Checkers #106, 1615 E Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CHECKERS #106
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1615 E Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33610-8231
License #: 3906983
Total inspections: 7
Last inspection: 08/18/2010

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Inspection findings

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  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated grease.loose tile
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
08/18/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. line reach-in
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.freezer
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. ,ice machine ,ice bin Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.not inverted Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. missing tiles
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. broken cover
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
4/19/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. chili at 127 and 131 degrees
  • Critical. Cooked meats or poultry not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. wings at 122 and 127 degree Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. chili Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. preparation area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.freezer
  • 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 food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.dish shelf
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.reach-in freezer
  • Hood filters not equipped with a drip tray. For reporting purposes only.
  • No metal container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink utensil rinsed of debris and returned to bin with other clean utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. build up of material on 2 ladels
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.hood filters
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. drink lids not inverted at drink station Corrected On Site.
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.by backdoor
  • Observed hole in ceiling.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.spraybottle on dish rack
  • Critical. Employees not informed of acceptable sanitary practices. 3compartment sink ware washing
8/26/2009Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.reach-in
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Hood filters not equipped with a drip tray. For reporting purposes only.
  • No metal container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.mopsink not draining
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. faucet at 3compartment sink
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.ladies restroom
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed hole in ceiling.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food.spray bottle wit to-go sauces
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils.oven cleaner on dish shelf
  • Critical. Observed a splitter/multi-plug adapter in use. For reporting purposes only.
8/3/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/17/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/20/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/22/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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