Mama Tio's Downtown - Inspection Report
Address:1111 Main St Kansas City MO 64106
Establishment Type:Restaurant/Deli 0-5 Employees
Phone No.:(816) 590-4467

Inspection details
Inspection Date05 August, 2015
Inspection TypeRoutine
Critical Violations13
Non-critical Violations13

Violation Details
Regulation Code
Reference
Violation & Comments
3-305.11
Food is not stored as required by the Food Code
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed box of par boiled rice stored on floor of kitchen area. Stored on shelf by Person in Charge. Observed box of several packages of raw beef stored on floor of walk-in keg cooler. Box of raw beef stored on shelf more than 6" above floor by Person in Charge.
6-501.111
Effective pest control measures not in place *; and/or Dead or trapped pest not removed from traps at adequate frequency
CRITICALComply by : Aug 08, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION: Clean area below soda gun so as to prevent accumulation of pests.
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed numerous fruit flies at bar area.
3-501.16
Cold Holding - Potentially hazardous cold food was not maintained at temperatures in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed salsa stored on ice cold holding above 41 degrees F (see temp log). Salsa stored in shallow pans and placed in cooler by Person in Charge.
3-307.11
Food not protected from contamination by another source
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed various bags of sliced and shredded cheddar cheese stored in direct contact with ready to eat shredded cheese in container on make table. Bags removed by Person in Charge and ready to eat shredded cheese on make table discarded. Observed open box of tortilla chips stored directly below dripping water from dirty condensor above. Tortilla chips discarded.
3-302.11
Separation, Packaging & Segregation - Food was not protected from cross contamination according to the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed cracked raw egg and raw egg product stored above shredded cheese container of make table cooler. Shredded cheese and cracked egg discarded by Person in Charge.
3-304.14
Cloths used for wiping are used for other purposes; Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer; Wet & dry cloths not stored clean
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed numerous wet wiping cloths stored on prep and service counters of cookline, not in sanitizer bucket. Wet wiping cloths removed and stored appropriately by Person in Charge.
4-602.11
Eq. & Food-Contact-Cleaning Frequency - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned according to the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed residue along top interior portion of ice machine. Cleaned by Person in Charge. Observed buildup of residue in bar soda gun and in soda nozzles of Pepsi and Sierra Mist aty soda machine. Cleaned by Employee. Observed heavy buildup in soda gun holster at bar. Cleaned by Employee.
3-304.11
Food Contact with Equipment & Utensils - Food was allowed to contact surfaces of equipment and utensils that are not cleaned as specified according to the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed ready to eat taco shells in fry basket stored directly on dirty shelf below grill station covered in grease and debris buildup. Taco shells discarded by Person in Charge.
4-601.11
Food Contact Clean to Sight and Touch - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils was not clean to sight and touch.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed dried food debris and heavy residue along edges of tilt skillet. Cleaned by Person in Charge. Observed debris on ice scoop at bar. Cleaned by Person in Charge. Observed buildup on cutting parts of hand held can opener.
4-903.11
Equipment/utensils/linens not stored as specified in the Food Code
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed clean bar glasses stored on dirty bottom of Pepsi glass cooler. Glasses removed for cleaning. Observed unwrapped single service utensils and container lids stored in such a way that possible contamination during handwashing at side server station hand sink can contaminate them. Container lids stored below soap dispenser and single service utensils stored below paper towels. Recommend installing handsink shield, or reposition single service items and container lids away from handwashing/drying provisions.
3-603.11
Consumer Advisory for Raw or Undercooked Food - The permit holder did not inform consumers by brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means of the significantly increased risk associated with certain especially vulnerable consumers eating animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, pork, poultry, or shellfish that is raw, undercooked, or not otherwise processed in raw or undercooked form.
CRITICALComply by : Aug 08, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed no reminder (asterisk) denoting food items that can be cooked to order such as the cheeseburger on the menu.
6-501.16
Mops not allowed to air dry after use; Sawdust/wood shavings/granular salt used on floors
Comply by : Nov 03, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed wet mop head stored in basin of mop sink.
