Inspection Report

Business Name
Carolina's Mexican Food

Business Address
1202 E MOHAVE ST PHOENIX AZ 85034

Permit Number
FD-03699

Permit Type
Food Establishment - Food Catering

Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection

Inspection Date
12/11/2023

Grade
A

Priority Violation
0

Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 38

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected.

Observed screen back door leading directly to the kitchen was being left open to be able to go outside to extra stores areas. Person in charge explained that it was open because the kitchen gets hot throughout the day and it allows air flow. Discussed with person in charge the increased risk for pests with open doors in a operation, and suggested all doors are closed or an addition of air curtains to avoid increased pest activity.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.

Observed excess organic matter on sealing and wall in storage shed. Discussed that all walls and ceilings should be kept clean to avoid contamination of equipment and premise.

Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability.

Observed flooring throughout establishment with pealing paint. Discussed re-surfacing rough floor areas so that floors are smooth, durable, non-porous, and easily cleanable.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.

Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager
Ensure that any Person in charge obtains a Certified food Protection Manager Certificate prior to next routine inspection.

On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.
If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:
• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or
• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,
o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)
o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)
o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)
o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)
If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website
https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Inspection report emailed and confirmed.

Signer: Juan Sandoval ,Award: A

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation: 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: 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. For example, 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: Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program: All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.

Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
Violation Category	Grade A	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade D	Grade D
Priority	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	1	0	1	1	2	2	2	more than 2	more than 3
Priority Foundation	0	1	2	3	4	0	1	2	5	3	4	0	1	2	more than 3	more than 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.