Inspection Report

Business Name
Cafe Rio

Business Address
25225 N LAKE PLEASANT PKWY PEORIA AZ 85383

Permit Number
FD-55932

Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection

Inspection Date
10/11/2023

Grade
C

Priority Violation
2

Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 10

Description: Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible

Comments:

Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. 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 there to be no paper towels at the hand sink in the back dish washing area. Observed PIC refill paper towels dispenser during inspection. Please ensure that all hand sinks are fully stocked with paper towels at all times.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 28

Description: Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly Stored

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11, P: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals---Observed the sanitizer rag bucket at the front perp line to have a quat concentration of over 400PPM. Instructed PIC to have dispenser serviced as it was not dispensing proper concentration of sanitizer. PIC will dilute sanitizer with water to achieve proper concentration of 200PPM-400PPM. Concentration was in proper parameters at end of inspection.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 29

Description: Compliance with Variance, Specialized Process, Reduced Oxygen Packaging Criteria or HACCP plan

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-8-103.12 (A), P: Conformance with Approved Procedures; Compliance with HACCP plan. 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/3978/Food-Variances.---Observed the establishment to not be following their approved HACCP plan. Observed 26 bags of cooked shredded beef that has been placed into the ROP/Bag chill process at 3PM the previous day 10/10. Per PIC, these bags were help in the ice bath overnight since 3PM yesterday until the time of the inspection. When the temperature logs were audited, there were no temperature checks on this product as it moved through the cooling process as required in the HACCP plan. Since there was no way to verify that the item was cooled properly, and the HACCP plan was not followed, these items were discarded by the PIC during inspeciton. Discussed with PIC that the HACCP plan must always be followed exactly, and all logs must be filled out.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 33

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

Comments:

Core-3-501.15 (B), C: Cooling Methods; Cooling containers. 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 multiple containers of shredded cheese and cut lettuce in the walk-in cooler, covered and stacked to have internal temperatures ranging from 51-53F. Per PIC and stickers, these items were prepared 1 hour prior. Had PIC remove lids and unstack items to facilitate rapid cooling. Reviewed proper cooling methods and containers with PIC for prepared TCS food items.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 51

Description: Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices

Comments:

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained---Observed the AVB back flow prevention device at the mop sink faucet to be damaged. Please repair or replace the AVB. All plumbing systems must be maintained in good working order at all times.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment received a C Grade and had 2 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Verbally discussed Notice of Inspection Rights with Maria B.
Inspection Conducted with RS#1325.
Emailed copy of inspection report to facility.
Emailed copy of 72 hour notice with 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.

Award: C,Embargo Lbs: 104,Signer: Maria Benito

"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.