Dottie's Restaurant, 5275 Ne Babcock St #3, Palm Bay, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: DOTTIE'S RESTAURANT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 5275 Ne Babcock St #3, Palm Bay, FL 32905-4605
License #: 1502672
Total inspections: 21
Last inspection: 09/05/2014

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  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Basic - Drain cover(s) missing./ in the employee hand wash sink by ice machine
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers./ kitchen
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting./ cups server station
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Under equipment several areas in kitchen **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Heavy Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**/ needs more detail
  • Basic - Heavy Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Worn, torn and heavily soiled floors through out kitchen and under equipment
  • Intermediate - Moderate/ heavy Buildup of soiled material on racks in all the reach-in coolers and freezer/ needs more detail
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder./right side of fryers cooks line cooler ambient thermometer reading 50 degrees f/reach in cooler still at 50 degrees f- establishment is keeping the product on ice and maintaining at 41 degrees f and below -while waiting for tech to come repair unit- they also have other refrigeration available
09/05/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Basic - Coffee filters not stored in a protected manner to prevent contamination./ coffee filters with coffee in them server station **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Drain cover(s) missing./ in the employee hand wash sink by ice machine
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers./ kitchen
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils./ coffee by microwave
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting./ cups server station
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Under equipment several areas in kitchen **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered./ shrimp chest freezer
  • Basic - Heavy Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Heavy Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container./ bulk flour, sugar **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Worn, torn and heavily soiled floors through out kitchen and under equipment
  • High Priority - All potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) foods in reach-in cooler cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit./ tomato n cucumber,cole slaw, chicken salad, tuna salad, sliced tomato, macaroni salad 50-52 degrees f- chef states he just put in the reach in 2 hrs ago recommended rapid chill
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. / re- educated chef on cooks line**Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Food server handling soiled dishes or utensils then clean dishes/utensils without washing hands./ server brought back soiled dishes than went out front to serve coffee
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed./ chlorine 200+++++ **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. / quat wiping cloth bucket on shelf with sauce n oil/ wiping cloth bucket with chlorine on shelf with microwave **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled./ sandwich line not wiped down after soiled **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Heavily Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Moderate/ heavy Buildup of soiled material on racks in all the reach-in coolers and freezer
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder./right side of fryers cooks line cooler ambient thermometer reading 50 degrees f/
09/04/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor under shelving.dish area and cook line
  • Basic - Clean bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Under electrical out let on the cook line next to steam table.
  • Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty container
  • Basic - Coffee filters not stored in a protected manner to prevent contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.race trac mug
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.kitchen under cooking equiptment. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Food stored in 2 door upright cooler not covered.
  • Basic - Heavy Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Heavy Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Heavy Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Interior of microwaves moderately soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No hand washing signs provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Operator states he is painting kitchen soon. Will post new signs
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler. shelves moderately soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Walls moderately soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.white containers in the dry storage room.
  • High Priority - All potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) foods in reach-in cooler cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Roll top c.h: cottage cheese 47° raw whole shell eggs 46° cucumber salad with sour cream dressing 47° cole slaw 46°. Cook states unit was froze up. They unplugged it to defrost. Plugged it back in at 8:00. Recommend removing foods from roll top cooler and place in the 2 door upright cooler to rapid chill.operator discarded all items
  • High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Can of hot shot
  • High Priority - Quaternary Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - 2 door upright Cook line Reach-in cooler shelves soiled with food/ mold like debris
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in coolers and freezers on the cook line heavily soiled with accumulation of food residue. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Roll top Reach-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. Found at 48°. This unit is not to be used till maintaining 41° or below. No next day callback.operator has a 2 door upright on cook line maintaing 41° and below.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.blue solution. **Corrected On-Site**
6/30/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.under 2 freezer and cook line coolers **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket badly torn/in disrepair.cook line cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.cook line **Warning**
4/30/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.bowl being used to scoop sugar in dry storage room **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Coffee filters not stored in a protected manner to prevent contamination. Wait station **Warning**
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Screen door **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.under 2 freezer and cook line coolers **Warning**
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.under equipment and floor drain **Warning**
  • Basic - Heavy Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Warning**
  • Basic - Moderate Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket badly torn/in disrepair.cook line cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw whole shell eggs stored over ready-to-eat food in 2 door cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.cook line **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Heavy Accumulation of black mold-like substance inside the ice bin. Wait station **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler / freezer moderately soiled with accumulation of food residue.cook line **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.all cooked foods in the walk in cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
2/25/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Cook line Cutting board has moderate cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Open beverage in the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. 2 door upright cooler. Chest freezer
  • Basic - Walk -in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • High Priority - Butter/butter blend/clarified butter/whipped butter cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the front counter 70°. Out 1 hour recommend rapid chill or adding to time control plan.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/with ready-to-eat food in reach in freezer _ not all products commercially packaged.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler/freezer moderately soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • 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 potatoes in the walk in cooler
9/27/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.on top
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.at dish area
  • 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.0ppm chlorine
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.CFM went to the bank will be back before end of inspection
1/2/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable easily cleanable under the reach in cooler front line
  • Critical - Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit./ stemlike thermometer at 40 degrees f calibrated to 32 degrees f Corrected On Site.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable./some of the shelving under the counter front line
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification./expired just a month has appointment 9/19/12
  • Critical - Observed heavily encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed tall reach in cooler front line not working or in use at this
9/12/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/17/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Violation: 14-35-1 Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover./under prep table/observed foil on shelf cover ripped,soiled on shelf
  • Critical - Violation: 22-22-1 Observed moderately encrusted material on can opener./can opener still has heavily soiled material
  • Violation: 23-03-1 Observed heavy build-up of grease on hoods/hoods still have heavy gease
  • Critical - Violation: 35B-15-1 Observed screen in door torn/in poor repair also has large gap at bottom of door/observed screen door in disrepair/ripped and large gap at bottom
2/23/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner./bowls by soup Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser at employees handwashing sink by ice machine old soap clogged in dispenser
  • Observed clean pots,cambros stored on soiled wire rack
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands./employees before putting on gloves to make toast Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor./storage area sugar
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor./walk in cooler /milk, orange juice Repeat Violation.
