Mi Vida Loca, Inc.

Observed multiple items holding above 41 degrees F within the facility. Items on the ice bath, were placed at 11:30am and still in SAFE zone. Items in the reach-in cooler were in use and still in SAFE zone.

CA: PIC placed extra ice and water to create a more effective ice for items. RCA: Discussed with PIC proper storage of in use food items to ensure they do not sit out for extended periods during peak hours. Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below.

Observed beef on the stove holding below 135 degrees F.

CA: PIC had item reheated to 165 degrees F for hot holding. Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 135°F (57°C) or above.

Observed multiple food items stored uncovered in the reach=in freezer.

RCA: PIC shall ensure protective coverings are placed on food items during storage. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings.

Observed containers of chicken and beef to be stored in reach in cooler uncovered and not in active use. COS/CA: PIC covered food items. RCA: All food items shall be covered to protect from overhead contamination.

Observed multiple container covers to be stored on shelving unit with debris on and around it. Observed clean dishes to have old blue labels with sticky residue stored and ready for use. RCA: All dishes with food debris, sticky residue and splatter shall be washed, rinsed and sanitized thoroughly.

Observed reach in cooler to not have any internal thermometers within the unit. RCA: An internal thermometer shall be obtain and placed within the unit near the warmest area of the reach in cooler.

Observed dishes within the main kitchen to be stacked while still wet. RCA: All dishes shall be air-dried completely prior to stacking.

Observed facility to be using Steramine tablets with no QUAT test strips. Facility had 2 containers of chlorine strips. RCA: PIC shall obtain QUAT test strips if they continue to use Steramine tablets.

Observed racks within reach in cooler and storage area to be soiled with debris. Observed shelf under prep top table to have accumulation of old food debris (onion peels). RCA: Facility shall remove all containers from shelves and thoroughly clean shelves so that they are clean and free from debris accumulation.

Observed grease accumulation on the walls under the hood behind the stovetop and grill. RCA: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products

Observed improper separation of cooked and raw food products within the reach in cooler (raw chicken stored above raw shrimp, raw shrimp stored next to bread and vegetables, and raw beef stored next to cooked beef and rice). COS/CA: PIC rearranged cooler under instruction to have chicken on bottom shelf, shrimp away from vegetables and moved cooked beef on top shelf. RCA: All food items shall be properly separated to ensure that cross contamination is avoided.

Observed facility to not have a valid/current certified food safety manager. Facility was able to show proof of class being register for and has until February 8th, 2023 to provide a valid certificate. RCA: Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection.

Observed multiple pans to be stored on shelving unit with debris on and around it. Observed clean dishes to have old blue labels with sticky residue stored and ready for use. RCA: All dishes with food debris, sticky residue and splatter shall be washed, rinsed and sanitized thoroughly.

Observed shelving units throughout the facility to have grease build up old food debris settled on the bottom of the shelves in the main kitchen. RCA: Facility shall remove all containers from shelves and thoroughly clean shelves so that they are clean and free from debris accumulation.

Observed men's bathroom toilet to be soiled creating a black ring within the toilet bowl. Observed toilet seat on women's restroom to he be chipped and soiled. RCA: Plumbing fixtures such as handwashing sinks, toilets, and urinals shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and maintained.

Observed improper separation of TCS food products ( raw chicken stored above beef and next to cut vegetables). COS/CA: PIC moved chicken on bottom shelf of reach in cooler. RCA: All food items shall be properly separated to ensure that cross contamination is avoided.

Observed facility to have an expired CFSM posted from 2020. No one in the facility has a valid certificate. Previous certified food safety manager is in the process of obtaining a new food safety manager certificate. RCA:PIC shall ensure that a CFSM is obtained as soon as possible and posted within the facility.

Observed multiple plates and containers throughout the facility to food debris on it while stored and ready for use. Observed grease accumulation and old food debris on can opener. RCA: All dishes with food debris, grease accumulation and splatter shall be washed, rinsed and sanitized thoroughly.

Observed green serving bowl to be used as scoop for rice and stored in rice container. RCA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a);

Observed shelving units throughout the facility to have grease build up old food debris settled on the bottom of the shelves in the main kitchen. RCA: Facility shall remove all containers from shelves and thoroughly clean shelves so that they are clean and free from debris accumulation.