TACOS EL RANCHERITO #2, 1729 Mckee Road, San Jose, CA 95116 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: TACOS EL RANCHERITO #2
Address: 1729 Mckee Road, San Jose, CA 95116
Type: Restaurant 0-5 Employees
Total inspections: 5
Last inspection: Apr 8, 2013
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88

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Inspection findings

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  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, use...
Routine Inspection Jun 3, 2010 99
  • Equipment, utensils and linens: storage and use
  • Equipment/Utensils - approved installed, clean
  • Food separated and protected
  • No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
  • Plumbing-proper backflow devices
  • Proper cooling methods
  • Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  • Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used...
Routine Inspection Jun 1, 2011 88
No violation noted during this evaluation. Enforcement Action Jun 1, 2011 100
  • Approved thawing methods used, frozen food
  • Equipment, utensils and linens: storage and use
  • Equipment/Utensils - approved installed, clean
  • Food storage containers identified
  • Plumbing-proper backflow devices
  • Premises personal/cleaning items vermin-proofing
  • Proper cooling methods
  • Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
  • Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied,...
  • Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used...
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, use...
  • Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Routine Inspection Apr 10, 2012 88
  • Adequate handwash facilities supplied/accessible
  • Adequate ventilation and lighting designated area
  • Equipment, utensils - approved installed and clean...
  • Food contact surfaces unclean and unsanitized
  • Food properly labeled & honestly presented
  • No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
  • Proper cooling methods
  • Proper hot and cold holding temperatures [multiple violations]
  • Thermometers provided and accurate
  • Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used...
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, use...
Routine Inspection Apr 8, 2013 88

Violation descriptions and comments

Jun 3, 2010

Food facilities that prepare food shall be equipped with warewashing facilities. Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method. (114067(f,g), 114099, 114099.3, 114099.5, 114101(a), 114101.1, 114101.2, 114103, 114107, 114125)

Jun 1, 2011

Each food facility shall be kept free of vermin: rodents (rats, mice), cockroaches, flies.( 114259.1, 114259.4, 114259.5)
All poisonous substances, detergents, bleaches, and cleaning compounds shall be stored separate from food, utensils, packing material and food-contact surfaces. (114254, 114254.1, 114254.2)
All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. (114175). All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5, 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114177, 114180, 114182)
The potable water supply shall be protected with a backflow or back siphonage protection device, as required by applicable plumbing codes. (114192) All plumbing and plumbing fixtures shall be installed in compliance with local plumbing ordinances, shall be maintained so as to prevent any contamination, and shall be kept clean, fully operative, and in good repair. Any hose used for conveying potable water shall be of approved materials, labeled, properly stored, and used for no other purpose. (114171, 114189.1, 114190, 114193, 114193.1, 114199, 114201, 114269)
Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113984 (a, b, c, d, f), 113986, 114060, 114067(a, d, e, j), 114069(a, b), 114077, 114089.1 (c), 114143 (c))
All clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces. (114185.3 - 114185.4)Utensils and equipment shall be handled and stored so as to be protected from contamination. (114074 - 114075, 114081, 114119, 114121, 114161, 114178, 114179, 114083, 114185, 114185.2, 114185.5)
All potentially hazardous food shall be RAPIDLY cooled from 135°F to 70°F, within 2 hours, and then from 70°F to 41 °F, within 4 hours. Cooling shall be by one or more of the following methods: in shallow containers; separating food into smaller portions; adding ice as an ingredient; using an ice bath, stirring frequently; using rapid cooling equipment; or, using containers that facilitate heat transfer. 114002, 114002.1

Apr 10, 2012

Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
All potentially hazardous food shall be RAPIDLY cooled from 135°F to 70°F, within 2 hours, and then from 70°F to 41 °F, within 4 hours. Cooling shall be by one or more of the following methods: in shallow containers; separating food into smaller portions; adding ice as an ingredient; using an ice bath, stirring frequently; using rapid cooling equipment; or, using containers that facilitate heat transfer. 114002, 114002.1
Food shall be thawed under refrigeration completely submerged under cold running water of sufficient velocity to flush loose particles in microwave oven during the cooking process. (114018, 114020, 114020.1)
Food shall be stored in approved containers and labeled as to contents. Food shall be stored at least 6" above the floor on approved shelving. (114047, 114049, 114051, 114053, 114055, 114067(h), 114069 (b))
All clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces. (114185.3 - 114185.4)Utensils and equipment shall be handled and stored so as to be protected from contamination. (114074 - 114075, 114081, 114119, 114121, 114161, 114178, 114179, 114083, 114185, 114185.2, 114185.5)
Toilet facilities shall be maintained clean, sanitary and in good repair. Toilet rooms shall be separated by a well-fitting self-closing door. Toilet tissue shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser at each toilet. The number of toilet facilities shall be in accordance with local building and plumbing ordinances. Toilet facilities shall be provided for patrons: in establishments with more than 20,000 sq ft. establishments offering on-site liquor consumption. (114250, 114250.1, 114276)
The premises of each food facility shall be kept clean and free of litter and rubbish all clean and soiled linen shall be properly stored non-food items shall be stored and displayed separate from food and food-contact surfaces the facility shall be kept vermin proof. (114067 (j), 114123, 114143 (a) & (b), 114256, 114256.1, 114256.2, 114256.4, 114257, 114257.1, 114259, 114259.2, 114259.3, 114279, 114281, 114282)
All poisonous substances, detergents, bleaches, and cleaning compounds shall be stored separate from food, utensils, packing material and food-contact surfaces. (114254, 114254.1, 114254.2)
Food facilities that prepare food shall be equipped with warewashing facilities. Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method. (114067(f,g), 114099, 114099.3, 114099.5, 114101(a), 114101.1, 114101.2, 114103, 114107, 114125)
All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. (114175). All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5, 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114177, 114180, 114182)
Wiping cloths used to wipe service counters, scales or other surfaces that may come into contact with food shall be used only once unless kept in clean water with sanitizer. (114135, 114185.1 114185.3 (d-e))
The potable water supply shall be protected with a backflow or back siphonage protection device, as required by applicable plumbing codes. (114192) All plumbing and plumbing fixtures shall be installed in compliance with local plumbing ordinances, shall be maintained so as to prevent any contamination, and shall be kept clean, fully operative, and in good repair. Any hose used for conveying potable water shall be of approved materials, labeled, properly stored, and used for no other purpose. (114171, 114189.1, 114190, 114193, 114193.1, 114199, 114201, 114269)

