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X Food Service Establishment
    Retail Food Store
    Temporary
    Mobile
KANKAKEE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
2390 W. STATION STREET
KANKAKEE, IL 60901
(815) 802-9410, (815) 802-9411 (FAX)

FOOD SERVICE SANITARY INSPECTION REPORT
 Establishment #   KK295  
    Pre-opening
X Original Inspection
    Reinspection
   Follow-Up
    Possible FBI
    Complaint
   Other
Name of Establishment  EL MEXICANO RESTAURANT Address  503 RIVERSTONE PKWY UNIT 203
Owner or Operator   COVARRUBIAS, LUIS City   KANKAKEE Zip Code   60901
 
ITEM
X
WT
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
X
WT
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
X
WT
DESCRIPTION
 
FOOD
18
 
1
 Pre-flushed, scraped, soaked
34
  
1
 Outside storage area, enclosures properly constructed, clean: controlled incineration
*1
  
5
 Source, Wholesome, No Spoilage
19
  
2
 Wash, rinse after: clean, proper temperature
2
X
1
 Original Container, Properly Labeled
*20
  
4
 Sanitization rinse: Clean, temperature, concentration   INSECT, RODENT ANIMAL CONTROL
 
FOOD PROTECTION
*35
  
4
 Presence of insects/rodents - outer openings protected; no birds, turtles, or other animals
*3
  
5
 Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirements during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
21
X
1
 Wiping cloths: clean, use restricted
22
  
2
 Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean, free of abrasives and detergents  
FLOORS WALLS AND CEILINGS
36
  
1
 Floor: constructed, drained, clean, good repair, covering installation, dustless cleaning methods
*4
  
4
 Facilities to maintain product temperature
23
X
1
 Non-food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
5
 
1
 Thermometers provided and conspicuous
37
X
1
 Walls, ceiling, attached equipment: constructed good repair, clean surfaces, dustless cleaning methods
6
 
2
 Potentially hazardous food properly thawed
24
  
1
 Storage, handling of clean equipment utensils
*7
X
4
 Unwrapped and potentially hazardous food not re-served, Cross Contamination
25
  
1
 Single-service articles, storage, dispensing  
LIGHTING
26
  
2
 No re-use of single-service articles
38
  
1
 Lighting provided as required - Fixtures shielded
8
X
2
 Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation  
WATER
  
VENTILATION
*27
 
5
 Water source, safe: Hot and cold under pressure
39
  
1
 Rooms and equipment - vented as required
9
  
2
 Handling of food(ice) minimized, methods  
SEWAGE
  
DRESSING ROOMS
10
  
1
 Food(ice) dispensing utensils properly stored
*28
  
4
 Sewage and waste water disposal
40
  
1
 Rooms clean, lockers provided, facilities clean
 
PERSONNEL
  
PLUMBING
  
OTHER OPERATIONS
*11
  
5
 Personnel with infections restricted
29
  
1
 Installed, maintained
*41
  
5
 Toxic items properly stored, labeled and used
*12
X
5
 Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices
*30
 
5
 Cross-connection, back siphonage-backflow
42
  
1
 Premises: maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning/maintenance equipment properly stored, authorized personnel
13
  
1
Clean clothes, hair restraints
  
TOILET AND HAND-WASHING FACILITIES
 
FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS
14
  
2
 Food (ice) contact surfaces: designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
*31
X
4
 Number, convenient, accessible, designed, installed
43
  
1
 Complete separation from living/sleeping quarters, laundry
32
 
2
 Toilet rooms enclosed, self-closing doors, fixtures, good repair, clean: Hand cleanser, sanitary towels/hand drying devices provided. Proper waste receptacles, tissue
15
  
1
 Non-food (ice) contact surfaces: designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located.
44
  
1
 Clean, soiled linen properly stored
 
CERTIFIED PERSONNEL
16
  
2
 Dishwashing facilities: designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located, operated
*45
     Management personnel certified Yes     No X Registered for class    
 
GARBAGE AND REFUSE DIPSOSAL
17
  
1
 Accurate thermometers, chemical test kits provided, gauge cook
33
  
2
 Containers or receptacles covered: adequate number, insect/rodent proof, frequency, clean
 
      
Sanitizer Requirement:  Chemical   Chlorine 200 ppm                   Dishwasher Temperature   Chlorine 100 °F or label
Food Temperatures:   eggs 39; BBQ pork 147; rice 161; shrimp 9; cheese 39-41
 
General Comments
Haccp: discussed sanitizer strength and placement.

