Bono's Pit Bar-B-Q, 2640 Blanding Blvd, Middleburg, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Bono's Pit Bar-B-Q
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2640 Blanding Blvd, Middleburg, FL 32068
License #: 2000996
Total inspections: 20
Last inspection: 08/04/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Pork, walk in cooler
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Evidence of employee smoking in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. Cigarette butts in empty aluminum can behind chest freezer
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Fry oil **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Reuse of single-use number 10 cans. Multiple **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. Bamboo shoots x3
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Chicken **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/with ready-to-eat food in reach-in freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Shrimp over spring rolls **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in reach-in freezer - all products not commercially packaged. Chicken over shrimp, white reach in freezer
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Cook line
08/04/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. Multiple **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - In-use rice scoop/spoon stored in a location that is exposed to splash. On hand sink
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food. Shrimp **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Paper towel used as liner for food container. Multiple
  • Basic - Reuse of single-use number 10 cans.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk bins by back door
  • High Priority - Cut lettuce/cabbage/spinach/kale/chard cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cabbage 65. Corrective action-held under time as public health control
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Multiple **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/with ready-to-eat food in reach-in freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Shrimp over spring rolls
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Towel/paper bag in hand sink
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food left at room temperature to cool. Multiple trays of chicken 79-86°. Moved to cooler
1/31/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic bags in reach in freezer.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Take out containers.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage _ direct contact with food.
10/10/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Seasoning.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil containers, salt.
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic bags in reach in freezer.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Take out containers.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in chest freezer.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage _ direct contact with food.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.cornstarch and water -temp 66°f **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Rear sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Noodles and egg rolls.
7/30/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. Shelving in walk in **Repeat Violation**
  • Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Take out bags used to store food **Repeat Violation**
  • Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Multiple
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Cleavers **Repeat Violation**
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
3/12/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. Chicken
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Hood filters **Repeat Violation**
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. Shelving in walk in **Repeat Violation**
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Multiple trays of chicken 71? on cooling rack in kitchen. Ten minutes later 70?. Items moved to walk in
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Beef behind pork, top of make table **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. Rice
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Take out bags used to store food **Repeat Violation**
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Freezer
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Raw chicken on beef, reach in freezer
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Multiple
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Cleavers **Repeat Violation**
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
12/14/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Observed build-up of food debris/mold-like substance on nonfood-contact surface. shelving in walk in cooler
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. top
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. under egg rolls
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans. soy sauce
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. bucket in kitchen, walk-in cooler Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. beef behind pork, make table Corrected On Site.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. togo bags Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. open raw chicken over beef, upright reach-in Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. triple sink, chl 300ppm
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. knife Corrected On Site.
7/10/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.COOKS line near 3 comparment sink.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.HOOD FILTERS.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the WALKIN COOLER .
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.MULTIPLE FOODS on floor waLKIN cooler.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.INSIDE COOKED WHITE RICE.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.ESTABLISHMENT USING PRINTED GROCERY BAGS as food storage THROUGHOUT .
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.ESTABLISHMENT re-using TIN CANS as food contact FOUND INSIDE raw bulk rice container .
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other inside LARGE BOX FREEZER raw chicken ,over raw beef.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment.HOUSEHOLD PESTICIDES found under handwashing sink.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food inside WALKIN COOLER.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit.PROCEDURE DONE INCORRECTLY) explained again. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.FOODS NOT DATED ,COOKED,MARINATED and other inside WALKIN COOLER.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.LARGE BULK GRANULES not labeled WASHED OFF.
1/19/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.blocked with sheet pan.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.HOOD FILTERS.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.PRINTED GROCERY bag used for storing foods inside freezer .
  • Critical - Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food inside waLKIN cooler.
8/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
6/2/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/18/2011Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
  • Critical - Food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized properly after cleaning DISHWASHER not using sanatizer .
