Clean soda gun holders.
    code 22-4-601/602.11** · serious findingstatus: Fail
  • Insects Rodents Animals
    Inspector note: Evidence of rodent droppings on floor and top of chemical containers in storage rooms kitchen/ware washing. Evidence of rodent droppings in storage area under steps in Dining area. Provide full extermination and IPM report prior to reinspection.
    code 35-6-501.111/.115** · serious findingstatus: Fail
  • Food Protection
    Inspector note: Raise bulk food containers 6" above floor on shelving • Raw animal products not properly stored in walk in refrig. (Chicken stored above ground beef fish stored with ready to eat foods). • Raw eggs stored above ready to eat foods • Remove items from above ice machine.
    code 08-3-305-307.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Food Utensil Storage
    Inspector note: Handle to scoop in contact with food product • Knives stored in sanitizing solution
    code 10-3-304.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Food Contact Surfaces Design
    Inspector note: Discard ail melted and broken food containers • Replace broken ice bucket • Worn cutting boards.
    code 14-4-202.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces
    Inspector note: Bottom shelve of prep table rusted • Broken/worn door gaskets on refrig. units and ice machine • Exposed wood on cabinet doors and shelving - Bus Stations • Refrig. unit 55° F • Replace broken door handle • Rusted exterior of grease trap
    code 15-4-202.16* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Dishwashng Facilities
    Inspector note: Provide plugs for each bay of 3 bay sink
    code 16-4-501.11/.15* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
    Inspector note: Clean All cooking equipment • Clean all shelving • Clean exterior of bulk food containers • Clean interior and exterior of all refrigeration units including compressors door handles gaskets etc. throughout. • Clean interior and exterior of cabinets and shelving • Dust build up on portable fan
    code 23-4-602.13* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage
    Inspector note: Ice Buckets stored against chalk board • Pots pans etc not inverted
    code 24-4-903.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Installed and Maintained
    Inspector note: 3 bay sink leaking. Hand sink at bar leaking.
    code 29-5-201/02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Improper Maintenance of Floors
    Inspector note: Clean floor under and behind all equipment • Sticky floor mats
    code 36-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed
    Inspector note: Dusty ceiling attachments throughout
    code 37-6-201.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • premises not properly maintained or cleaned
    Official wording: Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
    Inspector note: Clean walls ledge. & seal openings and repaint. • Clean walls vents and all attachments throughout free of built up soils. • Grease buildup on hood • Rodent proof all doors to common areas
    code 37-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Inadequate Lighting
    Inspector note: Dim lighting • Provide adequate and permanent lighting
    code 38-6-303.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
  • Premises Maintained
    Inspector note: Mops Brooms etc stored as floor next to walk in units. • Remove all unused and unnecessary equipment and articles from storage room. Discontue storing items on top of piping.
    code 42-6-501.113/.114* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on March 15, 2013: 9 findings appeared for the first time. 12 findings recurred. 6 previous findings did not recur.

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