Carniceria La Altena, 3316 E Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76103 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CARNICERIA LA ALTENA
Type: Restaurant
Address: 3316 E Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76103
Total inspections: 10
Last inspection: 01/12/2016

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Inspection findings

Inspection type

Date

Score

  • Warewashing & Sanitizing @ ___ ppm/Temperature (corrected on site) - 3 penalty points
    The facility is not washing, rinsing and sanitizing equipment and utensils in the three compartment sink provided. Sanitizing step is not being performed.
  • Manager Demonstration of Knowledge/Certified Food Manager - 3 penalty points
    Manager(s) failed to demonstrate knowledge of the risks of foodborne illness inherent to the food operation and/or is not a certified food manager and/or has had critical violations during this inspection.
  • Food Contact Surfaces-Cleaned/Sanitized/Good Repair (corrected on site) - 3 penalty points
    Single-service or single-use articles, i.e., single-use plastic bags, buckets, etc., are being reused for food product storage in the non functional reach-in refrigerator. Single serve plastic cup is being used to scoop beans. All dishes located in the kitchen is not properly sanitized.
  • Food Protection - GRP (corrected on site)
    TFER 229.164(i)(1) - Page 38. The raw meats and salsa are not covered during storage.
  • Garbage and Refuse Disposal - GRP
    TFER 229.166(l)(6)(A) - Page 96. Tight fitting lids are not provided for outside trash receptacles. Dumpster lids are very damaged.
  • Premises - GRP
    TFER 229.167(p)(14)(b) - Page 109. Litter clutters the premises. TFER 229.167(p)(14)(a) - Page 109. Items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment are stored on the premises. Old, non-funcitonal equipment that is not being used for storage is on property.
Regular01/12/201691
  • Handwash Facilities with Soap & Towels - 3 penalty points
    No hand cleaning material, i.e., liquid or powder soap, is available at the handwash facilities in the employees' restroom. No hand drying provisions were available at the handwash facilities in the handwash area.
  • Toxic Items Properly Labeled/Stored/Used - 3 penalty points
    Working containers of purple chemical are not properly labeled.
  • Manager Demonstration of Knowledge/Certified Food Manager - 3 penalty points
    Your managers have not obtained a Fort Worth Food Manager's Certificate or it is not available.
  • Food Contact Surfaces-Cleaned/Sanitized/Good Repair - 3 penalty points
    The in-use utensils used for preparation or serving in the sausage are not stored in a manner to prevent contamination of the product. Knife is being stored in the sausage.
  • Toilet Facilities - GRP
    TFER 229.166(l)(8) - Page 96. Toilet room trash receptacle is not covered.
  • Garbage and Refuse Disposal - GRP
    TFER 229.166(l)(14)(B) - Page 98. Outside receptacles are not covered.
  • Floors, Walls and Ceilings - GRP
    TFER 229.167(p)(2)(A) - Page 106. Wall surfaces in the meat cutting area are not clean .
Regular11/17/201588
  • Cross-Contamination of Raw/Cooked Foods/Other - 4 penalty points
    The vegetables are stored in contact with or under the eggs, raw in-shells.
  • Good Hygienic Practices (Eating/Drinking/Smoking/Other) - 4 penalty points
    The food service worker's fingernails are polished while preparing/handling food or contacting clean food contact surfaces.
  • Evidence of Insect Contamination - 3 penalty points
    Product pest were observed in or around the rice.
  • Food Establishment Permit/Food Handler Card - 3 penalty points
    Your employee(s) have not attended required food handler training.
  • Food Protection - GRP
    The food service worker's hair is not restrained while preparing/handling food or contacting clean food contact surfaces.
  • Dead Pest Removal - GRP
    TFER 229.167(p)(12) - Page 108. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents or other pests were in the mop sink area of the establishment.
Regular09/10/201586
  • Cross-Contamination of Raw/Cooked Foods/Other (corrected on site) - 4 penalty points
    The all ready to eat foods are stored in contact with or under the eggs, raw in-shells.
  • Evidence of Insect Contamination - 3 penalty points
    Flies were observed in or around the kitchen.
  • Food Establishment Permit/Food Handler Card - 3 penalty points
    Your employee's Food Handler Cards are expired.
  • Floors, Walls and Ceilings - GRP
    TFER 229.167(p)(2)(A) - Page 106. Wall surfaces in the kitchen are not clean . Wall surfaces by the 3 compartment sink area are not clean.
  • Lockers/Dressing Rooms - GRP (corrected on site)
    TFER 229.167(i) - Page 106. Employees' clothing or other possessions located in an area where contamination of food, equipment, linens and single-service and single-use articles can occur.
  • Premises - GRP
    TFER 229.167(p)(14)(a) - Page 109. Items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment are stored on the premises.
  • Outer Openings: Doors, Windows, Walls, Roof - GRP
    TFER 229.167(d)(5)(A)(iii) - Page 103. Outer doors in the kitchen do not fit properly.
Regular05/14/201590
