Inspection Report

Business Name
Los Favoritos Taco Shop

Business Address
904 N MCQUEEN RD GILBERT AZ 85233

Permit Number
FD-17886

Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection

Inspection Date
10/24/2023

Grade
C

Priority Violation
2

Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 1

Description: Person in Charge Present, Demonstrates Knowledge, and Performs Duties

Comments:

Priority Foundation-2-103.11 (A-N) and (P), Pf: Person-In-Charge-Duties; Performs Assigned Duties

Insufficient knowledge was observed during inspection due to multiple priority violations seen and no worker onsite with certified food manager certificate or food handlers card. Food handler cards are required for all staff within 30 days of hire. Reviewed food handler cards and requirements for PIC duties

NOTE: Individual in charge should have food manager certification at all times of operation.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Violation #: 10

Repeat Violation

Description: Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible

Comments:

Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.

Observed sanitizer bucket in handwashing sink. Discussed with manager that handwashing sinks are used for only handwashing, and must remain accessible at all time. Sanitizer bucket was removed.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st

Violation #: 15

Repeat Violation

Description: Food Separated and Protected

Comments:

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.

Observed packaged raw chicken thawing over raw beef. Discussed with staff that raw chicken should always be placed below raw beef to prevent from cross contamination. Chicken was placed in separate area to prevent possible cross contamination.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st

Violation #: 22

Repeat Violation

Description: Proper Cold Holding Temperatures

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.

Observed beverage fridge holding 48 F with house made salsa portioned for to go holding 47 F. Discussed with PIC that TCS food items must hold below 41 F. Per PIC salsa was placed there less than 4 hours prior and was moved to walk in to cool properly.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 1st

Violation #: 33

Description: Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature Control

Comments:

Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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.

Observed inside beverage cooler holding at 48 F with min/max thermometer for ~20 minutes. TCS foods had been removed from unit due to violation #20 at the time of inspection. Person in charge will use refrigerator to hold TCS items until unit is holding at 41 F.

Re-inspection scheduled for 11/2

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment received a(n) C Grade and had 2 Priority, 3 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.

A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # [20], [3-501.16(A)(2) and (B),], 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.

A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # [ 13], [3-302.11 (A1-2),], 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.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Report sent by email.

Award: C,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA - TH,Signer: Adam V.

"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.