Cafe Chardonnay, 4533 Pga Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CAFE CHARDONNAY
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 4533 Pga Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418-3967
License #: 6007171
Total inspections: 23
Last inspection: 11/05/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage.
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Top of ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.knife/spoons/kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.prep area/kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.salt/blue/kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
  • High Priority - Raw meat/poultry cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.short ribs/prep cooler#1, **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
11/05/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
08/15/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Bread/walk in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.frontline
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in walk-in cooler.
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler.beef/seafood **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. Kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
6/11/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.3 cooks
  • Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.FLOOR TILE GROUT MISSING. DISHWASH AREA
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in standing water.
  • Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.SEAFOOD FORKS
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.GALLON MILK 53° 30 minutes on ice. Removed to REACHIN
12/17/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.LIGHT SHIELD OVER COOKSLINE. BLACK DUST
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.STOVE TOP
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Clean knives/utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair.REACHIN END OF COOKSLINE
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.cloth shelf lining for clean cups and glasses
  • Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as food-contact shelf cover.WINES
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled.
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair.HALL TO BACK DOOR
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.COOKED MEATS. WIC
4/18/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Broken on ric on prep area
12/17/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Employee bathroom
  • Critical - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Cut lemons at bar.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Plastic container in flour
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Missing cover in produce walkin cooler and food prep area. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Chlorine
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Kitchen server station hand sink
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. At bar
  • Observed exhaust system operated with filters removed. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Box of oysters in walkin cooler and box of meat in walkin freezer
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Broken on ric on prep area
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. Leaking pipe under 3 compartment sink
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Rice and cooked Meatloaf
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Not on lunch menu or posted throughout the establishment.
9/27/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Violation: 02-26-1 Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. DRY STORAGE FLOUR
  • Critical - Violation: 04-02-1 Inadequate number/capacity of cold holding units to maintain potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. OYSTER This violation must be corrected by : 5/11/12.
5/11/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. MILK 53 ,BUTTER SEVER AREA DEGREES This violation must be corrected by : 5/11/12.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. REACH IN COOLER 2nd GRILL VEAL 60 DEGREES This violation must be corrected by : 5 11/12.
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. SOUP
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. or soap and no hand dign
  • Critical - Inadequate number/capacity of cold holding units to maintain potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. OYSTER This violation must be corrected by : 5/11/12.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. IN DRY STORAGE Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No oyster warning sign with required language provided. GAVE TO MANAGER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No tag on fresh shellfish.OYSTER
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. SODA IN DISHROOM Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated grease.IN GRILL AREA
  • Critical - Observed employee eating while preparing food. COOK EATING ON LINE
  • Critical - Observed food employee with dirty hands or arms.DISHWASHER HANDLING DIRTY DISHES THEN TOUCHING CLEAN DIHES WITHOUT WASHING HANDS Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. IN FREZZER
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. BOTTLE IN DRINK ICE BAR AREA Repeat Violation. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. FRYING PAN IN BREADCRUMBS
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. SCOOP DESSERT AREA Repeat Violation. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. IN DISHROOM
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. OYSTER 48 DEGREES PANTRY COOLER BOTTOM Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 48 SNAPPER REACH IN ACROSS FROM GRIILL This violation must be corrected by : 5/11/12.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. BEEF OVER COOKED DUCK Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. IN WALK IN COOLER and REACH IN COOLER OVER 24 HOURS
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site. GAVE TO MANAGER
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. DRY STORAGE FLOUR
5/10/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. employee restroom . Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Employee training provided by unapproved provider. Refer to www.myflorida.com/dbpr for more details. Serve Safe . use Safe Staff for future employee training .
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop on top of ice machine . Repeat Violation.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. produce walkin cooler . Repeat Violation.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. walkin freezer . Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. dishwasher handling soiled dishes and handling clean dishes without washing hands.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. metal cup in ice. bar area.
  • Critical - Observed lock on exit door that requires a key, tool or special knowledge to open. For reporting purposes only. hasp locks on walkin cooling units .
