Food for Thought: Familiar names on low performer list

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – Several familiar names land on the low performers list in this week’s Food for Thought, after racking up dozens of violations but not every kitchen missed the mark.

But a few local favorites are being recognized for doing things right.

Anna’s Mexican Restaurant at 6909 Indiana had 20 violations.

  • Green chilis did not have a date mark.
  • Utensils were cleaned but were not being sanitized.
  • A sanitizing solution was at toxic levels.
  • The sanitizer in the dish washer was not strong enough.
  • Cans were dented. This can cause botulism.
  • A toxic item was not labeled.
  • Not all employees had a current food handler certification.
  • There was no certified food manager available.

(Core)

  • Gaps along top and bottom or rear door, and hole in screen, allowing for the possible entry of pests.
  • Cloth used for wiping stored out of solution between use.
  • Containers of sanitizing solution stored on floor.
  • RTE tortillas stored on floor.
  • Utensil stored with handle in contact with the food in container of chili powder.
  • Clean utensils stored wet, not in a self draining position that allows air drying.
  • Magnetic knife holder soiled with an accumulation of dust and dirt.
  • Top of ice machine with an accumulation of dust and dirt.
  • Holes in wall under 3 compartment sink and behind hand sink, not maintained in good repair.
  • Employee personal food stored above RTE tortillas in RIC.
  • Employee cell phone stored on container of salt.
  • CFM not posted in conspicuous location.

The report shows most violations were corrected at the time of the inspection…

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