  • Observed heavy build-up of grease on hoods
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice./waite station bin
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food./utilizing dish to scoop potatoes from container to grill
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave heavily soiled.
  • Critical - Observed mild buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine and light build up on the outside Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed moderate accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment./top o machine and dish racks Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed moderately encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover./under prep table
  • Critical - Observed screen in door torn/in poor repair also has large gap at bottom of door
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled./after cracking eggs Corrected On Site.
12/21/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. /bowls by soupCorrected On Site.
  • Critical - Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit./digital at 37 degrees f and stemlike at 40 degrees f Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink./employee handwashing sink by toaster 82-87 degrees f
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification./manager on duty card expired in 5/11 -has appointment in August
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor./walk in cooler/mili
  • Critical - Observed heavy buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave moderately soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler and freezer moderately soiled with accumulation of food residue. Repeat Violation.x 2
  • Critical - Observed moderately accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment. Repeat Violation.x2
  • Critical - Observed moderately encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination./to go containers Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed trouble/alarm light lighted on fire alarm control panel. For reporting purposes only.
7/27/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Light not functioning.mens restroom
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walkin-in cooler.
  • Observed grease/food accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer moderatly soiled with accumulation of food residue. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed moderate accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Observed moderate build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on shelves and exterior surfaces of equipment
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated dust.through out facility
6/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Fire alarm panel indicating trouble . For reporting purposes only.manager states its a low battery
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust.dish area.
  • Critical - Observed coffee creamers and butter spread packets re-served to customers. Corrected On Site.OPERATOR REMOVED FROM TABLES.
  • Critical - Observed heavily soiled walkin-in cooler shelves.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer moderatly soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.when cracking eggs. Corrected On Site.changed gloves washed hands
  • Critical - baked potatoes not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.cooling over night found at 49F. Corrected On Site.Observed manager discard willingly.
2/4/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 15-32-1 Observed RIC gaskets badly torn/in disrepair.on order
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors tiles missing and some badly chipped under hot water tank and in front of 3 bay sink.
8/16/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • 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.raw beef patties 50F,chicken salad 49F,in cook line RIC,raw chicken 53F.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.cook line RIC ambient temperature is 51F.THIS UNIT IS NOT TO BE USED TILL MAINTAING 41F OR BELOW. This violation must be corrected by : 08/14/2010.
  • Critical. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in RIF.
  • Critical. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored over sliced turkey,opened bags of cooked chicken tenders in RIF on cook line
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface.cloth on biscuits. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.after cracking eggs. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed thank you bags being used for food storage bags for raw chicken in chest freezer.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.1 filter is has gaps
  • Observed RIC gaskets badly torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical. Observed heavy accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave moderatly soiled.
  • Critical. Observed moderatly encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed interior of cook line reach-in cooler and shelves moderatly soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed heavy build-up of grease/dust on hod filters
  • Observed heavy build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on fan cover in walkin cooler
  • Floors tiles missing and some badly chipped under hot water tank and in front of 3 bay sink.
  • Observed heavy grease/food accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Wet mops not hung to dry.
8/13/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/26/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.brocolli cheese soup in the walkin cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed creamers and butter packets 51F on counters and tables that require refrideratoration.manager states out since 6 am recommend rapid chill. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.egg batter for french toast 46F. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.cooked sausage links 96F.recommend to reheat to 165F or rapid chill. Corrected On Site.rapid chill
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.chip corn beef gravy 119F and oatmeal 127F found hot holding in the steam table.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect.
  • In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment.tongs hanging from stove handle.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee switch from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands.after cracking eggs than appling gloves. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed individual cutting board badly grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Clean wiping cloth not properly stored.on belt of apron
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed moderate build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on shelves in dish room
  • broken Floor tiles in front of cooking equipment
  • Observed heavy grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
3/24/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Wholesome, sound condition
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. Food maintained at proper temperatures
  • Critical. Foods properly cooled
  • Critical. Employee hygiene
  • Critical. Employee hygiene
  • Clean clothes, hair restraints
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils
  • Floors properly constructed, clean, drained, coved
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Critical. Electrical wiring - adequate, good repair
8/31/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/16/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/15/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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