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at frequency to prevent buildup of residue
Comply by : Nov 03, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed excess food debris on bottom of undercounter make table cooler. Observed black mold like buildup on condensor of walk-in beer cooler. Observed heavy buildup and residue on shelves of walk-in keg cooler. Observed black mold like buildup on interior portion of walk-in keg cooler door. Observed overflow at air break behind soda/ice machine resulting in frequent leak and standing water in catch plate below.
3-501.16
Hot Holding - Potentially hazardous hot food was not maintained at temperatures in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed refried beans stored on steam table below required hot holding temperature of 135 degrees or below (see temp log). Refried beans reheated by Person in Charge (see temp log).
5-205.15
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair *
CRITICALComply by : Aug 08, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed leak below rear portion of 2nd to right basin of bar 4 compartment sink. Service call made on site by Person in Charge. Observed clogged main drain below bar 4 compartment sink resulting in standing water on floor for extended period of time. 4 compartment may not be used until repairs have been made. Signage stating 4 compartment sink may not be used posted by Person in Charge at time of inspection.
4-602.12
Cooking & Baking Equipment - The food-contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment are not cleaned at least every 24 hours and/or the cavities and door seals of microwave ovens are not cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure.
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed extreme amounts of residue and debris on microwave handle, seals of door, and overall interior of microwave oven. Cleaned by Person in Charge.
4-101.11
Utensils/food-contact surfaces not made of safe, durable, smooth materials*
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed green chiles in undercounter make table cooler stored in original containers. Discarded by Person in Charge.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair & adjusted per manufacturer's specs; and/or Scratched cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded
Comply by : Nov 03, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed gasket of keg cooler in disrepair.
4-903.11
Single-service/use items not stored as specified in the Food Code; and/or Single-service/use items stored in prohibited areas
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed to go boxes stored on floor of side server station. Observed sleeves of single service cups and boxes of single service cups stored on floor of dry storage room. Items stored on shelves by Person in Charge.
4-601.11
Equipment not maintained free of encrusted grease/soil deposits
Comply by : Nov 03, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed heavy grease buildup covering sides of fryer.
2-101.11
The Permit Holder shall require Food Employees and Conditional Employees to report to the Person In Charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through Food.
CRITICALComply by : Aug 08, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed no written Employee Health policy noting the Big 5 Illnesses, their signs, or symptoms. Copy of Employee Health Policy provided to Person in Charge at time of inspection. Employee Health policy must be signed and dated by all Food service workers.
7-201.11
Separation, Storage - Poisonous or toxic materials are not stored in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed glass cleaner stored directly above deli tissue in side server station. Observed pledge furniture polish stored above ice machine. Toxic agents stored away from food and food contact surfaces by Person in Charge. Observed roach bait station stored in direct contact with single service cups and bowls stored in container in dry storage room. All items in container discarded by Person in Charge.
3-101.11
Safe, Unadulterated, & Honestly Presented - Food was not seen to be safe, unadulterated, and/or honestly presented.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed open bag of adulterated sliced pepper jack cheese in walk-in beer cooler. Cheese discarded by Person in Charge.
3-304.12
In-use utensils not properly stored between uses
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed single service ramekins stored in lettuce and mexi rice containers on make table. Ramekins removed by Person in Charge. Observed handle of ice scoop stored in direct contact with consumption ice. Ice scoop repositioned "handle up" by Employee.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair & cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean
Comply by : Nov 03, 2015
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed thick residue on racks supporting microwave ovens. Observed debris on overhead shelves above grill and fry station. Observed debris covering lids of flour and sugar containers below side server station counter. Observed spillage on walls near warewashing machine and handsink in warewashing area. Observed debris behind Pespsi bar glass cooler. Observed residue (possibly soda syrup) on floor below bar soda gun.
3-304.15
Single-use gloves being used for more than one task; and/or Appropriate gloves not being used for job task being performed
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed Person in Charge use same pair of single-use gloves to clean dirty items on floor and to handle ready to eat food/produce on make table. Person in Charge instructed to change gloves, wash hands, and put on a new pair of gloves in between tasks. Food items handled with dirty gloves discarded by Person in Charge.