Inspection Report

Business Name
Filiberto's Mexican Food

Business Address
5920 W BELL RD GLENDALE AZ 85308

Permit Number
FD-81322

Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection

Inspection Date
3/21/2024

Grade
Not Participating

Priority Violation
2

Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 20

Description: Proper Cooling Time and Temperatures

Comments:

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.

Observed red salsa (48°F) in a large plastic bucket in the walk in unit above 41°F. Staff stated that the red salsa have been made a on 3/17 (more than 6 hours prior to temperature measurement) and had not fully cooled to 41°F (see embargo). Heavy amounts of condensate were observed on the lid which was covering the bucket. Discussed keeping temperature logs to identify when items start the cooling process. Time Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods must cool from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 135°F and 41°F or less within a total of 6 hours. Provided cooling guidance documents.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 22

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 various salsas (49-52°F) at the customer grab and go cooling unit measuring above 41°F. Staff stated the salsas had been in the unit since 6 this morning and were embargoed. The unit measured at 39.9°F with the min max thermometer and was determined to be working, during the inspection. EHS requested the unit be closed when not in active use to help protect and preserve Time Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods temperatures. Discussed various methods for preserving temperatures at the salsa bar and educated staff on the importance of maintaining cold holding temperatures.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 41

Description: Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and Stored

Comments:

Core-3-304.14, C: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

Observed wiping bucket measuring at 0 PPM of Chlorine. Staff remade the sanitizer wiping bucket at the correct Chlorine concentration, at time of inspection. Reeducated staff on the recommended range of use for chlorine (50-100 PPM). Wiping buckets to be changed every 4 hours. Discussed the importance of reaching the recommended range as too little sanitizer may not disinfect the wiping cloth effectively. Also, discussed toxicity concerns when sanitizers are used above the recommended range.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager: No certified Food Manager present at time of inspection. In Compliance with Food Code, Maricopa County now requires a Food Manager Present during operating hours. Emailed Maricopa Policy changes and additional resources of where to acquire a Food Manager Certification. Correct prior to next routine inspection. THIRD CONSECUTIVE.
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspection report provided via email; confirmed delivery onsite.
Check out the AMC Toolbox at https://www.maricopa.gov/4533/English-AMC-Toolbox

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: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 25,Signer: Irene Miranda

"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.