No follow up required. 
Report and Instructions Received By   Luis Covarrubias /  
 
(Please Print)
  
(Signature of Owner or Representative)
Date  03/09/2010 Time In  1:00 PM Time Out  2:30 PM Sanitation Score  81 (100 Minus Demerits)
By  Penny Suszycki (Sanitarian) Adjusted Score  81  
 
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    Food Service Establishment
    Retail Food Store
    Temporary
    Mobile
KANKAKEE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
2390 W. STATION STREET
KANKAKEE, IL 60901
(815) 802-9410, (815) 802-9411 (FAX)

FOOD SERVICE SANITARY INSPECTION REPORT
 Establishment #   KK295  
    Pre-opening
X Original Inspection
    Reinspection
    Follow-Up__________
    Possible FBI
    Complaint
    Other______________
Name of Establishment  EL MEXICANO RESTAURANT Address  503 RIVERSTONE PKWY UNIT 203
Owner or Operator   COVARRUBIAS, LUIS City   KANKAKEE Zip Code   60901
 

ITEM
Remarks and Recommendations for Corrections
Corrected By
*7  Observed raw eggs stored above cheese in 2-door cooler in cooks area. Please store all potentially hazardous foods either below or separate from ready to eat foods. Eggs moved. (750.120) Immediate/Onsite
*12  Observed personal keys in cook''s area on top of prep cooler; observed dish washing attendant eating while doing dishes. Please store all personal belongings in a locker or completely separate from food prep areas, food storage, food equipment and single service items. Absolutely NO eating or drinking anywhere in kitchen!! Please make sure employees eat in dining area. Keys removed; employee instructed. (750.520) Immediate/Onsite
*31  Observed hand sink in bar used for washing limes and pitchers. Hand sinks are for washing hands only!! Please use 3-bay or vegetable sink in kitchen for washing and rinsing produce and dishware. (750.1120)Items removed. Immediate/Onsite
*45  Facility has one employee signed up for March, 2010 class, but will need one more. Next Inspection
2  Observed various foods in coolers, freezers and walk in cooler not properly labeled. Please label with item and use by date. (750.100) Next Inspection
8  Observed various foods uncovered in 2-door cooler, walk in cooler and taco shells in cooks area. Please keep all food covered and protected during storage. (750.130) Next Inspection
21  Observed wiping cloths throughout kitchen on counters and shelves. When not in use, store in sanitizer solution or soiled, non-absorbent laundry bag. (750.810) Next Inspection
23  Observed the following non-food contact surfaces in need of cleaning: 1. sides of fryers, grill, stoves and coolers in cooks area, 2. inside of prep cooler in cook''s line and microwave, 3. inside handles of large white storage bins used for tortilla chips. Please clean. (750.800) Next Inspection
37  Observed walls in cook''s area and behind dish washing machine in need of cleaning. Please clean. (750.1220) Next Inspection
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
Report and Instructions Received By   Luis Covarrubias /  
 
(Please Print)
  
(Signature of Owner or Representative)
Date  03/09/2010 Time In  1:00 PM Time Out  2:30 PM Sanitation Score  81 (100 Minus Demerits)
By  Penny Suszycki (Sanitarian) Adjusted Score  81  
 
Page 3 of 3

    Food Service Establishment
    Retail Food Store
    Temporary
    Mobile
KANKAKEE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
2390 W. STATION STREET
KANKAKEE, IL 60901
(815) 802-9410, (815) 802-9411 (FAX)

FOOD SERVICE SANITARY INSPECTION REPORT
 Establishment #   KK295  
    Pre-opening
X Original Inspection
    Reinspection
    Follow-Up__________
    Possible FBI
    Complaint
    Other______________
Name of Establishment  EL MEXICANO RESTAURANT Address  503 RIVERSTONE PKWY UNIT 203
Owner or Operator   COVARRUBIAS, LUIS City   KANKAKEE Zip Code   60901
 

ITEM
Remarks and Recommendations for Corrections
Corrected By
Report and Instructions Received By   Luis Covarrubias /  
 
(Please Print)
  
(Signature of Owner or Representative)
Date  03/09/2010 Time In  1:00 PM Time Out  2:30 PM Sanitation Score  81 (100 Minus Demerits)
By  Penny Suszycki (Sanitarian) Adjusted Score  81