Food Establishment Inspection Report
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KANKAKEE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
 2390 W. Station Street
Kankakee, IL 60901
Phone: (815) 802 - 9410
Establishment
 TACOS DEL NORTE 		License/Permit #
 BR019
Street Address
7 VILLAGE SQUARE SHOPPING CTR
City/State
 BRADLEY, IL 		ZIP Code
 60915
No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations 3
No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations 1
Date 07/09/2019
Time In 01:10 PM
Time Out 03:00 PM
Permit Holder
BOLIVAR, FEDERICO 		Risk Category
H
Purpose of Inspection
ORIGINAL INSPECTION

FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK FACTORS AND PUBLIC HEALTH INTERVENTIONS
Circle designated compliance status (IN, OUT, N/O, N/A) for each numbered item
IN=in compliance    OUT=not in compliance    N/O=not observed    N/A=not applicable
Mark "X" in appropriate box for COS and/or R
COS=corrected on-site during inspection    R=repeat violation 		Risk factors are important practices or procedures identified as the most prevalent contributing factors of foodborne illness or injury. Public health interventions are control measures to prevent foodborne illness or injury.
Compliance Status
 COS R

SUPERVISION

 
1 IN OUT     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties    
2 IN OUT N/A   Certified Food Protection Manager    

EMPLOYEE HEALTH

 
3 IN OUT     Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting    
4 IN OUT     Proper use of restriction and exclusion    
5 IN OUT     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events    

GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES

 
6 IN OUT   N/O Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use X  
7 IN OUT   N/O No discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth    

PREVENTING CONTAMINATION BY HANDS

 
8 IN OUT   N/O Hands clean & properly washed    
9 IN OUT N/A N/O No bare hand contact with RTE food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed    
10 IN OUT     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible X X

APPROVED SOURCE

 
11 IN OUT     Food obtained from approved source    
12 IN OUT N/A N/O Food received at proper temperature    
13 IN OUT     Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated    
14 IN OUT N/A N/O Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction    
Compliance Status
 COS R

PROTECTION FROM CONTAMINATION

 
15 IN OUT N/A N/O Food separated and protected    
16 IN OUT N/A   Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized    
17 IN OUT     Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned & unsafe food    

TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY

 
18 IN OUT N/A N/O Proper cooking time & temperatures    
19 IN OUT N/A N/O Proper reheating procedures for hot holding    
20 IN OUT N/A N/O Proper cooling time and temperature    
21 IN OUT N/A N/O Proper hot holding temperatures    
22 IN OUT N/A N/O Proper cold holding temperatures    
23 IN OUT N/A N/O Proper date marking and disposition    
24 IN OUT N/A N/O Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records    

CONSUMER ADVISORY

 
25 IN OUT N/A   Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food    

HIGHLY SUSCEPTIBLE POPULATIONS

 
26 IN OUT N/A   Pasteurized foods used; prohibited foods not offered    

FOOD/COLOR ADDITIVES AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES

 
27 IN OUT N/A   Food additives: approved and properly used    
28 IN OUT N/A   Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used    

CONFORMANCE WITH APPROVED PROCEDURES

 
29 IN OUT N/A   Compliance with variance/specialized process/HACCP    

GOOD RETAIL PRACTICES
Good Retail Practices are preventative measures to control the addition of pathogens, chemicals, and physical objects into foods.
Mark "X" in appropriate box for COS and/or R      
COS
=corrected on site during inspection  
R
=repeat violation  
Compliance Status
 COS R

SAFE FOOD AND WATER

 
30   Pasteurized eggs used where required    
31   Water & ice from approved source    
32   Variance obtained for specialized processing methods    

FOOD TEMPERATURE CONTROL

 
33   Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control    
34   Plant food properly cooked for hot holding    
35 X Approved thawing methods used X  
36   Thermometers provided & accurate    

FOOD IDENTIFICATION

 
37   Food properly labeled; original container    

PREVENTION OF FOOD CONTAMINATION

 
38   Insects, rodents, & animals not present    
39 X Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display X X
40   Personal cleanliness    
41   Wiping cloths: properly used & stored    
42   Washing fruits & vegetables    

PROPER USE OF UTENSILS

 
43 X In-use utensils: properly stored X  
Compliance Status
 COS R

PROPER USE OF UTENSILS

 
44   Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled    
45   Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used    
46   Gloves used properly    

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT, AND VENDING

 
47 X Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used   X
48   Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips    
49 X Non-food contact surfaces clean   X

PHYSICAL FACILITIES

 
50   Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure    
51   Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices    
52   Sewage & waste water properly disposed    
53   Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned    
54   Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained    
55 X Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean   X
56 X Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used    

EMPLOYEE TRAINING

 
57   All food employees have food handler training    
58   Allergen training as required    
IOCI 17-356

Food Establishment Inspection Report
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Establishments: TACOS DEL NORTE Establishment #: BR019
Water Supply:   Public Private   Waste Water System:   Public Private
Sanitizer Type: Chemical PPM: CHLORINE 100 Heat: N/A °F
CFPM Verification (name, ID#, expiration date):
FEDERICO BOLIVAR
1615144
08/18/2027 		SALVADOR LOPEZ
1615153
08/18/2027

