Dolce Vita Gelato & Cafe, 18288 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: DOLCE VITA GELATO & CAFE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 18288 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles, FL 33160
License #: 2330961
Total inspections: 22
Last inspection: 11/12/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • No Violations Were Observed
11/12/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered.
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area.
  • High Priority - No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin.
  • Intermediate - Interior of refrigerator soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • 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. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
09/09/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • 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.
2/10/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ceiling tile in disrepair.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.tomatoes
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
8/13/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Warning**
6/25/2013Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Ceiling in disrepair. Water stains by a/c unit in kitchen
  • Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Blender **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gelato display cooler door/lid missing located up front.
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. Gelato Chest freezer located in kitchen
  • Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Glasses **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. Changing task **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
6/25/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Observed gasket of RIF in disrepair.
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. **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**
6/7/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Caramel **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Ice cream cones case. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. ice cream scoop **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Shell eggs held at room temperature with an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. 14 dozens raw shelled eggs at room temperature, received on 4/15/13. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. Raw shelled eggs at room temperature, according to chef it was received last Monday and left on shelf underneath prep table. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Ice scoop in a container with standing water **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No person in charge of establishment during operation. **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**
4/22/2013Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in cold water. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Observed gasket of RIF in disrepair.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wipping cloth on the ice cream station.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. Observed employee walked into food prep area reached for a piece of ham from ric. He put on gloves without washing his hands. **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chopped beef in ric below 41 degrees.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bucket in hand wash sink.
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • 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 - No soap provided at handwash sink.
3/28/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. KITCHEN Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - License expired within 30 days after expiration date. PLEASE CALL TALLAHASSEE AT 850-487-1395 TO PAY LICENSE RENEWAL.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. BY CHEST FREEZER IN KITCHEN
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical - No person in charge of establishment.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Critical - Observed bathroom facility in disrepair. WOMEN
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair. WATER STAINS BY CHEST FREEZER
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. STORED LIDS (KITCHEN) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. STORING ICE CREAM SCOOPS Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. RESTROOMS FAUCETS WITH HEAVY MILDEW
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
10/18/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. STORAGE AREA
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed container of medicine improperly stored. IBUPROFEN STORED WITH FOOD OVER FOOD PREPARATION TABLE
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. BY BATHROOMS
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Portable fire extinguisher not fully charged. For reporting purposes only. KITCHEN
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
5/14/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. *REACH IN COOLER FRONT
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • 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 : 10/1/2011.
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. *WASHED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. UTENSILS INSIDE (Scoops for ice cream at front sink and pans "containers inside rear sink)
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
8/22/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture-3 compartment sink.
  • Critical - Food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized properly after cleaning.
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
6/16/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
3/11/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 01B-22-1 Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed food with a date marking of 12-10.
  • Critical. Violation: 17-07-1 No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer (chlorine test paper) at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Violation: 27-04-1 Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink-rear kitchen.
  • Critical. Violation: 27-16-1 Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink-rear kitchen.
  • Violation: 29-08-1 Plumbing system in disrepair-handwash sink in rear kitchen area.
  • Critical. Violation: 50-06-1 License expired within 30 days after expiration date.
12/20/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening-ricotta and preparation-flan.
  • Critical. Observed food container not properly labeled.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer (chlorine test paper) at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink-rear kitchen.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink-rear kitchen.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair-handwash sink in rear kitchen area.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical. License expired within 30 days after expiration date.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Employees not informed of acceptable sanitary practices.
  • Critical. No proof (expired) 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 : 12-12-10.
10/12/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Violation: 53A-01-2 Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 6-7-10.
  • Critical. Violation: 53A-10-2 Food Service Manager not certified after 30 days of employment.
6/7/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Observed food container not properly labeled.
  • Observed a minor present in a hazardous/restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 6-7-10.
  • Critical. Food Service Manager not certified after 30 days of employment.
4/7/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food (spinach) thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
10/28/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/25/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/14/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/16/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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