La Cocina Authentic Mexican Restaura, 211 Genesee Street, Chittenango, NY 13037 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations

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Restaurant name: LA COCINA AUTHENTIC MEXICAN RESTAURA
Address: 211 Genesee Street, Chittenango, NY 13037
County: Madison
Local health department: Madison County
Restaurant type: Restaurant
Total inspections: 13
Last inspection: 01/21/2016

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Inspection findings	Inspection date	Type	Comments
Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked) Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans Wiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions	01/21/2016	Inspection	Food temperatures within hotholding unit are at 150 degrees Fahrenheit and greater. Food product maintained in upper portion of deli unit at 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Discussed safety concerns relative to sinking floor at back entrance and within walk-in refrigerator, risk of slip and fall injuries. Kitchen floor has been in violation on each of the four previous inspections at this facility. Discussed fluorescent lighting in kitchen, bulbs have been removed, recommend evaluating safety of light fixtures. Discussed acceptable sanitizing agents.
Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans	10/19/2015	Re-Inspection	Deli unit adequately functioning at time of inspection, contents in upper portion of deli unit at 42 degrees farenheit. Chemicals observed with required labeling. Hand sink equipped with required elements. Ice machine is plumbed to an in-direct drain line. Floor has been cleaned however is difficult to maintain due to it's current state. Much improved operation.
Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans Improper thawing procedures used Plumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing Critical: Toxic chemicals are improperly labeled, stored or used so that contamination of food can occur. Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not kept at or below 45oF during cold holding, except smoked fish not kept at or below 38oF during cold holding.	09/29/2015	Inspection	-ICE MACHINE IS REQUIRED TO HAVE AN IN DIRECT DRAIN TO SEWER -HANDWASH SINK AT SERVICE ISLE HAS HOT WASH OS REQUIRED -DISHWASHER OPERATING ACCORDING TO MANUFACTURER INSTRUCION AT TIME OF INSECTION
Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces	04/28/2015	Re-Inspection	-OPERATOR IS WORKING WITH THE LANDLORD TO RESOLVE THE THREE OUTSTANDING VIOLATIONS -DISCUSSED THAT A DISHWASHER HEAT BOOSTER MAY BE A VIABLE OPTION FOR LOW DISHWASHER TEMPERATURE -DISCUSSED WITH OPERATOR THAT SHOULD AN ICE MACHINE BE INSTALLED IT MUST BE DRAINED TO AN IN DIRECT DRAIN WITH ONE INCH AIR GAP -MANY IMPROVEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE TO BOTH THE FACILITY AND OVERALL OPERATION
Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions Effective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish) Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing Critical: Cooked or prepared foods are subject to cross-contamination from raw foods. Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not stored under refrigeration except during necessary preparation or approved precooling procedures (room temperature storage). Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked) Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces Food contact surfaces not washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any time of operations when contamination may have occurred Garbage storage areas not properly constructed or maintained, creating a nuisance	04/09/2015	Inspection	- JEROME FIRE EQUIPMENT TO INSPECT ANSUL SYSTEM THIS MONTH - APRIL - FOOD SUPPLIERS ARE BENI, SYSCO AND US FOODS -FOOD THERMOMETER IS ACCURATE. DISCUSSED THAT FOOD PREP SINK'S IN-DIRECT DRAIN CAN NOT BE PROPPED UP, MUST MAINTAIN 1 INCH AIR GAP. DISCUSSED THAT ICE MACHINE IS PROHIBITED FROM USE UNTIL REPAIRS TO ICE MACHINE AND STORAGE ROOM ARE COMPLETE.
Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans	08/19/2014	Inspection	-FLOOR THROUGHOUT KITCHEN CLEANED -NEW BIN FOR CHIPS PURCHASED -ALL FOOD OFF FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER -ALL REFRIGERATION CONTAINS THERMOMETERS -EQUIPMENT CLEANED -PRODUCT STEM THERMOMETER AVAILABLE -FOOD TEMPERATURES ADEQUATE - RICE 169 DEGREES F, MEAT 160 DEGREES F
Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked) Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean Food contact surfaces not washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any time of operations when contamination may have occurred	07/21/2014	Inspection	-DISCUSSED CLEANING KITCHEN AREA AND WALK IN COOLER -HAND BARRIERS AND HAIR RESTRAINTS UTILIZED -FOOD TEMPERATURES ADEQUATE -PRODUCT STEM THERMOMETER AVAILABLE
Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces	11/18/2013	Inspection
Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces	08/28/2013	Inspection
Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked) Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean Hair is improperly restrained Adequate, leakproof, non-absorbent, vermin-proof, covered containers not provided where needed	09/26/2012	Inspection	13A INADEQUATE GREASE AND GARBAGE STORAGE ON EXTERIOR OF FACILITY 11D GRILL AREA UNCLEAN / GREASE BUILD UP 8A IMPROPER STORAGE OF SHELLS IN NON-OPERATING WALK IN COOLER 9C FOOD SERVICE WORKER LACKS HAIR RESTRAINT
Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked) Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing	02/28/2012	Inspection	8A-FOOD UNCOVERED IN WALKIN FREEZER(CORRECRED) 15B-VENTILATION COVERS IN RESTROOM UNCLEAN 12E-PAPER TOWELS MISSING AT HANDWASH SINK
Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces	12/27/2011	Inspection	15A-WALL BEHIND STEAM TABLE UNCLEAN(CORRECTED) FLOOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE WALK IN COOLER CONTAINS CRACKED/LOOSE FLOOR TILES(NOT SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE)
No violation noted during this evaluation.	12/29/2010	Inspection

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