01/01/1900

 

TEMPERATURE OBSERVATIONS
Item/Location
Temp
Item/Location
Temp
Item/Location
Temp
ham/walk-in cooler 41.00°F fajita beef/walk-in cooler 37.00°F fish/walk-in cooler 29.00°F
raw meat/prep cooler 42.00°F sour cream/food prep cooler 37.00°F green onion/reach in cabinet cooler 38.00°F
rice/hot hold 165.00°F beans /hot hold 155.00°F cheese sauce/hot hold 161.00°F
salsa/salsa mini reach in cooler 38.00°F freezer/store room 0.00°F crab/chest freezer 0.00°F

OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item
Number 		Severity Violations cited in this report must be corrected within the time frames below.
6 C 2-401.11: (A) Except as specified in ¶ (B) of this section, an EMPLOYEE shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES; or other items needing protection can not result. (B) A FOOD EMPLOYEE may drink from a closed BEVERAGE container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of: (1) The EMPLOYEE'S hands; (2) The container; and (3) Exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
Observed a beer to be stored in the ice machine. Drinks may not be used in ice that is intended for customer consumption. - COS (Correct By: Jul 9, 2019)
10 PF 5-205.11 (A): (A) A HANDWASHING SINK shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for EMPLOYEE use.
Mop bucket and broom were stored in front of the hand sink in a way that made the sink accessible from the side only. - COS,Repeat (Correct By: Jul 9, 2019)
23 PF 3-501.17 (A-B) (E-G): (A)Except when PACKAGING FOOD using a REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING method as specified under § 3-502.12, and except as specified in ¶¶ (E) and (F) of this section, refrigerated, READY-TO -EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD prepared and held in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the FOOD shall be consumed on the PREMISES, sold, or discarded when held at a temperature of 5ºC (41ºF) or less for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. (B) Except as specified in ¶¶ (E) - (G) of this section, refrigerated, READY-TO-EAT TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD prepared and PACKAGED by a FOOD PROCESSING PLANT shall be clearly marked, at the time the original container is opened in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT and if the FOOD is held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the FOOD shall be consumed on the PREMISES, sold, or discarded, based on the temperature and time combinations specified in ¶ (A) of this section and: (1) The day the original container is opened in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be counted as Day 1; and (2) The day or date marked by the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT may not exceed a manufacturer’s use-by date if the manufacturer determined the use-by date based on FOOD safety. (E) Paragraphs (A) and (B) of this section do not apply to individual meal portions served or rePACKAGED for sale from a bulk container upon a consumer’s request. (F) Paragraphs (A) and (B) of this section do not apply to SHELLSTOCK.  (G) Paragraph (B) of this section does not apply to the following FOODS prepared and PACKAGED by a FOOD PROCESSING PLANT inspected by a REGULATORY AUTHORITY: (1) Deli salads, such as ham salad, seafood salad, chicken salad, egg salad, pasta salad, potato salad, and macaroni salad, manufactured in accordance with 21 CFR 110 Current good manufacturing practice in manufacturing, packing, or holding human food; (2) Hard cheeses containing not more than 39% moisture as defined in 21 CFR 133 Cheeses and related cheese products, such as cheddar, gruyere, parmesan and reggiano, and romano; (3) Semi-soft cheeses containing more than 39% moisture, but not more than 50% moisture, as defined in 21 CFR 133 cheeses and related cheese products, such as blue, edam, gorgonzola, gouda, and monterey jack; (4) Cultured dairy products as defined in 21 CFR 131 Milk and cream, such as yogurt, sour cream, and buttermilk; (5) Preserved FISH products, such as pickled herring and dried or salted cod, and other acidified FISH products defined in 21 CFR 114 Acidified foods; (6) Shelf stable, dry fermented sausages, such as pepperoni and Genoa; and (7) Shelf stable salt-cured products such as prosciutto and Parma (ham).
PF: Finish labeling all the food items in the walk-in cooler. - (Correct By: Jul 19, 2019)
35 C 3-501.13: TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD shall be thawed: (A) Under refrigeration that maintains the FOOD temperature at 5°C (41°F) or less; or (B) Completely submerged under running water: (1) At a water temperature of 21°C (70°F) or below, (2) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow, and (3) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of READY-TO-EAT FOOD to rise above 5°C (41°F), or (4) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal FOOD requiring cooking as specified under ¶ 3-401.11(A) or (B) to be above 5°C (41°F), for more than 4 hours including: (a) The time the FOOD is exposed to the running water and the time needed for preparation for cooking, or (b) The time it takes under refrigeration to lower the FOOD temperature to 5°C (41°F); (C) As part of a cooking process if the FOOD that is frozen is: (1) Cooked as specified under ¶3-401.11(A) or (B) or § 3-401.12, or (2) Thawed in a microwave oven and immediately transferred to conventional cooking EQUIPMENT, with no interruption in the process; or (D) Using any procedure if a portion of frozen READY-TO-EAT FOOD is thawed and prepared for immediate service in response to an individual CONSUMER'S order. (E) REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGED FISH that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment: (1) Prior to its thawing under refrigeration as specified in(A) of this section; or (2) Prior to, or Immediately upon completion of, its thawing using procedures specified in (B) of this section.
Sausage meat was being thawed at room temp in the 3-bay sink. Thaw using one of the proper thawing procedures. - COS (Correct By: Jul 9, 2019)
39 C 3-305.11 (A) (B) (C): (A) Except as specified in ¶¶ (B) and (C) of this section, FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor. (B) FOOD in packages and working containers may be stored less than 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor on case lot handling EQUIPMENT as specified under § 4-204.122. (C) Pressurized BEVERAGE containers, cased FOOD in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.
bucket of onions was stored on the floor. - COS,Repeat (Correct By: Jul 9, 2019)
43 C 3-304.12 (C): During pauses in FOOD preparation or dispensing, FOOD preparation and dispensing UTENSILS shall be stored: (C) On a clean portion of the FOOD preparation table or cooking EQUIPMENT only if the in-use UTENSIL and the FOOD- CONTACT surface of the FOOD preparation table or cooking EQUIPMENT are cleaned and SANITIZED at a frequency specified under §§ 4-602.11 and 4-702.11.
Store cutting knives in an area the will protect them from contamination like on a magnetic strip along the wall. Correct by next routine inspection.
43 C 3-304.12 (A): During pauses in FOOD preparation or dispensing, FOOD preparation and dispensing UTENSILS shall be stored: (A) Except as specified under (B) of this section, in the FOOD with their handles above the top of the FOOD and the container.
Facility were using a bowl to dispense seasonings and rice. Provide a proper scoop with a handle. - COS (Correct By: Jul 9, 2019)
47 C 4-101.19: NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material.
Cardboard was found lining the shelves in the mini salsa cooler. Correct by next routine inspection. Repeat
49 C 4-601.11(B): (B) The FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of cooking EQUIPMENT and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations.
Food and debris were collecting between the grill and the fryer. Clean and maintain by next routine inspection. Repeat
49 C 4-602.13: NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
Tops of the seasonings under the warming table below the salsa were dusty. Clean off and maintain by next routine inspection. Repeat
55 C 6-201.13: (A) In FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS in which cleaning methods other than water flushing are used for cleaning floors, the floor and wall junctures shall be coved and closed to no larger than 1 mm (one thirty-second inch). (B) The floors in FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS in which water flush cleaning methods are used shall be provided with drains and be graded to drain, and the floor and wall junctures shall be coved and SEALED.
The juncture covers for the floor and wall area were either missing or badly damaged. Repair and maintain by next routine inspection Repeat
 

