Bamz, 2464 E Tamiami Tr, Naples, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: BAMZ
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2464 E Tamiami Tr, Naples, FL 34112
License #: 2101452
Total inspections: 26
Last inspection: 07/10/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At bar and by bathrooms
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair In WIC
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked potatoes in RIC **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in reach-in cooler. Observed raw chicken over raw fish in RIC **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
07/10/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine in poor repair lid falls off
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • High Priority - Cheese/milk/creamer/other dairy products cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese slices 49° F in RIC stacked too high, corrective action taken some cheese moved to bottom unit.
  • High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed chef handle RTE foods with bare hands **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chef scrub a spatula in three three comp sink not set up sink with no Sanitization step. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over washed lettuce and cooked potatoes **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sani bucket over 200 ppm chlorine.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
11/4/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. RIC adjacent to fryer
  • Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm chlorine in two sanitizer buckets.
  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. Can of tuna. Voluntarily discarded.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
7/1/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee handle hotdog buns, burger garnishes, olives, onions and other ready tomeat foods bare handed **Warning** Using tongs
2/11/2013Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Warning**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Observed bag of onions and bucket of potatoes stored on floor in walk in cooler **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing. Observed employee wash and sanitize food container without rinsing **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed 3 comp sink set up rinse,wash, sanitize **Warning**
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap under screen door leading outside **Warning**
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use knife stored between prep table and reach in cooler **Warning**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In women's restroom restrooms
  • Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. In kitchen
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease. In kitchen **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Sitting on prep table on reach in coller **Warning**
  • High Priority - License is expired and is more than 60 after expiration date. License expired 12/01/2012 **Admin Complaint**
  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 dented cans of tuna not segregated in dry storage **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands.observed employee handle raw beef then directly grab bread and assemble ready to eat foods without washing hands **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee handle hotdog buns, burger garnishes, olives, onions and other ready tomeat foods bare handed **Warning**
  • High Priority - Food container stored in ice used for drinks. Observed bucket of lemons stored in drink ice behind the bar **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Excessive build up in ice machine **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Person in charge fails to exhibit active managerial control. Person in charge unable to find out how many cheese steaks made on january 6th date of foodborne illness complaint **Warning**
2/8/2013Complaint FullAdministrative complaint recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/31/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Violation: 33-10-1 Observed inside/outside of dumpster not clean. maggots within still have them
  • Violation: 37-19-1 Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. hall way
10/15/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. less than 50ppm 3/c sink
  • Critical - Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. using paint brush
  • Critical - Observed ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest/coolest part of the holding unit. walkin cooler
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. side of equipment Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. 2 sink area
  • Critical - Observed employee reusing utensil to taste food.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. broken door ice machine
  • Critical - Observed flammable material stored around water heater. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed inside/outside of dumpster not clean. maggots within
  • Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. hall way
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair sink coming off wall still operational
  • Critical - Observed nonready-to-eat food handled by employees without the use of gloves, deli paper, scoops, tongs or other utensils. plastic cups
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. chicken tilapia wic Corrected On Site.
  • Observed unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure.
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. fix self closer device
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.asterik requisite items
10/5/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/10/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. This violation must be corrected by : 06-26-2012 .
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. observed raw chicken stored above cole slaw in reachin cooler at end of cookline.
6/26/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Violation: 36-14-1 Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor. under equipment
  • Critical - Violation: 46-09-2 Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only. kitchen
3/12/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored.
  • Critical - Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only. kitchen
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable no longer smooth and easily cleanable
  • Critical - Food-contact surfaces not cleaned between working with raw foods and ready-to-eat foods. meats prepped same board as veggie
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No proof of hood cleaning performed by cleaning service. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. using paintbrush
  • Critical - Observed bathroom facility not clean.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. side of cooking equipment
  • Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands. not using hot water less than 10 secs
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed employees using same utensil to handle raw and cooked product. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed evidence of employee smoking in food preparation or other non-designated area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink.
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor. under equipment
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. rear of building
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. faucet 3/c sink
1/12/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Aprons on prep tables.
  • Critical - Gravy @ 122 degrees F - COS. -quick reheat.
  • Grease buildup between cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Improper disposal of mop water - into mop sink only.
  • Insufficient hair restraint - both kitchen employees
  • Critical - No waste receptacle at sinks - can be used to monitor handwash.
  • Critical - Not sanitizing prep tables between uses.
7/5/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 13-02-1 Observed employee with ineffective hair restraint.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-08-1 No waste receptacle provided at handwash lavatory with disposable towels. main sink
  • Violation: 36-12-1 Floors not constructed easily cleanable. main prep
  • Critical - Violation: 53A-08-1 No list of certified food service managers available at the establishment.
4/7/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. wait
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable. main prep
  • Critical - Food-contact surfaces not cleaned between uses with fruits and vegetables and potentially hazardous foods.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Critical - No list of certified food service managers available at the establishment.
  • Critical - No waste receptacle provided at handwash lavatory with disposable towels. main sink
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. behind 3/c sink
  • Observed employee with ineffective hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed missing/inaccurate/damaged gauges on dishmachine.
  • Critical - Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked. seafood
  • Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in refrigeration unit.
2/7/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Thermometers not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. chipped knives
  • Critical. No cleaning agent provided in first compartment of sink.
  • Critical. Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Food-contact surfaces not cleaned between uses with fruits and vegetables and potentially hazardous foods. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood side of equipiment
  • Critical. Unapproved hand sanitizer in use.
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable. badly pitted
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
7/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food not consumed/sold after thawing when pre and post thawing refrigeration time exceeds 7 days. Food may not be served.
  • Critical. Probe-type thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. fish Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee use food thermometer to take food temperatures without first cleaning the thermometer.
  • Critical. Observed establishment utilizing time as a public health control without having written procedures.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. using paint brush
  • Observed manual warewashing wash temperature at less than 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed soiled wet wiping cloth in use with fresh solution. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Food-contact surfaces not cleaned between contact with different raw animal products. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. cookline ric
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. equipment
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Critical. Observed evidence of mop/cleaning waste water dumped onto ground.
  • Drain cover(s) missing. kitchen
  • Bathroom floors not in good condition. coving disrepair
  • Observed worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. ice machine area
  • Wall not smooth and easily cleanable. storage
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed flammable material stored around water heater. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. kitchen
4/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 50-08-1 Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license.
  • Critical. Violation: 50-09-1 Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. expired
2/18/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food not consumed/sold after thawing when pre and post thawing refrigeration time exceeds 7 days. Food may not be served.
  • Critical. Probe-type thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.
  • Critical. No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items.
  • Dishware/utensils not soaked prior to being placed in sink/dishmachine. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Food-contact surfaces not cleaned between contact with different raw animal products. Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. lack of drainboards could be the problem
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed screen in door torn/in poor repair.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only. rear door
  • Critical. Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical. No list of certified food service managers available at the establishment.
  • Critical. No professional hygiene and/or foodborne illness training provided. update list and training
12/16/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/15/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 5/14/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 11/19/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 11/17/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 7/23/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/11/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 7/2/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending

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1 User Review:

Althea

Added on Sep 9, 2019 12:36 PM
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New owners have taken over, not impressed with the food that we were served over the weekend sept 6 2019. Won't be back
Would you recommend BAMZ to others? No
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