Varsity Club, 36355 E Lake Rd, Palm Harbor, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: VARSITY CLUB
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 36355 E Lake Rd, Palm Harbor, FL 34685
License #: 6215082
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 09/30/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In raw chicken, reach in cooler
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Cell phone on slicer **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Around door
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. On cooks line
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Cooks line **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Spray bottle containing a food product not labeled. Above steam tables
  • Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled.
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair. Under three compartment sink, under dish machine
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Basic - Water leaking from faucet/faucet handle. Three compartment sink
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle cooks line **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Sani chlorine bucket 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of pooled water. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
09/30/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In raw chicken **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment. Throughout kitchen and bar
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler cooks line
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler cooks line pooled water
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
  • Basic - Floor under dishmachine area soiled.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. Fryers and flat top
  • Basic - Hole in wall. By mop sink
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Reach in cooler cooks line **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Standing water in handwash sink/ handwash sink draining very slowly. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles cooks line
  • High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Soups on cooks line **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles. At bar
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food debris
  • 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
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Above steamers
5/7/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean cups/glasses not properly air dried - wet nesting. Wait area
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishmachine area
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. Various food in reach in coolers, cookline
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Condiments, wait area
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Bar
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Cookline **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Bacon, cookline **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw meat/poultry cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef 49F walk in cooler, chilled **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. Buttermilk in walk in cooler
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling. Rice **Corrected On-Site**
8/14/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cookline near walk in cooler
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes on top shelf of cookline
  • High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Lemons, drink area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. Next to fryers
4/2/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. tongs on oven handle
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. near fryers
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. buckets of dressing in walk in cooler
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. walk in cooler
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. walk in cooler, display on cookline
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor. near fryers
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. to go cartons not inverted, wait area
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. dishmachine area
10/1/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. limes, olives, etc for drinks, bar
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. plastic food containers near dishmachine
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. box of french fries next to fryers
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezersoiled with accumulation of food residue. across from three compartment sink
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. ice cream in reach in freezer
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. limes in reach in cooler across from three compartment sink at bar
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. raw chicken in reach in cooker next to cookline
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. table with slicer
1/23/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored. tongs on oven handles
  • Critical - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. bar
  • Critical - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. prep table
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. next to fryers
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. in wall in cooler
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
9/23/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Clean clothes, hair restraints
  • Floors properly constructed, clean, drained, coved
  • Floors properly constructed, clean, drained, coved
  • Critical - Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical - Presence of insects/rodents. Animals prohibited
6/13/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of food debris---top of dishwasher
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust debris....above salads dressings cooler
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls...utensils opposite wing sauce shelf
  • Critical - Observed the accumulation of dead flies in ceiling lightshield
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated dust...above chemical shelf.
2/2/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location...tongs on oven door handle Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair...magnets not working on left walkin cooler door by broiler.
  • Observed broken door handle on beer cooler at bar. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris--top of dishmachine
  • Observed build-up of food debris,--cart opposite 3bay
  • Critical. Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped flies in ceiling lightshield
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area...bug strips hung above prep tables Corrected On Site.
8/6/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.[upright freezer] Repeat Violation.
4/28/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.[onion soup 127 degrees, marinera 126 deees in warmer]
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface.[on carrots in walkin ] Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[out back in dirty bucket]
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[on soda drain at waitstaff area]
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.[leaning against bottles in bar]
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.[did not wash hands before applying new gloves, both cooks]
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.[putting burger on bun]
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.[first reachin ] Repeat Violation.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.[upright freezer] Repeat Violation.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.[last reachin ] Repeat Violation.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair[damaged door first reachin] Repeat Violation.
  • Observed wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.[laying on table]
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler shelves.[lasr reachin ]
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.[at bar]
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.[first reachin ]
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.[chicken breading bulk bin]
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.[warming drawers for potatos ]
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.[shelf above prep area]
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.[interior and hinges]
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer upright soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.[hood filters]
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.[portion cups in soiled container]
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb[out back].
  • Critical. Observed bathroom facility not clean.[bar handsink very soiled ]
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved.[around mop sink]
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.[walkin cooler ] Repeat Violation.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.[around handsink ]
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.[leaking in walkin cooler ]
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust.[kitchen over prep area]
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.[kitchen prep area] Repeat Violation. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.[jacket hanging in prep table]
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.[soap over ice machine]
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.[at dishmachiine ]
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Repeat Violation.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 4/28/10.
2/25/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.door reachin cooler cookline
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.reachin cooler cook line
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repairdressing reachin doors
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.at dishmachiine
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.at bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.handles on glass doors walkin
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.dressing reachin
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface.around mopsink
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.at bar Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.can not have unwrapped straws on the bar
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.at bar Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.in walkin
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.over food prep area
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
12/2/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/1/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/27/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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