Linger Lodge Restaurant Llc, 7205 Linger Lodge Rd, Bradenton, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: LINGER LODGE RESTAURANT LLC
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 7205 Linger Lodge Rd, Bradenton, FL 34202
License #: 5100086
Total inspections: 20
Last inspection: 10/02/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Clean cups/glasses not properly air dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Covered drink on prep table cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating at food prep table in rear prep room.
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board on RIC make table. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Spray bottle containing a food product not labeled. Spray bottle with water, and various oil squirt bottles at grill. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At wait station and rear prep table. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • 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. Primed sanitizer pump, ran machine 4 cycles. corrected to 50ppm chlorine. Advised manager to prime sanitizer after service or sanitizer refill, and check sanitizer levels with test strip. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. At wait station. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Open sleeves of Provolone, cheddar cheese, bags of shredded cheddar and mozzarella, and several stacks of sliced cheese, not date labelled.
10/02/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. Already Scheduled for cleaning next week.
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hush puppy scoop in water 82°F. Discussed use of crock pot/steam table pan to keep utensil water 135°F or higher.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses throughout kitchen.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • 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. Empty sanitizer bucket replaced, machine primed, still no sanitizer reading. Repairman called, scheduled same day.
  • High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands.
4/17/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - Ceiling fan and ceiling had accumulation of dust/debris near walk ins.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine at wait station.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Meat presses at grill.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
11/26/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb outside faucet with hose attached.
5/22/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Cutting board at make table on wet towel as slip resistant surface.
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. [Dish drying shelving covered with torn foil while dishes on foil drying.]
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed heavy ice buildup in walk in freezer below unit and on wire shelving.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. [Raw shell eggs over milk] Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. [Paper trays] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed trays of food stored on floor below shelving in walk in freezer.
9/25/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener blade. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. [Dish machine area handsink filled with soiled dishes.] Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed ice build up in back of walk in cooler above shelving.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. [Powdered food products, 3 containers, dry storage room.] Corrected On Site.
5/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 17-07-1 No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
1/24/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood tiles
  • Observed grease and food debris accumulated on kitchen floor under cooking equiptment
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food container stored in handsink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Observed an open package of raw turkey stored over ready to eat dressings in reach in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed water being drained from two compartment sink into floor drain and then water coming back up from drain and then spilling onto floor. Water then slowly drains back into drain. Manager called maintence to "snake" drain.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
1/23/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried-plastic drinking cups
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit-holding frog legs
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-dishwash area
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed pans stored inside handsink at dishwash area
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
8/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-bar
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-dishwash area
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed box of single-service items stored on floor.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood tiles
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor in walk in freezer
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pail stored in handsink at cookline
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris
  • Observed torn alluminum foil on storage shelf holding clean plates
5/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit-back reach in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container stored in handsink at dishwash station. Also observed cups stored in handsink at bar.
  • Observed hood filter installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice at bar.
  • Observed jacket stored on rack next to clean dishes.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. Observed dispenser for to go cups lacking cover.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food. Observed toxic spray cleaner stored next to food products. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at bar.
2/2/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 15-42-2 Observed hood filters installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only. Upon callback observed missing hood tile. Establishment is process of getting new hood tiles.
  • Critical. Violation: 17-07-1 No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Violation: 18-04-1 Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Violation: 23-03-1 Observed build-up of grease on hood tiles.
12/2/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit-reach in cooler at wait station holding dressings.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit holding coleslaw . Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Observed potatoes and onions stored on floor in walk in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Observed hood filter bent creating hole in filter - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed hood filters installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood tiles.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried-plastic drinking cups at wait station.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink-bar
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed water and soap over flowing onto floor from dishwash machine.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster at bar.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dish stored in handsink at dishwash area.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-wait station
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-sink next to three compartment sink.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-bar
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-dishwash area
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed buildup of ice on walk in freezer floor.
  • Observed hole in wall along baseboard next to prep table holding plastic wrap.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing at light fixture next to prep cooler by walk in. Also observed light shield missing at light fixture in walk in cooler.
9/30/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • 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. Coleslaw , ribs, sliced cheese.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit holding raw beef. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Observed employee chopping vegetables while touching the vegetable with barehands. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed scoop with handle in contact with coleslaw.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood tiles.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink-bar
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture-bar Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty dishes stored in handsink next to dishwash machine
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions-wait station Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory-bar
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers-walk in cooler
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Corrected On Site.
5/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit-prep cooler across from grill
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit-back prep cooler
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit-prep cooler holding frog legs.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Observed to-go cup dispenser lacking a cover to protect to go cups from contamination. Corrected On Site.
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed cold water handle missing at handsink at bar.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster at Bar.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-dishwash area
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-back prep area
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of medication stored on shelf holding clean cups and single service items in wait station. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
2/1/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area-bag of sugar.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Tested sanitizer at 15ppm with inspectors test strip.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Observed no lid on to go cup dispenser.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster-at bar
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water-dishwash area.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle-bar
10/7/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/10/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/17/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 12/17/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 10/14/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied

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