  • Cross-Contamination of Raw/Cooked Foods/Other (corrected on site) - 4 penalty points
    The raw beef product is stored in contact with or under the raw chicken. The beans are stored in contact with or under the raw beef product.
  • Approved Systems (HACCP Plan/Time as Public Hlth Control) (corrected on site) - 4 penalty points
    The delicatessen product that is located in the display refrigerator has been refrigerated for more than 24 hours and is not marked with the day of preparation or the date which the food shall be consumed by.
  • Good Hygienic Practices (Eating/Drinking/Smoking/Other) (corrected on site) - 4 penalty points
    There is evidence that all employees are drinking in an area other than designated break area while preparing/handling food or contacting clean food contact surfaces.
  • Food Protection - GRP
    TFER 229.164(i)(2) - Page 38. The beans are not stored in food storage areas. The beans are stored directly on the floor in the walkin refrigerator.
Regular04/10/201588
  • Good Hygienic Practices (Eating/Drinking/Smoking/Other) (corrected on site) - 4 penalty points
    There is evidence that all employees is drinking in an area other than designated break area while preparing/handling food or contacting clean food contact surfaces.
  • Handwash Facilities with Soap & Towels (corrected on site) - 3 penalty points
    No hand drying provisions were available at the handwash facilities in the kitchen.
  • Toxic Items Properly Labeled/Stored/Used (corrected on site) - 3 penalty points
    Working containers of chemicals are not properly labeled.
  • Manager Demonstration of Knowledge/Certified Food Manager - 3 penalty points
    Manager(s) failed to demonstrate knowledge of the risks of foodborne illness inherent to the food operation and/or is not a certified food manager and/or has had critical violations during this inspection. There is not a COFW manager on duty.
  • Thermometers Provided/Accurate/Properly Calibrated - 3 penalty points
    The reachin refrigerator in the kitchen did not have a readily available and visible thermometer.
  • Lighting - GRP
    TFER 229.167(g)(2) - Page 105. There is inadequate lighting in self-service, handwashing, warewashing, equipment and utensil storage areas, reach-in and under-counter refrigerators or in toilet rooms. Lights are out in the vent a hood.
  • Outer Openings: Doors, Windows, Walls, Roof - GRP
    TFER 229.167(d)(5)(A)(iii) - Page 103. Outer doors in the kitchen do not fit properly.
  • Plumbing- GRP
    TFER 229.166(i)(5) - Page 94. The faulty sink in the kitchen is not maintained in good repair. Handwashing sink in the kitchen is leaking.
Regular01/07/201584
  • Cross-Contamination of Raw/Cooked Foods/Other (corrected on site) - 4 penalty points
    The pork, cilantro, and raw beef product are stored in contact with or under the raw chicken.
  • Approved Systems (HACCP Plan/Time as Public Hlth Control) - 4 penalty points
    The deli meat and cheeses that are located in the display cases have been refrigerated for more than 24 hours and are not marked with the day of preparation or the date which the food shall be consumed by.
  • Good Hygienic Practices (Eating/Drinking/Smoking/Other) (corrected on site) - 4 penalty points
    The handwashing sink in the meat market areas are used for purposes other than handwashing. There are utensils, foods, and dishes in the handwashing sinks.
  • Handwash Facilities with Soap & Towels - 3 penalty points
    No hand cleaning material, i.e., liquid or powder soap, is available at the handwash facilities in the restroom. No hand drying provisions were available at the handwash facilities in the restroom, meat market area, and 3 compartment sink area..
  • Toxic Items Properly Labeled/Stored/Used - 3 penalty points
    Working containers of chemicals are not properly labeled.
  • Food Protection - GRP
    TFER 229.164(i)(2) - Page 38. The pork is not stored in food storage areas. The pork is stored directly on the ground in the walkin freezer.
  • Floors, Walls and Ceilings - GRP
    TFER 229.167(p)(2)(A) - Page 106. Wall surfaces in the meat market are not clean .
  • National Sanitation Foundation Approved Equipment - GRP
    Fort Worth Ordinance 12553, Section 16-122 (a). The chest/coffin freezer does not meet or exceed National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) standards or their equivalent.
Regular10/16/201482
  • Cross-Contamination of Raw/Cooked Foods/Other (corrected on site) - 4 penalty points
    The salsa is stored in contact with or under the raw beef product.
  • Approved Systems (HACCP Plan/Time as Public Hlth Control) (corrected on site) - 4 penalty points
    The all ready to eat foods that are located in the reachin refrigerator have been refrigerated for more than 24 hours and are not marked with the day of preparation or the date which the food shall be consumed by.
  • Handwash Facilities with Soap & Towels (corrected on site) - 3 penalty points
    No hand drying provisions were available at the handwash facilities in the woman's restroom.
  • Evidence of Insect Contamination - 3 penalty points
    Roaches were observed in or around the handwash area.
  • Toxic Items Properly Labeled/Stored/Used (corrected on site) - 3 penalty points