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.BLOCKED BY RICE COOKER.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Observed ESTABLISHMENT using printed grocery bags for storage of foods in box freezer .
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.BOTTOMS preparation tables.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface.UNDERNEATH CUTTING BOARDS.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.inside WALKIN COOLER.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.WALKIN COOLER.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.SEVERAL THROUGHOUT establishment .
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.WALKIN COOLER.
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by over 30 live roaches found THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ,6 live roaches were found underneath cabinets in front areas WHERE cooked white rice pot is kept ,3 live roaches were found in WOK STATION area cabinet where food and utencils are stored ,4 live roaches were found around PLASTIC paper bags and fortune cookie boxes, 17 live roaches were found behind BOX FREEZER unit in kitchen .
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.LARGE WHITE BULK granULES containers.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. found 5 CANS OF RAID HOUSEHOLD PESTICIDES .
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.CLEVERS.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.WALKIN COOLER multiple food not dated.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
3/17/2011Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans. 2 CANS
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. EGGROLLS IN WALKIN COOLER
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. SHRIMP IN SINK Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. COOKED RICE BY HANDSINK ( SUBJECT TO SPLASH )
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW POULTRY OVER COOKED EGGROLLS
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. WALKIN COOLER . KITCHEN
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. ITEMS IN WALKIN COOLER AND KITCHEN
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. CUTTING COOKED PORK Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. BEFORE ENGAGE IN FOOD PREPARATION
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. CUT GALLON USED AS SCOOP
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. RUSTY SHELVES IN REACH IN COOLER AT COOKLINE
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. FOODS IN SHOPPING BAGS
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. COOKLINE COOLER
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. HOOD FILTER
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing SINK
  • Critical. Observed dead roaches on premises. 10 DEAD ROACHES UNDER CORNER COUNTER NEXT TO ICE MACHINE Corrected On Site.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. EMPLOYEE ITEMS OVER FOOD Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. RAID SPRAYBOTTLE
1/7/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. EGGS ANG GARLIC/OIL
  • Critical. Observed ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest/coolest part of the holding unit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. BEEF AND CHICKEN Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. NUMEROUS FOODS IN WALKIN COOLER
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. UNDER CUTTING BOARD
  • 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.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. BOXES OF TO-GO CONTAINERS
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. HANDSINK AT REAR OF KITCHEN Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. HANDSINK AT REAR OF KITCHEN Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored. "GREASED LIGHTNING" SPRAY BOTTLE NEAR EXPOSED THAWING FOOD
3/4/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/1/2010Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-26-1 Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. beef/chicken over veggies in walkin cooler; eggs over rice beef on tray in box freezer over Veggie
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-29-1 Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. foods/veggie in walkin cooler chix on trays in reachin freezer
  • Violation: 14-30-1 Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. reusing cans for various food storage, but can are not design for re-use
  • Violation: 14-51-1 Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. recycle bags used for food storage
  • Violation: 25-04-1 Observed single-service items stored on floor. box of microwave containers
  • Critical. Violation: 32-17-1 Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. back sink Repeat Violation.
9/28/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. eggs at room temp in can on cart in kitchen; garlic/oil 71-74; chicken 47reachin cooler, beef 45 reachin cooler; shrimp 48 Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. chicken piled high on pan-sweet/sour
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. cooler foods on top and interior measure above 41
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. beef/chicken over veggies in walkin cooler; eggs over rice beef on tray in box freezer over Veggie
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. foods/veggie in walkin cooler chix on trays in reachin freezer
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. reusing cans for various food storage, but can are not design for re-use
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. recycle bags used for food storage
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. box of microwave containers
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. back sink Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. No program and no training provided/documentated Repeat Violation.
9/25/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • 03-07 POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SHALL BE MAINTAINED AT 41 DEGREES F OR BELOW- AT STIPULATION CALLBACK-Eggs at room temp- in pan on cart in kitchen; garlic and oil mix 74
9/25/2009Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No report available. 4/15/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 11/24/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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