La Amistad Tortilleria, 2754 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, TX - inspection findings and violations



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Name: LA AMISTAD TORTILLERIA
Address: 2754 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, TX 78228
Total inspections: 12
Last inspection: 12/07/2015
Score
88

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Inspection findings

Date

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  • 229.164 (f) (2) (A) (i) (II) separation raw/cooked. Shelled eggs and bacon not stored properly in the refrigerator next to cooked barbacoa. Ensure all potentially hazardous foods are stored properly to avoid cross contamination.
  • 229.164 (o) (7) (A) consume by date (prepared). Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, PHF prepared and packaged by a food processing plant must be clearly marked at the time the original package was opened in a food establishment if the food is held for more then 24 hrs and may not exceed manufactures consume-by. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, PHF foods held for more then 24 hrs. Shall have a consume-by-date. The day of preparation shall be counted as day 1. If held at 41F or less food can be kept for a max of 7 days at 45F a max of 4 days.
  • 229.164 (r) (1) (B) (iv) manufacturer info. Apply for Texas State Manufacturing License for packaging of foods at establishment for retail sale. See below for contact information. **IN PROCESS** NO FOLLOW UP INSPECTION https://www.dshs.state.tx.us/WorkArea/linkit.aspx?LinkIdentifier=id&ItemID=8589981237
12/07/201588
  • 229.164 (r) (1) (C) (i) bulk food-manufacturer.Establishment is to apply and obtain a State Manufacturer's License if intention is to sell food product for retail sale such as Ice. Ice is bagged and prepared at La Amistad and sold at T&G Groceries.
  • 229.164 (f) (2) (A) (i) (II) separation raw/cooked. Observed raw chrizo in the refrigerator not stored correctly, stored above tortillas. All potentially hazardous raw foods are to stored to eliminate possibility of contamination.
  • Place ice scooper in/on a clean dry surface. Do not place ice scooper on plastic ice bags. Clean inside of plastic insert of ice machine.
  • To apply online, https://www.dshs.state.tx.us/fdlicense/apps.shtm- Food Manufacturer - Initial, Renewal, or Change of Ownership (including legal entity) EF23-10853
07/21/201589
  • Observe and ice scooper in the handsink. Handsink is to be clear for washing of hands only.
  • 229.164 (r) (1) (B) (iv) manufacturer info. At time of inspection observed packaged foods on the counter for retail sale. Establishment is to apply and obtain a State Manufacturer's License if intention is to sell food product for retail sale such as Ice. Ice is bagged and prepared at La Amistad and sold at T&G Groceries.
  • 229.168 (b) working container not labeled. Label plastic spray bottles with chemical name and product since chemical is not in original spray container.
  • Observed a yellow water hose inside a drain in the kitchen. Ensure hose used in establishment is of "food grade" quality. Ensure to discard all waste water in the mop sink.
  • Place ice scooper in/on a clean dry surface between uses.
  • Observed food handler not wearing closed toe shoes in the kitchen. All food handlers are to wear close toe shoes.
  • Observed lids for bulk foods, cracked or broken. All food contact surfaces are to be in good condition free from breaks and cracks.
  • To apply online, https://www.dshs.state.tx.us/fdlicense/apps.shtm- Food Manufacturer - Initial, Renewal, or Change of Ownership (including legal entity) EF23-10853
03/25/201583
  • OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER IN THE KITCHEN WITHOUT PROPER CLOSED TOE SHOES. ALL FOOD HANDLERS ARE TO WEAR CLOSE TOE SHOES. FOOD HANDLERS ARE ONLY PERMITTED TO WEAR A SINGLE WEDDING RING. NOT PERMITTED TO WEAR DECORATIVE RINGS AND BRACELETS WHEN ENGAGED IN FOOD HANDLING-PREPARING TAMALES. ALL PERSONAL ITEMS PURSES, CLOTHING, PHONES ARE TO BE PLACED IN A DESIGNATED AREA AWAY FROM FOOD. ALL PERSONAL FOOD ITEMS ARE TO BE PLACED IN A DESIGNATED REFRIGERATOR AWAY FROM FOOD PREPARATION AND PLACE OR CONTAINER IS TO BE LABELED FOR EMPLOYEE DISTINCTION.
  • 229.164 (r) (1) (B) (iv) manufacturer info. ESTABLISHMENT IS TO OBTAIN A STATE MANUFACTURING LICENSE-ESTABLISHMENT IS BAGGING ICE AND SELLING AT CONVENIENCE STORE NEXT DOOR. Label information shall include the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.
  • 229.164 (o) (7) (A) consume by date (prepared). Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, based on the temperature and time combinations specified.
  • OBSERVED DEAD RODENT ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE MOP SINK.REMOVE DEAD RODENT. DID NOT OBSERVE ANY DROPPINGS IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. PEST PROOF THE ESTABLISHMENT BY CLOSING HOLES, GAPS, CRACKS AND SECURING THE BACK DOOR BY REPLACING THE SCREEN ON THE BACK DOOR.
  • NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANANGER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. REPEAT NOTICE * 229.163(b) Demonstation of Knowledge. Register and successfully complete a Food Manager Certification course.
  • INSTALL A BACK FLOW PREVENTOR AT WATER HOSE FAUCET AND MUST USE A FOOD GRADE HOSE IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. A GARDEN HOSE IS NOT APPROVED. CONDESATION LINE/PLUMBING LINE ON RIGHT OF LARGE WARMER,ENSURE DRAINS ARE CLEANED AND THERE IS ADEQUATE DISTANCE AT LEAST AN INCH BETWEEN THE PLUMBING SPOUT AND THE FLOOR DRAIN TO PREVENT WASTE WATER FROM BACKING INTO PLUMBING.
  • 229.165 (m) (1) (A)not clean. CLEAN AND SANITIZE INSIDE SHELVING AND SURFACES OF REFRIGERATORS AND FREEZERS. ICE SCOOPER WAS RESTING ON PLASTIC BAGS AND CARDBOARD BOX LOCATED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE. ICE SCOOPER IS TO BE PLACED IN A CLEAN AND DRY CONTAINER OR BUCKET. CLEAN AND SANITIZE INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE.
10/08/201476
  • OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER PERSONAL DRINKS IN THE KITCHEN WITHOUT SPILL PROOF LID AND STRAWS. ALL PERSONAL DRINKS MUST HAVE A SPILL PROOF LID AND STRAW.PLACE ALL PERSONAL DRINKS AND BELONGINGS IN A DESIGNATED AREA AWAY FROM FOOD HANDLING AND STORAGE.
  • FOOD HANDLERS HANDLING CORN TORTILLAS MUST UTILIZE ADDITIONAL BARRIERS SUCH AS UTENSILS, GLOVES OR HANDSANITIZER. IF HANDSANITIZER IS CHOSEN A DOCUMENT DOCUMENTING PROPER PROCEDURES WILL BE REQUIRED.
  • 2nd Notice. * 229.163(b) Demonstation of Knowledge. Register and successfully complete a Food Manager Certification course by follow up Inspection in 10 days.
  • Back storage room is not approved area/room for Ice Machine,large metal food storage containers. Storage room cannot be used for storage for additional businesses and storage of food and supplies. Remove items from storage room or ensure storage room meets Health Department Requirements. Observed large hole in ceiling and unfinshed walls. Walls, floors, and ceiling must meet the requirements of smooth, easily cleanable and non absorbant for food storage. Ensure a weather guard is installed if applicable.
04/11/201486
  • All personal articles-phones, jackets, purses are to stored away from food products, storage or prep areas,find alternative location.
  • 229.164 (r) (1) (B) (iv) manufacturer info. Establishment must obtain a Texas State Manufacturing License if intending to package and sell Tortillas, cracklings, ect for retail sale.
  • 229.167 (e) (2) no soap. Supply every handwashing sink with soap for employee to use for proper hand washing.
  • 229.168 (h) (2) rodent bait not contained. Establishment needs to use a licensed pest control company when applying a restricted use pesticide Use only food establishment approved chemicals, use licensed pest control company. May not use toxic items for Residential Use -such as insect pesticide. Remove items not approved for Commercial use from Food Establishment.
  • * 229.163(b) Demonstration of Knowledge. Register and purchase Food Manager Certification course by follow up date January 31st. A Certified Food Manager must be onsite during all hours of operation and additional CFM may be required.
  • 229.166 (g) (3) mop sink. Install a plumbed mop sink with hot and cold running water.
  • 229.165 (m) (1) (A)not clean. Observed dishes not clean to sight and touch on shelving units. Dishes are soiled and must be cleaned and sanitized prior to use. Place all items not needed on a daily basis in storage containers or plastic wrappings.
  • Remove foil and grease deposits on stove/oven and must be cleaned and sanitized. 229.165 (m) (1) (B)grease and soil accumulation.
12/13/201377
  • Food permit posted expires March 31, 2012. SAP shows payment was made but current food permit has not been received. You have ten days to call 210-207-8853 and request a copy of your valid Food Permit and to post.
  • 229.167 (e) (3) (A) no towels. No paper towels at handwash sink in kitchen nor in restroom for employees.
  • Rodent droppings scattered throughout kitchen area. Bags of corn stored in back storage room where ice machine is located have holes made by rodents in addition to rodent droppings. Must provide proof of pest control for next routine inspection.
10/04/201291
  • Separate employees food and drinks from food for establishment use in all reach in coolers.
10/13/201196
  • DO NOT STORE RAW SHELLED EGGS ABOVE READY TO EAT FOODS SUCH AS PRODUCE OR COOKED REFRIED BEANS - COS.
  • REPLACE DAMAGED LIDS OF DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AS NEEDED.
05/25/201193
  • DO NOT STORE RAW FOODS OVER PREPARED FOODS. EXAMPLE: DO NOT STORE RAW BACON OVER REFRIED BEANS INSIDE REFRIGERATOR. - CORRECTED ON SITE.
05/18/201096
No violation noted during this evaluation. 06/04/200980
No violation noted during this evaluation. 11/26/200878

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