    The insecticide are present in the kitchen and are not needed for food service operations. Containers of chemicals are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items. Working containers of chemicals are not properly labeled.
  • Manager Demonstration of Knowledge/Certified Food Manager - 3 penalty points
    Manager(s) failed to demonstrate knowledge of the risks of foodborne illness inherent to the food operation and/or is not a certified food manager and/or has had critical violations during this inspection. There is not a certified food manager on duty.
  • Sewage/Wastewater Disposal System, Proper Disposal - 3 penalty points
    Mop sink is being used to store light bulbs.
  • Thermometers Provided/Accurate/Properly Calibrated - 3 penalty points
    The reachin refrigerator in the kitchen did not have a readily available and visible thermometer.
  • Wiping Cloths/Linens/Napkins/Sponges - GRP
    TFER 229.164(h)(3)(B) - Page 36. Wiping cloths used for food spills are not moist, clean, stored in a chemical sanitizer and used for wiping spills.
  • Cleaning Equipment - GRP
    TFER 229.167(p)(6) - Page 107. Mops are not positioned to allow air-drying or to prevent soiling of the walls, equipment, supplies or mop handle.
  • Premises - GRP
    TFER 229.167(p)(14)(a) - Page 109. Items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment are stored on the premises.
  • Outer Openings: Doors, Windows, Walls, Roof - GRP
    TFER 229.167(d)(5)(A)(iii) - Page 103. Outer doors in the kitchen do not fit properly.
  • Plumbing- GRP
    TFER 229.166(i)(5) - Page 94. The faulty faucet in the kitchen is not maintained in good repair. Handwashing sink is leaking at the faucet.
Regular09/09/201474
  • Good Hygienic Practices (Eating/Drinking/Smoking/Other) (corrected on site) - 4 penalty points
    There is evidence that all employees are drinking in an area other than designated break area while preparing/handling food or contacting clean food contact surfaces. The handwashing sink in the kitchen is used for purposes other than handwashing. There is food in the handwashing sink.
  • Toxic Items Properly Labeled/Stored/Used (corrected on site) - 3 penalty points
    Working containers of chemicals are not properly labeled.
  • Warewashing & Sanitizing @ ___ ppm/Temperature - 3 penalty points
    The facility is not washing, rinsing and sanitizing equipment and utensils in the three compartment sink provided.
  • Food Contact Surfaces-Cleaned/Sanitized/Good Repair (corrected on site) - 3 penalty points
    The refrigerator shelves located in the reachin refrigerator have adhering food or food particles.
  • Lockers/Dressing Rooms - GRP
    TFER 229.167(i) - Page 106. Employees' clothing or other possessions located in an area where contamination of food, equipment, linens and single-service and single-use articles can occur.
  • Premises - GRP
    TFER 229.167(p)(14)(a) - Page 109. Items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment are stored on the premises.
  • Outer Openings: Doors, Windows, Walls, Roof - GRP
    TFER 229.167(d)(5)(A)(iii) - Page 103. Outer doors in the kitchen do not fit properly. The outer kitchen door weather strip is damaged.
Regular05/08/201487
  • Good Hygienic Practices (Eating/Drinking/Smoking/Other) - 4 penalty points
    There is evidence that all employees are drinking in an area other than designated break area while preparing/handling food or contacting clean food contact surfaces. The handwashing sink in the meat market is used for purposes other than handwashing. There are dishes in the handwashing sink.
  • Handwash Facilities with Soap & Towels (corrected on site) - 3 penalty points
    No hand drying provisions were available at the handwash facilities in the meat market.
  • Toxic Items Properly Labeled/Stored/Used - 3 penalty points
    Containers of window cleaner are not properly stored to prevent the contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens or single service items.
  • Manager Demonstration of Knowledge/Certified Food Manager - 3 penalty points
    Manager(s) failed to demonstrate knowledge of the risks of foodborne illness inherent to the food operation and/or is not a certified food manager and/or has had critical violations during this inspection. There is not a certified food manager on duty.
  • Sewage/Wastewater Disposal System, Proper Disposal - 3 penalty points
    The mop sink is not accesible and is full of various items.
  • Food Contact Surfaces-Cleaned/Sanitized/Good Repair - 3 penalty points
    The slicers located in the meat market has/have adhering food or food particles. The display refrigerator gaskets and reach in freezer doors located in the meat market have adhering food or food particles.
  • Food Establishment Permit/Food Handler Card - 3 penalty points
    Your employee's Food Handler Cards are expired.
  • Food Protection - GRP
    TFER 229.164(i)(2) - Page 38. The fruits and vegetablesare not stored in food storage areas.
  • Floors, Walls and Ceilings - GRP
    TFER 229.167(p)(2)(A) - Page 106. Floors in the meat market are not clean . TFER 229.167(a) - Page 100. Unapproved materials are used for ceiling surfaces.
Regular04/29/201478

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