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PIZZERIA LA SCALA

1301 SOLANA BLVD 4115 WESTLAKE, TX 76262

Retail Food Establishment Inspection Report | Routine

August 30, 2023
Demerits & Grade: 25 Grade:
Observations & Corrective Actions

6: Observed pizza and calazones on the line without time or temperature control.
Corrective Actions: Must cold hold 41F or below, hot hold 135F or use time as public health control. If using time as public health control you must time stamp day and time TCS (time temperature control for safety) food items were put out. Time stamp is a 4hr rule. If food is left out at 4hrs or more, you must discard.

10: Observed slicer with particles adhered to blade. Observed organic matter adhered to the inside surface of the ice machine around the ice chute.
Corrective Actions: Must properly clean and sanitize slicer immediately after each use. Must properly drain ice, clean and sanitize on the inside surface.

18: Observed bleach sanitizer in sanitizer bucket above 200PPM.
Corrective Actions: Bleach sanitizer must be between 50-100PPM.

21: Observed food manager certification not available.
Corrective Actions: Food manager certification must be available, easily accessible and posted. Food manager must be on site at all times.

22: Observed food handler certifications not available.
Corrective Actions: Food handler certifications must be available, easily accessible at all times.

28: Observed no date marking of TCS ( time temperature control for safety) food items in walk in coolers and reach in coolers.
Corrective Actions: Must date mark all TCS food items with day item was prepped and/or opened and discard date of no more than 7 days of prep and/or open date.

29: Observed sanitizer test strips not available. Observed thermometers missing in the reach in coolers.
Corrective Actions: Must obtain sanitizer test strips and keep easily accessible at all times. Ensure thermometers are in all reach in coolers and walk in cooler.

31: Observed employee washing knife in handsink.
Corrective Actions: Must properly wash, rinse and sanitize dishes in the 3 compartment sink or dish machine. Handwashing sinks are for handwashing only.

32: Observed dirty gaskets in multiple reach in coolers. Observed residue build up on the outside and inside of the equipment.
Corrective Actions: Must clean and sanitize gaskets. Must clean and sanitize on the outside and inside coolers.

37: Observed numerous food items in the walk in cooler stored on the floor.
Corrective Actions: All food items must be stored 6 inches off the floor.

38: Observed vacuum packed salmon thawing in vacuum pack in the walk in cooler.
Corrective Actions: Must remove vacuum packaging before thawing.

45: Observed debris build up on floors and walls throughout kitchen. Observed damaged/missing tiles in kitchen area.
Corrective Actions: Must clean floors and walls in kitchen, behind and under equipment. Must repair or replace damaged/missing tiles.

47: Observed expired permit posted. Observed food manager certification not posted. Observed employee must wash hands before returning to work sign missing in restrooms.
Corrective Actions: Must post current permit. Must post manager certification. Must post handwashing signs.

Additional Comments

Ensure proper cooling is being followed.
1.Food must be cooled from135F to 70F within 2 hours then:
2. Food must be cooled from 70F to 41F within 4hours.

Proper ways to cool big batch food items include:

1. Portion food into smaller amounts and refrigerate. While cooling food in the refrigerator, leave a portion of the covering on the food pan open to allow heat to escape. Do not stack pans on top of each other s air must be able to circulate around the food.

2. Place a pan of food in ice-water bath and stir.

3. Use chilling equipment such as ice wand or blast chiller.


Reminder: Permit payments for lounge and restaurant are due 9/10/2023.

