TACOS BAR INC

4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed some build up on guard in ice machine. Clean more frequently

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed container of cheese double stacked, squeeze bottles in prep top unit filled to full to maintain <41F. CDI-voluntarily discarded For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed shelving in reach in rusting. Observed some grease build up on prep sink faucet.

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed shelving in reach in rusting.

5-203.12 At least one toilet, and not fewer than what is required by law, shall be provided. Observed no toilet seats on toilets, either bathroom. Provide toilet seats.

5-501.15 Provide dumpster, waste containers that are of sound construction. Observed dumpster missing its lid. Replace.

6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed dusty vent covers in bathrooms

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed no paper towels available at hand sink. CDI-paper towels provided

3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C) Observed rice with a discard date of 2/4. CDI-discussion with PIC. Rice discarded. No points due to it being 1 item and all other date marks correct. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .

2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed food staff with a watch

4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed container of clean multi use utensils stored on dirty side drainboard of 3-comp sink. Keep clean items off this drainboard

5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. 5-501.13 Receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be durable, cleanable, insect- and rodent-resistant, leakproof, and non-absorbent. Repeat- Observed ground around dumpster and recycling bin sludgy/greasy. Trash on ground.

6-501.15 Food preparation sinks, handwashing sinks, and warewashing equipment may not be used for the cleaning, preparing, or holding of maintenance tools or for disposal of mop water. -Pf. Observed dirty water from cleaning fryer dumped into 3-comp sink. Waste must be discarded into mop sink. Mop sink needs to be cleared of storage so it is accessible when needed. CDI-through discussion with PIC

3-304.12 (E) In-use utensils, such as ice scoops or utensils for non-TCS food, must be stored in a clean and protected location. Observed ice scoop on top of ice machine which was dusty/hair.

4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Repeat-Observed household air fryer. Air fryer must go home. Air fryer (if commercial) would be located under a fryer

4-303.11 (A) (B) Cleaning agents and chemical sanitizers that are used to clean and sanitize equipment and utensils shall be provided and available for use during all hours of operation.-Pf. Observed sanitizer dispenser not operating. Sanitizer container low, no extra sanitizer to trade out. Facility did have bleach test strips. CDI-manager ran and purchased bleach. Demonstration of how to use bleach and to use test kit.

5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed leak at valve on 3-comp sink-needs repair

5-501.13 Receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be durable, cleanable, insect- and rodent-resistant, leakproof, and non-absorbent. Repeat- Observed ground around dumpster and recycling bin sludgy/greasy. Trash on ground. Dumpster missing drain plug.

6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Repeat- Observed floor in men’s bathroom in disrepair.

3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Repeat-Observed one bottle of oil with no label.

4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed household air fryer.

5-501.13 Receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be durable, cleanable, insect- and rodent-resistant, leakproof, and non-absorbent. Observed ground around dumpster and recycling bin sludgy/greasy.

6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed floor in men’s bathroom in disrepair. 6-201.13 Provide a wall to floor joint that is sealed and coved when flood cleaning methods are used. Floor must be graded to drain to functioning floor drains. Observed drain below graded floor holding water. Did not appear to be backing up, just holding water after mopping/cleaning floor.

REPEAT 2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No employee present is certified.

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw eggs stored above ready-to-eat items in the reach-in cooler. CDI - Eggs were moved to the bottom shelf.

3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed one bottle of oil with no label.

REPEAT 6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed a light gap at the bottom of the back door next to the kitchen. Improvements have been made from previous inspection for the storage room door.

3-304.12 (C ) Store in-use utensils on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment. The utensils and storage surface must be cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. Observed a bar stool on top of the prep cooler cutting board.

REPEAT 5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered waste bin in the women’s restroom.

REPEAT 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed open dumpster lids. Improvements from last inspection due to a new drain plug being installed.

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No employee present is certified.

2-102.11 (C ) (2), (3), (17) The Person in charge shall demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention. Pf - Observed no employee health policy during inspection. CDI - EHS provided establishment with an Employee Health Policy through email. (Spanish)

REPEAT 6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed missing hand wash signs in both bathrooms.

7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed one spray bottle of chemical with no label. CDI - Manager labeled during inspection.

REPEAT 3-501.11 Stored frozen foods shall be maintained frozen. Observed fries and chicken wings thawed in their original packaging in the prep cooler.

3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Thawing shall be conducted using the following methods: In a cooler of 41 degrees or less, under running water of 70 degrees or less, constantly stirring in a microwave, or part of the cooking process. Observed frozen meat thawing inside of the 3-comp sink. CDI - Employee moved item to the cooler.

REPEAT 6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed a light gap at the bottom of the back door next to the kitchen. Observed a light gap in between the doors in the storage room. Improvements have been made from previous inspection for the storage room door.

4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed a “house hold use only” air fryer in the kitchen. Employee stated that it was for employee food.

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed missing covered trash can in the women’s bathroom.

REPEAT 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed open dumpster doors and a missing drain plug.

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No employee present is certified. Establishment is still under the 210 day grace period to obtain serve safe. (August 10th)

6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Both rest rooms are missing a hand wash sign.

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw bacon in a container with cheese. CDI - Item was removed.

3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed an open can of beans from 4/13/24. Observed open packages of Crema, Guacamole, and fried plantains from 4/15/24. CDI - All items were voluntarily discarded.

7-207.11 (B) Store labeled, employee medications to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and other food service related items. -P Observed two containers of medications on a shelf above a prep sink. CDI - Items were removed.

3-501.11 Stored frozen foods shall be maintained frozen. Observed fries and chicken wings thawed in their original packaging in the prep cooler.

6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed a large light gap at the bottom of the door leading outside. Door is directly next to the kitchen entrance. Observed a light gap at the bottom of the back kitchen door.

4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed two hand held juicers with badly chipping paint on the food contact surfaces. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded.

5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed open dumpster doors and a missing drain plug.

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed manager without food protection certification. Facility has a new permit and 210 days to have a certified food protection manager available during hours of food operation. Facility has until August 10th to get certified food protection manager without a point deduction. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf Observed no vomit/diarrhea plan. CDI provided poster and plan. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitati

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw bacon and cheese and precooked portioned carnitas in the same pan. CDI items reorganized. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Observed carnitas and sopa res that was not dated when prepped and cooked. CDI items dated. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .

3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf Observed bag of fries, raw beef, precooked chicken, and raw pork that was thawing in sink. CDI items placed in refrigeration to thaw. Do not thaw food in the sink unless fully submerged underwater with running water to agitate particles or under refrigeration.