CONDITIONAL
Ted's Market: Multiple Violations Found - Conditional
December 3, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:20 PM
Routine Inspection
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
6
Major
5
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Multiple violations found including improper handwashing, temperature control issues with grab-and-go cooler, improper cooling methods, inadequate warewashing sanitization, rodent droppings, and equipment/facility maintenance issues. Most violations were corrected on-site with education provided.
Violations Cited
7
#23
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
No Insects, Rodents, Birds or Nonservice Animals
Why This Matters
Mice produce 50 droppings daily containing Salmonella and hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 bacteria types and 6 parasitic worms. Rats spread plague and leptospirosis.
What Was Observed
Observed rodent droppings on the floor of the office and near the water heater.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#14
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Food Contact Surfaces: Clean and Sanitized
Why This Matters
Dirty cutting boards and utensils cause 76% of cross-contamination. Biofilms protect bacteria from cleaning. One contaminated surface spreads pathogens to dozens of foods.
What Was Observed
Active warewashing was occurring and no sanitizer solution for the immersion of utensils was set up.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#35
MAJOR
Equipment Approved: Clean; Installed; Good Repair; Capacity
Why This Matters
Household equipment cannot withstand commercial use and harbors bacteria in cracks. Latex gloves cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
What Was Observed
REPAIR the reach in cooler doors (to the right of the trash can in the prep area) to be in good repair. Doors were observed to be falling off at the hinges.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114130, 114160
#44
MAJOR
Floors, Walls and Ceiling: Built, Maintained and Clean
Why This Matters
Cracks and holes allow pest entry and make cleaning impossible. Deteriorated surfaces harbor bacteria that contaminate food and equipment.
What Was Observed
Immediately CLEAN to remove liquid accumulation on floor under warewash sink. Immediately CLEAN to remove dust buildup above oven on ceiling. Install stainless steel on wall next to the oven to repair deteriorating/damaged wall.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266
#5
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Hands Clean and Properly Washed; Proper Glove Use
Why This Matters
Sewage contains billions of pathogens including hepatitis A, norovirus, and E. coli. One tablespoon contains 100 million bacteria. Causes immediate severe illness.
What Was Observed
Observed a lack of proper handwashing as evidenced by a lack of soap/soap dispenser at the hand wash sink. Observed staff rinse gloved hands during warewashing and continued warewashing.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114193, 114197
#7
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
Why This Matters
Temperature abuse causes 63% of foodborne outbreaks. Clostridium perfringens multiplies rapidly between 70-120°F. Listeria grows even at refrigeration temperatures.
What Was Observed
Observed cut papaya at 47F and cut melon at 51F in grab and go cooler in the retail area. Ambient of the unit measured at ~53F.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037
#7
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
Why This Matters
Temperature abuse causes 63% of foodborne outbreaks. Clostridium perfringens multiplies rapidly between 70-120°F. Listeria grows even at refrigeration temperatures.
What Was Observed
Observed cut papaya at 47F and cut melon at 51F in grab and go cooler in the retail area. Ambient of the unit measured at ~53F.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037