Jalapeno Brothers - Inspection Report
Address:8140 NW Prarie View Rd. Kansas City MO 64151
Establishment Type:Restaurant/Deli
Phone No.:(816) 741-5665

Inspection details
Inspection Date23 November, 2016
Inspection TypeRoutine
Critical Violations13
Non-critical Violations15

Violation Details
Regulation Code
Reference
Violation & Comments
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at frequency to prevent buildup of residue
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed dried food debris and buildup on the stove. Observed buildup on the lid of the tortilla chip container.
3-302.12
Food storage containers are not identified with common name of food
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed containers of white spice stored in sytrofoam containers near the microwave missing a label. Person in charge identified as sugar and discarded at time of inspection.
4-904.11
Single-service/use items not properly handled, displayed or dispensed to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces; and/or Single-service items for consumer self-service not furnished with the original wrapper or from an approved dispenser
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed single-service forks in a cup on top of the seasoning shelf not inverted. Observed single-service cups at the cash register not inverted. Employee inverted.
3-501.14
Cooling - Cooked potentially hazardous food was not cooled in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed pinto beans prepared yesterday stored in walk-in cooler #1 in deep container with an internal temperature above 41F. Pinto beans were discarded at time of inspection.
3-501.15
Cooling methods not in accordance with time and temperature criteria as specified in the Food Code
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed hummus in the walk-in cooler #2 with condensation on the plastic wrap. Observed pinto beans in walk-in cooler #1 to be a large, very deep container with condensation on the plastic wrap. Pinto beans were discarded at time of inspection.
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 container of shredded cheese stored on the bottom shelf of a prep table near the steam well. Person in charge stated the cheese was left out overnight and discarded at time of inspection.
3-501.17
RTE PHF, Date Marking - Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours was not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed several foods in both walk-in coolers (including ground beef, black and pinto beans, and raw chicken) missing date markings. Day of the week labels are used but no date was printed on the label. Discussed with person in charge regarding date marking.
6-303.11
Lighting intensity not adequate in food prep, storage & service areas
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed light out at the hood vent above the stove.
4-602.11
Eq. & Food-Contact-Cleaning Frequency - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned according to the Food Code.
CRITICALComply by : Nov 26, 2016
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed buildup on the table-mounted can opener near the microwave. Observed buildup in all nozzles at the soda fountain in the lobby. Person in charge had employee clean at time of inspection. Observed pink buildup in the ice chute at the soda fountain in the lobby.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair & adjusted per manufacturer's specs; and/or Scratched cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a make table and Coke cooler in disrepair and not working at time of inspection.
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
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed to-go containers, foam cups, and other single-service items stored in boxes on the floor in dry storage.
4-101.11
Utensils/food-contact surfaces not made of safe, durable, smooth materials*
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed gyro meat stored inside of a grocery-style bag still on the roller. Meat was removed to a food-grade container.
6-403.11
Employee accommodations not clearly designated for eating/drinking/smoking
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed employee tea bag stored with consumer tea. Employee removed.
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 raw chicken and raw ground sausage/beef stored above cooked gyro meat in walk-in cooler #1. Person in charge rearranged. Observed raw ground beef stored on the same shelf with raw chicken on a bottom shelf in walk-in cooler #1. Person in charge rearranged.
4-601.11
Equipment not maintained free of encrusted grease/soil deposits
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed dust buildup on the hood vent filters above the stove.
6-501.110
Designated dressing rooms/lockers not used by employees
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed employee hat stored on top of tea and seasonings on a shelf on the left side of the dry storage room. Observed employee hat and apron stored on top of glassware and flour on a shelf on the right side of the dry storage room.
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 buildup on knives at gyro station, ladle and knife on stove, in glassware on the shelf in the dry storage, and on the plates stored below the steam well. Person in charge removed utensils and dishes to the warewash area to have cleaned.
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 soiled wiping cloth stored on top of a clean pan a the clean utensil shelf. Cloth was removed and pan was taken to the warewash to be cleaned.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair & cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed grease buildup on the floors and wall behind the fryer. Observed wall below three-compartment sink in disrepair. Observed wall between three-compartment sink to mopsink to be in disrepair. Observed tiles missing on floor between three-compartment sink and mopsink. Observed stains on ceiling tiles in hallway to restrooms, in women's restroom, and throughout the lobby. Observed ceiling tiles in the utility closet, next to dry storage.
4-101.110
Nonscratching utensil not used with nonstick coatings; and/or Nonfood-contact surfaces not made of durable, smooth materials
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed duct tape on the lip and rim of the cold table by the air vents.
3-305.11
Food is not stored as required by the Food Code
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed soda BIBs stored on the floor in the dry storage room.
2-401.11
Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco - An employee was seen eating, drinking, or using a form of tobacco 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 could result.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed an open drink stored on a cutting board next to the blender by the walk-in cooler #2. Drink was discarded.
5-205.15
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair *
CRITICALComply by : Nov 26, 2016
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed leak from hot water handle at the prep sink near the three-compartment sink.
3-501.18
RTE PHF, Disposition - Ready-to-Eat, Potentially Hazardous Food was not discarded in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed cucumber yogurt sauce with a day label of Wednesday and person in charge stated the chef had made the sauce last week and was past the 7 day hold time. Food was discarded at time of inspection.
4-901.11
Equipment/utensils not air dried after washing, rinsing & sanitizing
Comply by : Feb 21, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed wares wet stacked at the clean utensil shelf near walk-in cooler #1. Discussed with person in charge.
4-702.11
Before Use After Cleaning - Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment are not sanitized before use after cleaning.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed no sanitizer set up at the cookline during active food prep. Person in charge made a bleach bucket to 50ppm.
3-403.11
Reheating for Hot Holding - Potentially hazardous food or Ready-to-eat food was not reheated for hot holding in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed ground beef reheating in the steam well. Person in charge removed to reheat via direct heat.
2-301.14
When to Wash - Food Employees did not clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms according to Food Code guidelines
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed employee chopping cilantro with gloves on while talking on cell phone. Employee put down cell phone and then was instructed to change gloves and wash hands.