Food Establishment Inspection Report
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KANKAKEE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
 2390 W. Station Street
Kankakee, IL 60901
Phone: (815) 802 - 9410
Establishment
 DOS AMIGOS RESTAURANT 		License/Permit #
 KK164
Street Address
533 E RIVER
City/State
 KANKAKEE, IL 		ZIP Code
 60901
No. of Risk Factor/Intervention Violations 6
No. of Repeat Risk Factor/Intervention Violations 1
Date 05/29/2024
Time In 02:10 PM
Time Out 03:30 PM
Permit Holder
SERNA, ALFREDO 		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    
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 X  
10 IN OUT     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible 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 X  
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 X  
22 IN OUT N/A N/O Proper cold holding temperatures    
23 IN OUT N/A N/O Proper date marking and disposition   X
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   Approved thawing methods used    
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
40   Personal cleanliness    
41   Wiping cloths: properly used & stored    
42   Washing fruits & vegetables    

PROPER USE OF UTENSILS

 
43   In-use utensils: properly stored    
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    
48   Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips    
49   Non-food contact surfaces clean    

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 X Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained    
55 X Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean   X
56 X Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used   X

EMPLOYEE TRAINING

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

Food Establishment Inspection Report
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Establishments: DOS AMIGOS RESTAURANT Establishment #: KK164
Water Supply:   Public Private   Waste Water System:   Public Private
Sanitizer Type: Chemical PPM: CHLORINE 100 Heat: NA °F
CFPM Verification (name, ID#, expiration date):
ALFREDO SERNA FLORES
L2SC-3-025418
10/24/2027 		JORGE SERNA
1768165
10/17/2027 		ALEJANDRO SERNA
1733866870-305-213155
12/10/2029

 

TEMPERATURE OBSERVATIONS
Item/Location
Temp
Item/Location
Temp
Item/Location
Temp
Ground beef/Walk-in cooler 38.00°F Tomato/Prep cooler 37.00°F Salsa/Server cooler 38.00°F
/6 freezers 0.00°F Gyro cone/Vertical broiler 57.00°F Refried beans/Steam table 141.00°F

OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item
Number 		Severity Violations cited in this report must be corrected within the time frames below.
3 PF Violation (2-103.11(N)): Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with Law, to the Person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food, as specified under 2-201.11(A); In violation of 2-103.11(O): written procedures and plans, where specified by the Code and as developed by the Food establishment, are maintained and implemented as required. Corrective Action: The establishment shall have documentation that provides evidence that employees have been informed of their responsibility to report information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food to the person in charge. - (Correct By: Jun 8, 2024)
9 P 3-301.11 (B): (B) Except when washing fruits and vegetables as specified under §3-302.15 or as specified in ¶¶ (D) and (E) of this section, FOOD EMPLOYEES may not contact exposed, READY-TO-EAT FOOD with their bare hands and shall use suitable UTENSILS such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing EQUIPMENT.
Observed bare hand contact with ready to eat food during food prep activities in kitchen. Gloves were applied and food discarded. COS
10 PF 6-301.12 (A-D): Each HANDWASHING SINK or group of adjacent HANDWASHING SINKS shall be provided with: (A) Individual, disposable towels; (B) A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; or (C) A heated-air hand drying device; or (D) A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.
The women's bathroom did not have paper towels. Paper towels were provided. COS
13 P 3-101.11: FOOD shall be safe, unADULTERATED, and, as specified under § 3-601.12, honestly presented.
Observed mold growing on a stick of butter in the walk-in cooler. The butter was discarded. COS
21 P 3-501.16(A)(1): (A) Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under §3-501.19, and except as specified under ¶ (B) and in ¶ (C ) of this section, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD shall be maintained: (1)At 57°C (135°F) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in ¶ 3-401.11(B) or reheated as specified in ¶ 3-403.11(E) may be held at a temperature of 54°C (130°F) or above.
Observed the vertical broiler turned off and the gyro cone at 57 degrees. The broiler had been turned off for less than 30 minutes, due to slow sales. It was turned back on and heated to 135 degrees. COS
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).
In the walk-in cooler, prepared foods and foods that had been moved from their original container were not labeled with the date of preparation. Label all opened foods with the date of preparation. - Repeat (Correct By: Jun 8, 2024)
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.
The following foods were stored improperly: 1)Tortilla chips were stored in pans and baskets without a cover, 2)Cases of fresh vegetables and meat were stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler, 3)Several foods were stored without covers in the walk-in cooler. Cover foods and store 6" above the floor and maintain by the next routine inspection. Repeat
47 C 4-501.11 (A): (A) EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2.
Observed a broken bus tub used to store food in the walk-in cooler. Repair or discard broken equipment and maintain by the next routine inspection.
54 C 5-501.111: Storage areas, enclosures, and receptacles for REFUSE, recyclables, and returnables shall be maintained in good repair.
The dumpster has a rusted hole in the front. Replace and maintain by the next routine inspection.
54 C 5-501.113: Receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: (A)Inside the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT if the receptacles and units: (1)Contain FOOD residue and are not in continuous use; or (2)After they are filled; and (B)With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT.
The dumpster lid was open. Close and maintain by the next routine inspection.
55 C 6-501.11: PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair.
Observed ceiling tiles in the kitchen with water damage. Replace and maintain by the next routine inspection. Repeat
56 C 6-303.11: The light intensity shall be: (A) At least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry FOOD storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning; (B) At least 215 lux (20 foot candles): (1) At a surface where FOOD is provided for CONSUMER self-service such as buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or PACKAGED FOODS are sold or offered for consumption, (2) Inside EQUIPMENT such as reach-in and under-counter refrigerators; and (3) At a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor in areas used for handwashing, WAREWASHING, and EQUIPMENT and UTENSIL storage, and in toilet rooms; and (C)At least 540 lux (50 foot candles) at a surface where a FOOD EMPLOYEE is working with FOOD or working with UTENSILS or EQUIPMENT such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where EMPLOYEE safety is a factor.
The lights in both back dry storage areas too dim. Repair and maintain by the next routine inspection. Repeat
 

Person In Charge

  ALFREDO SERNA 		 

Date:

  05/29/2024
 

Inspector

  DANA JAMES 		 

Follow-up:  Yes   No   Follow-up Date:

06/08/2024

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Establishments: DOS AMIGOS RESTAURANT Establishment #: KK164

OBSERVATIONS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Item
Number 		Severity Violations cited in this report must be corrected within the time frames below.
57 Violation: Not all food employees have Food Handler Certification. Corrective Action: Provide accredited Food Handler Certification for all food employees within 30 days. - (Correct By: Jun 28, 2024)
58 Violation: Not all certified Food protection managers have completed allergen awareness training. Corrective Action: All employees that are certified food safety managers shall complete allergen awareness training by the next routine inspection. Repeat
Inspection Comments   OBSERVED A BOX OF LATEX GLOVES IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. I DID NOT SEE ANY OTHER LATEX GLOVES IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. THESE GLOVES WERE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES.

COPY OF THE COOLING LOG WAS PROVIDED AND WILL BE REVIEWED AT THE NEXT ORIGINAL INSPECTION.

ALEX WILL BE TAKING OVER AS MANAGER STARTING WITH THE NEXT ROUTINE INSPECTION.
HACCP Topic: DATE LABELS
 

Person In Charge

  ALFREDO SERNA 		 

Date:

  05/29/2024
 

Inspector

  DANA JAMES 		 

Follow-up:  Yes   No   Follow-up Date:

06/08/2024