Sos Cafe, 3076 95th Dr, Live Oak, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: SOS CAFE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 3076 95th Dr, Live Oak, FL 32060
License #: 7100273
Total inspections: 19
Last inspection: 08/07/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Sandwich make cooler cutting board **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Buffet Table: Meatballs 110°F, cooked chicken 112°F Corrective Action Taken: placed on time, product will be discarded at 2:00 pm
  • High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Dessert ( cobbler)not protected with a sneeze guard
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • 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. Cheese **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. Sandwich make cooler cutting board **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • 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 chicken, peas, ribs **Repeat Violation**
08/07/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Sandwich prep unit
  • Basic - Employee open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Throughout kitchen.
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar area
  • 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. Sugar in wait area
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Working container of food not labeled in English. Sugar
  • High Priority - Cooked potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Chicken Broth 46°F. Cooked on 3/19/14, temp taken on 3/20/14
  • 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. Employee making sandwiches. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Produce with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Lemons
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over ice in the freezer
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. **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. Milk, half and half
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. Sandwich prep unit **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Block with produce
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. Refrigerator freezer
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Potato Salad, fried chicken, broth, sausage gravy
3/20/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee left unlit tobacco item in a food preparation or other restricted area. Over potatoes in dry storage **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored with or above food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket on dry goods/clean dish shelf **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Dry goods, cooler, freezer, truck was yesterday
  • Basic - Hole in wall. Men's rest room, over urinal
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's rest room **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. On clean dish shelf **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Apron on cart, kitchen
  • Basic - Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Kitchen, 3
  • 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. 0 ppm **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. Ledge inside bin by bar
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. On all make tables Ice scoops on unclean surface Ice buckets nested together
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marks noted on any prepared food
  • Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for some employees trained. Tests taken and passed
10/31/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Inside right fryer cavity.
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area. Box of cups, dry storage room.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler at cook line.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Behind main bar.
  • 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. 0 ppm.
  • High Priority - Live flies in kitchen.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black substance in the interior of the ice machine. On ice shield.
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Most certificates unavailable
  • Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed menu. **Corrected On-Site**
5/20/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-28-1 Observed food stored on floor.WATER DRY STORAGE,ICE IN WALK IN FREEZER
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-29-1 Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.PORK
7/19/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.REACH IN FREEZER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.ICE ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.PORK IN FREEZER Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.ON COUNTER
7/19/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.PLATES
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.PANS
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable.KITCHEN
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.BAR
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.BLOCKED BY TRASH CAN Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.BAR
  • Critical - Insecticide/rodenticide use not in compliance with regulations.HOUSEHOLD
  • Critical - No Certified Food Manager for establishment.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.REACH IN COOLERS
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.BAR
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.FREEZERS
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.HANDLES OF UNITS
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.MICROWAVE
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.VENT FAN
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.HEAVY BUILDUP
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.MAKETABLE
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in undrained ice.MUSHROOMS AND CHICKEN IN REACH IN COOLERS
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.POTATO AND COKE SYRUP
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.ALL
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.BUTTER 70 F Corrected On Site.DISCARDED
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.MILK
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.GATOR WITH LETTUCE
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.RAW FISH OVER PRECOOKED BEEF
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.FOOD CONTAINERS
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.400+ CHLORINE
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils.WD40
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.PORK
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.RIBS
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.TUNA,LUNCHMEAT,CHEESE,IN MAKETABLE
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.SQUIRT BOTTLES
5/14/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container.in sugar.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.canned goods in office.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.slicer.
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor.cookline, under dishmachine .
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.white upright .
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.clean dishes on rack.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.dishmachine shelving .
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.vents.
  • Observed sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.behind slicer.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease.behind cookline .
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.0ppm. Corrected On Site.
10/6/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-28-1 Observed food stored on floor.canned goods in the office.
  • Violation: 14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. inside.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.upright white.
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.freezers.
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.prep tables.
  • Violation: 36-15-1 Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.at cookline and under dishmachine .
10/6/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.0ppm. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.knife.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.handsink .
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.bar area. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.freezers.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.prep tables.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.hood.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.top of lid and inside.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.bar.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.dishmachine clean dishes has food debris on them.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.throughout the kitchen .
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.oil.
  • Observed hole in wall.under mopsink.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.all
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.batter 60 f in reach in cooler, mozzarella 53Z)n the maketable.stop sale written. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.milk
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.raw eggs over ham in reach in cooler.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.handles of units.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food.cleaner with food on the shelf.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.tea urns. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
6/23/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. sugar
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. freezer
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. sugar
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment. top
  • Critical. Observed interior of oven soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Beer cooler
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. coolers & freezers
1/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and frozen not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. ham
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Upright freezer Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner. Beef is not completely submerged. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Groundbeef over apples in walkin cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over food that cook at a less temperature. Beef over biscuits in freezer. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. Raw bacon over cooked potatoes. (reachin cooler)
  • Critical. Observed interior of upright freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Observed obstructed exits, stairs, hallways or egress. For reporting purposes only. Bar area (chest freezer)
1/29/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Onions & carrots
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in coolers & freezers soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Hood Filters
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Spatulas stored between basket & shelving.
  • Critical. Observed obstructed exits, stairs, hallways or egress. For reporting purposes only. Bar Area exit (from behind the bar)
9/28/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/28/2009Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
No report available. 4/20/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 1/8/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 10/7/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
No report available. 10/6/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 8/12/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied

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