Apr 8, 2013

Handwashing soap and towels or drying device shall be provided in dispensers dispensers shall be maintained in good repair. (113953.2) Adequate facilities shall be provided for hand washing, food preparation and the washing of utensils and equipment. (113953, 113953.1, 114067(f))
Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
Each food facility shall be kept free of vermin: rodents (rats, mice), cockroaches, flies.( 114259.1, 114259.4, 114259.5)
All poisonous substances, detergents, bleaches, and cleaning compounds shall be stored separate from food, utensils, packing material and food-contact surfaces. (114254, 114254.1, 114254.2)
Food facilities that prepare food shall be equipped with warewashing facilities. Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to measure the applicable sanitization method. (114067(f,g), 114099, 114099.3, 114099.5, 114101(a), 114101.1, 114101.2, 114103, 114107, 114125)
An accurate easily readable metal probe thermometer suitable for measuring temperature of food shall be available to the food handler. A thermometer +/- 2 °F shall be provided for each hot and cold holding unit of potentially hazardous foods and high temperature warewashing machines. (114157, 114159)
All food contact surfaces of utensils and equipment shall be clean and sanitized. (113984(e), 114097, 114099.1, 114099.4, 114099.6, 114101 (b-d), 114105, 114109, 114111, 114113, 114115 (a, b, d), 114117, 114125(b), 114135, 114141)
All potentially hazardous food shall be RAPIDLY cooled from 135°F to 70°F, within 2 hours, and then from 70°F to 41 °F, within 4 hours. Cooling shall be by one or more of the following methods: in shallow containers; separating food into smaller portions; adding ice as an ingredient; using an ice bath, stirring frequently; using rapid cooling equipment; or, using containers that facilitate heat transfer. 114002, 114002.1
Any food is misbranded if its labeling is false or misleading, if it is offered for sale under the name of another food, or if it is an imitation of another food for which a definition and standard of identity has been established by regulation. (114087, 114089, 114089.1(a, b), 114090, 114093.1)
All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. (114175). All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5, 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114177, 114180, 114182)
Exhaust hoods shall be provided to remove toxic gases, heat, grease, vapors and smoke and be approved by the local building department. Canopy-type hoods shall extend 6" beyond all cooking equipment. All areas shall have sufficient ventilation to facilitate proper food storage. Toilet rooms shall be vented to the outside air by a screened openable window, an air shaft, or a light-switch activated exhaust fan, consistent with local building codes. (114149, 114149.1) Adequate lighting shall be provided in all areas to facilitate cleaning and inspection. Light fixtures in areas where open food is stored, served, prepared, and where utensils are washed shall be of shatterproof construction or protected with light shields. (114149.2, 114149.3, 114252, 114252.1)
Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))

MEASURED THE CONCENTRATION OF CHLORINE IN THE SANITIZER BUCKET NEAR THE 3-COMP SINK AT GREATER THAN 200PPM.
MEASURED THE INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF BEANS AT 60F IN THE 2 DOOR UPRIGHT COOLER.
MEASURED THE INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF CHEESE IN THE CORD HOLDING PREP UNIT AT 45F.
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINER OF FLOUR AND BULK CONTAINER OF SALT WITHOUT LABEL.
OBSERVED BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB, IN THE BACK, NEAR DRY STORAGE AREA.
OBSERVED CHEMICAL SPRAY STORED ON PREP TABLE NEXT TO CLEAN DISHES AND NEXT TO NAPKINS NEAR REGISTER.
OBSERVED LACK OF CHLORINE SANITIZER TEST STRIPS.
OBSERVED LACK OF SOAP IN SOAP DISPENSER NEAR 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED LACK OF THERMOMETER IN REACH DOWN COOLER ACROSS COOK LINE.
OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG BEING USED TO STOP WATER FROM DRAINING IN THE 3-COMP SINK.
OBSERVED HANDLE OF PREP SINK FAUCET IN DISREPAIR.
OBSERVED SEVERAL DRAIN FLIES ON THE WALLS NEAR THE 2-DOOR UPRIGHT COOLER AND SHELVING NEAR 3-COMP SINK.

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