Peke's Pozole

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Observed no metal stem thermometer on premises. Corrected on site metal stem thermometer utilized to ensure attainment and maintenance of food temperatures delivered to facility before conclusion of inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued

Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

Inspector’s note: Observed opening at base of outer front entrance door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed spoons, knives and forks stored laying down in uncovered container on shelving underneath pos system. Instructed to store utensils inverted or covered during storage to prevent contamination.

Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

Inspector’s note: Observed containers of food stored on floor in both interior and exterior walk in coolers. Instructed to provide adequate shelving units to elevate all food and nonfood items at least six inches off of floor for ease cleanability. Observed bag of spices stored on floor and in basement dry storage area. Instructed to provide adequate shelving units to elevate all food and nonfood items at least six inches off of floor for ease cleanability. Observed pallets used to elevate cases of drinks in basement dry storage area. Instructed to eliminate usage of pallets for elevation, instructed to provide adequate shelving units to elevate all food and nonfood items at least six inches off of floor for ease cleanability. Observed plastic film on equipment throughout facility. Observed plastic film on hot holding unit and cold holding units throughout first floor in prep areas. Instructed to remove…

Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

Inspector’s note: Observed no quaternary ammonium test kit on premises. Corrected on site test kit that accurately measures the concentration in mg/l of quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution delivered to facility before conclusion of inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed dust on ceiling vents in first floor prep area with cookline. Instructed to clean ceiling vents in first floor prep area with cookline and maintain. Observed buildup on filters in hood above flat top grill. Instructed to clean filters in hood above flat top grill and maintain.

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: Food storage on floor in walk in cooler. Instd to elevate 6 inches on proper shelving and maintain

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: Food storage (containers of knorrs buillon) on floor in furnace room. Instd to remove from furnace room and store in proper storage area

Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

Inspector’s note: Ceramic/clay drinking cups and bowls on site. Instd to ensure cups are lead free or lead safe levels and maintain documentation of such on site; or remove from premise

Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

Inspector’s note: Observed raw beef (35f) being thawed in standing water at room temperature. Instructed person in charge that all thawing must occur under running potable cold water or refrigerator at all times.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed items stored on the floor in the basement and kitchen area. Instructed person in charge to organize and maintain all items at least six inches from the floor at all times.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed excessive build-up of blackened grease covering filters in the hood ventilation system. Instructed the person in charge to clean and maintain.

Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

Inspector’s note: Ceramic/clay drinking cups and plates on site. Instd to ensure all ceramic/clay cups and plates are lead free or lead safe levels and maintain documentation of such on site; or remove same from premises.

Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

Inspector’s note: Missing grease interceptor at 3-compartment sink at wait station. Instd to install and maintain

Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

Inspector’s note: Ceramic/clay drinking cups and plates on site. Instd to ensure all ceramic/clay cups and plates are lead free or lead safe levels and maintain documentation of such on site; or remove same from premises.