How many health inspections has LA CATRINA COCINA MEXICANA had?

LA CATRINA COCINA MEXICANA has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has LA CATRINA COCINA MEXICANA ever been shut down?

No, LA CATRINA COCINA MEXICANA has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at LA CATRINA COCINA MEXICANA?

The most frequently cited violations at LA CATRINA COCINA MEXICANA are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Toilet facilities.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?

CONTAMINATION PATHWAY: Improper handwashing is the single most significant factor in spreading foodborne illness. Hands carry 3,200 bacteria per square centimeter. CDC reports proper handwashing reduces diarrheal illness by 30% and respiratory illness by 21%. Inadequate technique leaves Norovirus, E. coli, and Salmonella on hands, directly contaminating food. Employees must wash hands for minimum 20 seconds with soap and warm water: before handling food, after touching raw meat, after using restroom, after sneezing/coughing, after handling garbage, after touching face/hair, when switching tasks. Use proper technique: wet hands, apply soap, scrub 20 seconds including fingertips and between fingers, rinse, dry with single-use towel.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

LA CATRINA COCINA MEXICANA

500 W GRANADA BLVD STE 1, Ormond Beach, FL 32174

Volusia County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: LA CATRINA COCINA MEXICANA INC · License: SEA7407504

LA CATRINA COCINA MEXICANA in Ormond Beach, FL has 26 inspections on record with 201 total violations (7.7 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Apr 2, 2025 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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