Person In Charge

  ALFREDO BOLIVIAR 		 

Date:

  07/09/2019
 

Inspector

  Angela Colon 		 

Follow-up:  Yes   No   Follow-up Date:

07/19/2019

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Establishments: TACOS DEL NORTE Establishment #: BR019

OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item
Number 		Severity Violations cited in this report must be corrected within the time frames below.
55 C 6-501.16: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, EQUIPMENT, or supplies.
Mop was sitting in the mop bucket. Correct by next routine inspection. Repeat
55 C 6-501.11: PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair.
Wall around hand sink needs to be repaired. Repair and maintain by next routine inspection. Repeat
55 C 6-501.113: Maintenance tools such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners, and similar items shall be: (A) Stored so they do not contaminate FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES; and (B) Stored in an orderly manner that facilitates cleaning the area used for storing the maintenance tools.
The brooms and mops and mop buckets were all stored in disarray by the mop sink cluttering up that space. Store everything in a neat and organized matter for better work flow. Correct by next routine inspection. - Repeat (Correct By: Jul 9, 2019)
56 C 6-202.11 (A): (A) Except as specified in ¶ (B) of this section, light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; or unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
Lighting in the walk-in cooler has gotten worse. Provide proper lighting by next routine inspection.
Inspection Comments   SUGGEST MOVING THE MOP BUCKET OVER BY THE RESTROOMS SO THAT YOU AVOID THAT CLUTTERING AROUND THE HAND SINK.

FOLLOW-UP WILL BE DONE TO CHECK ON THE PRIORITY-FOUNDATION ITEM #23.
HACCP Topic: ENSURING THAT ALL EMPLOYEES RE FAMILIARIZE THEMSELVES WITH THE REPORTABLE ILLNESS AND DISEASES THAT THEY ARE REQUIRED TO REPORT TO THEIR MANAGER.
 

Person In Charge

  ALFREDO BOLIVIAR 		 

Date:

  07/09/2019
 

Inspector

  Angela Colon 		 

Follow-up:  Yes   No   Follow-up Date:

07/19/2019