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. end of cookline preping unit at 55-56 degrees F . service call advised . relocate PHF to other cooling units until unit repaired . Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. quat. greater than 300 ppm. sanitizer bucket . Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. unwrapped straws - bar area .
  • Critical - Thermotape failed to turn black to indicate that the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface. dishwashing machine . service call advised . use 3 compartment sink until repaired .
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. bar area . Repeat Violation.
10/12/2011Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. employee restroom .
  • Critical - Employee training provided by unapproved provider. Refer to www.myflorida.com/dbpr for more details. Serve Safe. advised to use Safe Staff for future training .
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop on top of ice machine .
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. produce walkin cooler .
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. walkin freezer .
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. walkin freezer .
  • Critical - Observed lock on exit door that requires a key, tool or special knowledge to open. For reporting purposes only. hasp locks on walkin cooling units.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. end cook line preping unit at 52-53 degrees F . service call advised . relocate PHF to other cooling units .
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. quat. greater than 300 ppm - sanitizer bucket .
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. bar area.
6/9/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/15/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee bathroom.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only. hood filter missing .
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. large vat of broth on counter top. advised chillstix/ice baths/shallow containers .
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. carrots/onions - produce walkin cooler.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. walkin freezer.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. wait station .
  • Critical - Observed lock on exit door that requires a key, tool or special knowledge to open. For reporting purposes only. hasp locks on walkin units.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. preping unit 2 (at the dead end of cookline) at 52 - 55 degrees F. service call advised . This violation must be corrected by : 3/15/11.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. luncheon meat bodies - walkin cooler .
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. X 2 - bar area .
3/14/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. large vat of sauce on countertop .
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. walkin freezer .
  • Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. prep sink.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris. bar area.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. over drink ice - bar area.
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. sanitizer bucket - quat. greater than 300ppm .
  • Critical. Observed lock on exit door that requires a key, tool or special knowledge to open. For reporting purposes only. hasp locks on walkin cooling units.
11/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 02-13-2 Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Critical. Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. see # 4.
  • Critical. Violation: 03D-01-1 Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. large pot of beef bones/meat/vegetables [for stock] at ambient temperature .
  • Critical. Violation: 04-01-1 Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. middle preping unit at 55 degrees . relocate PHF to other cold holding units. service call advised .
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-24-1 Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. duck and veal on same holding tray - walkin cooler .
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-28-1 Observed food stored on floor. walkin freezer .
  • Violation: 10-08-1 Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. ice machine .
  • Violation: 15-28-2 Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only. hood filter missing .
  • Critical. Violation: 22-22-1 Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Violation: 29-17-1 Waste line missing at soda gun holster. bar area.
  • Critical. Violation: 46-02-2 Observed lock on exit door that requires a key, tool or special knowledge to open. For reporting purposes only. hasp locks on walkin units.
6/17/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. see # 4.
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. large pot of beef bones/meat/vegetables [for stock] at ambient temperature .
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. middle preping unit at 55 degrees . relocate PHF to other cold holding units. service call advised .
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. end preping unit at 50 - 53 degrees . relocate PHF to other cooling units. service call advised .
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. duck and veal on same holding tray - walkin cooler .
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. walkin freezer .
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. ice machine .
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only. hood filter missing .
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. bar area.
  • Critical. Observed lock on exit door that requires a key, tool or special knowledge to open. For reporting purposes only. hasp locks on walkin units.
  • 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 : 6/9/10.
4/9/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Violation: 02-13-2 Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-11-1 Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. wine bottles - bar area.
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-23-1 Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. shell eggs over broth - WIC.
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-28-1 Observed food stored on floor. WIF.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-22-1 Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Violation: 29-17-1 Waste line missing at soda gun holster. X 2 - bar area - 1 over drink ice.
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. WIF.
  • Critical. Violation: 41B-01-1 Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. chlorine greater than 200ppm .
1/13/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. wine bottles - bar area.
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. shell eggs over broth - WIC.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. WIF.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. X 2 - bar area - 1 over drink ice.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. WIF.
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. chlorine greater than 200ppm .
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 1/13/10.
  • 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 : 1/13/10.
11/13/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 6/19/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/20/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 1/26/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 7/15/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 7/2/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied

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