Checkers #158, 1501 Us Hwy 19, Holiday, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CHECKERS #158
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1501 Us Hwy 19, Holiday, FL 34691-5650
License #: 6101984
Total inspections: 20
Last inspection: 09/05/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on handwash sink. Bathroom.
  • Basic - Bathroom facility not clean.
  • Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair,hand wash sink coming off wall.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
09/05/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.Lime scale.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
1/29/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bathroom facility not clean.Mens room.
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Walkin freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Drain cover(s) missing.outside Mens room.
  • Basic - Objectionable odor in establishment.Mens room.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
8/8/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/8/2013Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Reachin freezer. **Warning**
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.hamburger freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.Reachin freezer shelves. **Warning**
5/28/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on handwash sink. Ice in it. **Warning**
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.Walkin cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Reachin freezer. **Warning**
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust.Reach in freezer fan dripping water into food pan **Warning**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.hamburger freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.Reachin freezer shelves. **Warning**
3/26/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.Ice bucket .
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Water shut off.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.Hood filters .
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.Ice scoops.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.Sharpening file rusty . Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.Front reachin cooler .
  • Observed storage of maintenance tools in areas that may result in cross-contamination.Scrub pads stored over hamburger reachin freezer . Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.Handwash sink .
8/1/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.Hamburger freezer . Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.Hood filters .
3/20/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Drain cover(s) missing.Loose ,by fryers.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Walkin freezer .
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.Cookline sink being used as dump sink.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Used as dump sink .
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets . North side reachin cooler .
  • Observed wall in disrepair.Mens room ,corner.
1/9/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Drain cover(s) missing.Front kitchen floor .
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Bins for to go condiments.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repairBrooms.
  • Critical - Observed soiled walkin.cooler gaskets.
7/21/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation.
  • Drain cover(s) missing.Outside mens room.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.Burger freezer.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Condiment lids,and bins.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition.Plastic containers ,and lids .
4/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.Ladies room .
  • Light not functioning.Walkin freezer .
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.Jacket stored on food boxes. Corrected On Site.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
1/11/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored in a prohibited area.Buns stored next to handwash sink.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition.Broken,and cracked lexan pans,lids.
  • Critical. Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink.Not sanitized.
  • Critical. Food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized properly after cleaning.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.Deflector shield .
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.Towel wrapped drain pipe,handwash sink.
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable.Rusted walkin freezer floor .
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Person in charge failed to insure employees are properly sanitizing equipment.
  • Critical. Employees not informed of acceptable sanitary practices.Wash,rinse ,sanitize,utensils in 3compartment sink.Note; I observed employee only wash,and rinse utensils .
10/14/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.Walkin freezer .
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.
6/16/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Cooked meats or poultry not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.Dump sink.
  • Critical. Observed food manager (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink.
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.Female mgr. touching bread buns.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.Inside door ,True,reachin freezer .
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.Drain over flowing when 3compartment sink water drained out.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area,and caulking .
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Walkin freezer .
  • Critical. Person in charge failed to insure proper handwashing for herself .She washed her hands in 3compartment sink.
3/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding units.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.South end drive up window.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Shelves above 3compartment sink.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.Hood filters.
  • Drain cover(s) missing.Front area.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Storing soiled towels in it. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.Ladies room.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.Missing grout. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.Due to missing grout . Repeat Violation.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.Hood.
12/16/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.Reachin freezer ,drive up area.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition.Rubber spatula ,and knife .
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.Missing grout on kitchen floor .
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.Due to missing grout.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.Til.s,also water dripping from A. C. vents.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
8/26/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/17/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/27/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/2/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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