LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – This week’s Food for Thought is a mixed bag. We have two top performers and two underachievers on the list.

Tech Cafe At 3:24 p.m. the 50th had 19 violations.

• Raw eggs were above the safe cold temperature of 41 degrees.
• Raw chicken was stored over cheese.
• The disinfectant solution was too strong.
• Cans of tomato paste were severely dented and bloated. This can cause botulism.
• Employees’ personal medications were stored above the food in the dining room.
• Plastic food containers were broken. They must be kept in good condition.
• A can opener was wrapped in tape.
• The permit for the facility had expired

The inspector found that due to the number and nature of the violations, the person responsible had demonstrated a lack of control by management.

(Core)

• Walk-in cold room not repaired.
• Wet wipe, stored on the cutting board outside a disinfectant bucket between uses.
• In both freezers in the facility, heavy ice had formed on the walls and lids.
• Handle of a scoop, in a flour container for storing large quantities, in direct contact with the food, in a dry storage area.
• Disposable cups stored in a salt container in the dry storage area.
• Large containers of white powder stored in the dry storage area without a label showing the common name of the food.
• Large containers of brown powder stored in the dry storage area without a label showing the common name of the food.
• Large amounts of dust and dirt had accumulated on the top of the refrigerator compartment.
• Large amounts of dust and dirt had accumulated on the top of the ice cream maker.
• Large amounts of grease had accumulated in the vent above the spice rack next to the entrance door.

The report shows that most of the violations were corrected during the inspector’s presence.

Los Victors California-style Mexican food at 4928 50th there were 21 violations.

• Raw eggs, diced ham, beans and chili rellenos were above the safe cold temperature of 41 degrees.
• The ambient temperature in the refrigerator was 46 degrees. Food must be able to be stored at 41 degrees or colder.
• Raw shrimp and raw fish were served over cooked chicken and sliced ​​watermelon.
• Staff wash their hands for less than 20 seconds and touch the faucet with clean hands. To avoid cross-contamination, a barrier such as a paper towel must be used.
• There was no hand soap or paper towels at the sink.
• Spray bottles were not labeled or stored properly.
• Pazole and Caldo were stored beyond their best-before date.
• Chili rellenos, guacamole and watermelon had no date.

The inspector finds that due to the number and nature of the violations, knowledge of food safety was not maintained.

(Core)

• A personal drink without a lid was kept on the prep table opposite the grill.
• Red and white wipes were kept on the preparation tables between uses.
• Two beverage glasses stored on top of the ice maker were kept upright and uncovered.
• A container of beef soup had a label for crema, and a clean container at the dishwashing stage had a label that was not removed during the dishwashing process.
• Two stainless steel cooling/warming appliances, not currently used as cooling/warming appliances but for storing food and disposable items, were visibly dirty.
• The mop head, currently unused, was stored in the mop basin.
• An employee apron and backpack were stored above a bag of salt in the dry storage rack, and personal items were stored above food in the walk-in cooler.
• The wall near the steam table was visibly dirty.
• The toilet in the ladies’ room was visibly dirty.

The report shows that most of the violations were corrected during the inspector’s presence.

Now for the good news. Here’s a look at this week’s top performers:

• China Town at 5217 82nd
• Amici’s Wine Bar at 11824 Indiana

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