Observations
1.Time and Temperature for Food Safety
NO
1 Proper cooling time & temperature
Compliant
Observations
IN
2 Proper cold holding temperature (41°F/45°F)
Compliant
Observations
IN
3 Proper hot holding temperature (135°F)
Compliant
Observations
IN
4 Proper cooking time & temperature
Compliant
Observations
IN
5 Proper reheating procedure for hot holding (165°F in 2 hours)
Compliant
Observations
OUT
6 Time as a public health control: procedures & records
Observed
Observations
Approved Source
IN
7 Food & ice obtained from approved source; good condition, safe & unadulterated; parasite destruction
Compliant
Observations
NO
8 Food received at proper temperature
Compliant
Observations
Protection from Contamination
IN
9 Food separated & protected, prevented during food preparation, storage, display, & tasting
Compliant
Observations
OUT
10 Food contact surfaces & returnables; cleaned and sanitized
Observed
Observations
IN
11 Proper disposition of food returned, previously service or reconditioned
Compliant
Observations
Employee Health
IN
12 Management, food employees & conditional employees; knowledge, responsibilities, & reporting
Compliant
Observations
IN
13 Proper use of restriction and exclusion; no discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth
Compliant
Observations
Preventing Contamination by Hands
IN
14 Hands cleaned & properly washed/gloves use properly
Compliant
Observations
IN
15 No bare hand contact with ready to eat foods or approved alternate method properly followed
Compliant
Observations
Highly Susceptible Populations
NA
16 Pasteurized foods used; prohibited food not offered, pasteurized eggs used when required
Compliant
Observations
Chemicals
IN
17 Food additives; approved, properly stored; washing fruits & vegetables
Compliant
Observations
OUT
18 Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Observed
Observations
Water/Plumbing
IN
19 Water from approved source; plumbing installed; proper backflow device
Compliant
Observations
IN
20 Approved sewage/wastewater disposal system, proper disposal
Compliant
Observations
Demonstation of Knowledge/Personnel
OUT
21 Person in charge present, demonstration of knowledge, & perform duties/certified food manager (CFM)
Observed
Observations
OUT
22 Food handler/no unauthorized persons/personnel
Observed
Observations
Safe Water, Recordkeeping & Food Package Labeling
IN
23 Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure safe
Compliant
Observations
IN
24 Required records available (shellstock tags; parasite destruction); packaged food labeled
Compliant
Observations
Conformance with Approved Procedures
NA
25 Compliance with variance, specialized process, and HACCP plan; variance obtained for specialized processing methods; manufacturer instructions
Compliant
Observations
Consumer Advisory
NA
26 Posting consumer advisories; raw/under cooked foods (Disclosure/reminder/buffet plate) allergen label
Compliant
Observations
Food Temperature Control/Identification
NO
27 Proper cooling method used; equipment adequate to maintain product temperature
Compliant
Observations
OUT
28 Proper date marking & disposition
Repeat Observed
Observations
OUT
29 Thermometers provided, accurate, & calibrated; chemical/thermal test strips
Observed
Observations
Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation
IN
30 Food establishment permit (current & valid)
Compliant
Observations
Utensils, Equipment, and Vending
OUT
31 Adequate handwashing facilities; accessible & properly supplied, used
Observed
Observations
OUT
32 Food and non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Repeat Observed
Observations
IN
33 Warewashing facilities; installed, maintained, used/service sink or curb cleaning facility provided
Compliant
Observations
Prevention of Food Contamination
IN
34 No evidence of insect contamination, rodents/animals
Compliant
Observations
IN
35 Personal cleanliness/eating, drinking or tobacco use
Compliant
Observations
IN
36 Wiping clothes; properly used & stored
Compliant
Observations
OUT
37 Environmental contamination
Observed
Observations
OUT
38 Approved thawing method
Observed
Observations
Proper Use of Utensils
IN
39 Utensils, equipment, & linens; properly used, stored, dried, & handled/ in use utensils; properly used
Compliant
Observations
IN
40 Single-service articles; properly stored & used
Compliant
Observations
Food Identification
IN
41 Original container labeling (bulk food)
Compliant
Observations
Physical Facilities
IN
42 Non-food contact surfaces clean
Compliant
Observations
IN
43 Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Compliant
Observations
IN
44 Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Compliant
Observations
OUT
45 Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Observed
Observations
IN
46 Toilet facilities; properly constructed, supplied, & clean
Compliant
Observations
OUT
47 Other violations
Observed