Ole Times Country Buffet, 1701 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations

Business Info

Name: Ole Times Country Buffet
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1701 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303
License #: 4703122
Total inspections: 7
Last inspection: 07/07/2010

Restaurant representatives - add corrected or new information about Ole Times Country Buffet, 1701 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL »

Inspection findings	Inspection Date	Type	Disposition
Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Repeat Violation. Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Repeat Violation. Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head. Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.	07/07/2010	Routine - Food	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner. Not running water. Corrected On Site. Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Observed build-up of food debris, on nonfood-contact surface; raisins and croutons under salad buffet. Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Corrected On Site. Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing; handwash sink holding chicken in meat room. Corrected On Site. Critical. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors; rear kitchen exit by mop sink. Floors not maintained smooth and durable, around ice machine; grout work ongoing. Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed in server station sanitizer bucket. Corrected On Site. Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.	4/29/2010	Complaint Full	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Critical. Wholesome, sound condition Critical. Cold food at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport, and cold holding Critical. Hot food at proper temperatures Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation Critical. Cross-contamination, equipment, personnel, storage Critical. Potential for cross-contamination; storage practices; damaged food segregated Critical. Foods handled with minimum contact In use food dispensing utensils properly stored Critical. Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices (observed), alternative operation plan Critical. Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices (observed), alternative operation plan Critical. Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices (observed), alternative operation plan Critical. Proper hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking (evidence) Clean clothes, hair restraints Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located Critical. Dishwashing facilities designed, constructed, operated 1. wash 2. rinse 3. sanitize Critical. Thermometers, gauges, test kits provided Critical. Sanitizing concentration Wiping cloths clean, used properly, stored Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean Non-food contact surfaces clean Non-food contact surfaces clean Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed Single service articles not re-used Plumbing installed and maintained Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles Floors properly constructed, clean, drained, coved Floors properly constructed, clean, drained, coved Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean Employee lockers provided and used, clean Critical. Toxic items properly stored Critical. Toxic items properly stored Critical. Toxic items properly stored Other conditions sanitary and safe operation Automatic Gratuity Notice	2/18/2010	Routine - Food	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name; large sugar bin at server station. Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Ice machine lid broken at the hinge, leaving a gap approximately one foot long and exposing ice. Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Multiple employees with bracelets and rubber bands. Observed ripped/worn cardboard used as shelf cover in specialty bar. Observed build-up of grease and food debris on nonfood-contact surface. Shelves under specialty bar. Critical. Two vacuum breakers missing at hose bibb at outside mop sink. Floors not maintained smooth and durable; grout missing in many areas throughout kitchen. Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water in chemical room. Observed dry storage wall soiled with accumulated dust and mold-like substance. Wall not smooth and easily cleanable. Pegboard by time clock not removable to allow wall to be cleaned. Observed hole in ceiling from water damage above three compartment sink by walk in cooler. Observed hole in ceiling in salad prep area near exit sign. Observed ceiling and light fixtures soiled with accumulated dust at front server station. Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers; tubes missing end caps above ice, in rear server station. Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification for Bobbie; scheduled for 11/21/09.	11/3/2009	Routine - Food	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available.	6/9/2009	Routine - Food	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available.	1/26/2009	Routine - Food	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available.	9/23/2008	Routine - Food	Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Ole Times Country Buffet respresentatives - respond and add information

Recently added reviews

Name	City	Users' Rating
TACO BELL 26459	Tallahassee, FL
CATERING CONCEPTS	Tallahassee, FL
ROADSIDE BBQ	Tallahassee, FL
NEW STARS	Tallahassee, FL
NEW CHINA SUPER BUFFET	Tallahassee, FL
MARYLAND FRIED CHICKEN	Tallahassee, FL
MCDONALD'S MAGNOLIA WALK	Tallahassee, FL
HOBBIT HOAGIES CAPITAL CIRCLE	Tallahassee, FL
VALE FOOD CO	Tallahassee, FL
STEAK N SHAKE #355	Tallahassee, FL

Restaurants in neighborhood

Name
HOPKINS EATERY INC
SAN MIGUEL
PAPA JOHNS PIZZA
ONE FRESH STIR FRY
SOUL VEGETARIAN REST
GOLDEN CORRAL OF TALLAHASSEE 734
EMPIRE CHINESE RESTAURANT
SIAM SUSHI OF TALLAHASSEE

Create your own business profile on city-data.com. It's completely free!

Business Search - 14 Million verified businesses