Maricopa County, AZ

Carniceria El Rancho Grande LLC

Permit ID: FD-54555

Permit Type: E & D

4227 S Central Ave Phoenix 85040

*PRIORITY VIOLATION is a major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury.
NA means not available. See detailed inspection reports for additional information.
Grade
Priority Violation *
Cutting Edge Participant

Violation Description

Violation Comments

Correct By
08
Adequate hand washing facilities supplied & accessible
Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing.---- At the had sink next to the prep sink and the grill, observed no hand soap for use. Had PIC obtain hand soap. PIC stated that they do not use this hand sink. Pleas ensure that all hand sinks, regardless of how often they get used, are fully stocked with soap at all times to encourage hand washing.
Corrected At Time Of Inspection
13
Food separated & protected
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection From Cross Contamination. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination. ---- In the walk-in cooler, observed an uncovered pan of raw beef fillets stored directly above an uncovered pot of salsa. Had PIC move the raw beef to a area with other raw products. Please ensure that all raw animal products are stored in the proper way in order to prevent cross contamination. Never place raw food items above a ready-to-eat food.
Corrected At Time Of Inspection
18
Proper cooling time & temperatures
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14, P: Cooling. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.--- In the walk-in cooler, observed three large covered pans of costillas (pork ribs) that were all made the previous day and were measured between 47-51*F. Per PIC, they had been in the unit since being prepared. Had PIC discard all of these items. When cooling, please ensure the final product reaches 41*F within 6 hours. From 135*F, you have two hours to drop to 71*F. From 71*F, you have 4 more hours to reach 41*F, for a total of 6 hours. Please ensure that all cooling food following these guidelines. Improperly cooled food can grow harmful bacteria and lead to foodborne illness.
Corrected At Time Of Inspection
36
Insects, rodents, & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence----At the doorway near the grill and the prep sink, observed over 5 live cockroaches crawling from within the door frame. PIC will have pest control come out and spray this area. Please ensure regular pest control visits are occurring to ensure that this facility stays free of pests. ------Core-6-501.112, C: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest--- Throughout the deli and bakery, observed multiple eclectic fly catchers that were completely full of dead flying insects. Please replace the sticky pad to allow the device to catch more flies. --------- Core-6-202.13, C: Insect Control Devices, Design and Installation--- Above a flat top grill, there is an electric fly catcher directly above. Please move the fly catcher to an area where it is not above food preparation.
Correct Prior To Reinspection
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions--- In the storage area near the grills and main cooking area, observed a build up of food debris and organic matter underneath all of the shelves. Please deep clean this entire area to remove the debris and build up in order to not attract pests. --------- Core-6-101.11, C: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas--- In the bakery area, observed that the entire ceiling is made up of acoustic tiles, which are porous and not easily cleanable. Please replace all of the celling tiles in the bakery area with a smooth and easily cleanable surface.-----Core-6-501.114, C: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter---- Observed a room that is attached to the deli are, near the prep sink and the grill. Upon entering this room, observed old and unused equipment, chemicals, and litter scattered throughout the room. Please remove all unused item from this area in order to prevent the harborage of pests.
Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Inspection Comments

This establishment received a(n) D Grade and had 2 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation and 5 Core violations on this inspection. A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation #18, PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14, P: Cooling, which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action. The Inspection Report was emailed and confirmed at time of inspection. Inspection conducted with Spanish Liaison (RS 1197) who can be reached at 602-376-8565. Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.


Definitions
Priority violation is a major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury.
e.g. - Food employees do not properly wash hands when required
Priority foundation violation is a minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation.
e.g.- Hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required)
Core violation is a minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation.
e.g. -No sign reminding employees to wash hands
Verification Visits are inspections of establishments enrolled in the MCESD Cutting Edge Program, which requires an enhanced food safety program and ongoing demonstration of active managerial control. Verification Visit inspections found in compliance with Cutting Edge program requirements receive an “A” grade.
The matrix below has been used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system starting on October 14, 2011.