Carving Station Buffet, 720 N Federal Hwy, Lake Park, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CARVING STATION BUFFET
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 720 N Federal Hwy, Lake Park, FL 33403
License #: 6000790
Total inspections: 21
Last inspection: 08/04/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots and pand under prep table.
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Cell phone, pack go cigarettes and perfume. PIC removed items from prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Hood filters in disrepair. Gaps in area above stoves.
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Between both ice machine. Manager removed ice scoop from dirty shelf. Also small ice scoop on top of screen in soda machine. Manager removed from screen.
  • High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. At 300 ppm. Manager drained and use proper chlorine. At 100 ppm.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Lamb at 127°roast beef 129°. Cook replaced lamb with new one at 155°.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over ready to eat food in WALKIN cooler.
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine at 200 ppm. Manager changed the water and brought it to 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Both ice machine in back area of kitchen.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Boxes and medal shelf buggy. PIC moved items. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Manager fix the issue. Hot water is now present. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in Freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue on floor. Manager had employee cleaned reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In back kitchen. PIC brought towels to dry hands with.
08/04/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Basic - Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. LARGE SPACES
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. TONGS **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Plastic curtain in the WALKIN is in disrepair
  • High Priority - Cooked meats or poultry hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. LEG OF LAMB AT 120°. LAMB WAS REMOVED AND REHEATED TO 145° **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin.
  • Intermediate - Employee rinsed utensil in handwash sink. EMPLOYEE WASHING DISHES IN HAND SINK
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. SEVERAL LINE REACHINS
2/26/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.STOVE TOPS. BOTH STOVES
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.DRAINING ACROSS KITCHEN AISLE FROM REFRIGERATORS
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. ON TOP OF INCLEAN ICE MACHINR
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.
7/10/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.STOVE TOPS
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
7/10/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on handwash sink.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.STOVE TOPS. BOTH STOVES
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.DRAINING ACROSS KITCHEN AISLE FROM REFRIGERATORS
  • Basic - Floor/table fan has accumulation of food debris/dust/grease/soil residue.PREP TABLE SHELF
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. ON TOP OF INCLEAN ICE MACHINR
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.FAUCET TO KITCHEN HANDWASH SINK
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM AND OVER BACK PREP AREA
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.UPRIGHT FREEZER
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in an improper manner.WATER NOT RUNNING
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Sanitizer not used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.o ppm chlorine to dishmachine
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.PLASTIC BUCKET AND WIPING CLOTH IN HANDSINK
  • Intermediate - Ice chute soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime.
  • Intermediate - No metal stem-type thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
  • 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.FRENCH TOAST OVERNIGHT
4/18/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.STACKED BOXES OF BANANAS BLOCKS KITCHEN HANDWASH
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.KITCHEN AND DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.KITCHEN HANDWASH
  • Critical - No proper chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used for wiping cloths.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris.PREPERATION AREA END OF COOKSLINE
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.KITCHEN
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.WALKIN
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat.
  • Observed insect control device installed over food preparation area.OVER LARGE MIXER
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.FOIL CONTAINERS STORE INVERTED SERVICE SIDES UP
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.WALKIN
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.FAUCET AT 3cs
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
10/24/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. obstructed by boxes - kitchen .
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. woman's restroom .
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed detergent and sanitizer mixed together improperly and used for wiping cloths.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. wait station .
11/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/29/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. kitchen .
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. womens' restroom .
  • Observed detergent and sanitizer mixed together improperly and used for wiping cloths.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. walkin cooler at 47 degrees F. service call advised . This violation must be corrected by : 7/29/11.
7/28/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/17/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. This violation must be corrected by : 5/14/11.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. women's restroom.
  • Critical - Observed employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. onions - dry storage area.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. potatoes/carrots - walkin cooler.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. wait station .
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. walkin cooler door rusting, especially at base.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. shell eggs over produce -walkin cooler .
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. turkey over produce - walkin cooler .
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. luncheon meat bodies - reachin cooler .
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. multiple containers - reachin cooler.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. sanitizer bucket not set up.
3/14/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. onions - dry storage .
  • Critical. Observed employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. kitchen .
10/22/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
6/10/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. see # 4.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. walkin cooler at 48 degrees F. service call advised . This violation must be corrected by : 6/10/10.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. onions - dry storage.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. rice bin.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. 10PPM . service call advised .
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of rust in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. kitchen .
6/8/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. stuffing - hot holding ; turkey - buffet.
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw turkey over produce - WIC.
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw beef over produce- WIC.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. onions - dry storage.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. cooked meat RIF.
  • Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. handling RTE food then pushing cart and handling cans.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. ice scooped with a cup - wait station .
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. X 2 - wait station .
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. RIF.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair dry storage shelving rusty.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of rust in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters dusty.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop area.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. kitchen .
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. kitchen .
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. kitchen .
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor. beneath cooking equipment .
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease. stove top.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. purse/jacket over dishwashing area.
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. chlorine greater than 200 ppm - 3 comp. sink.
2/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. shell eggs over vegetables - WIC.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. shelving is rusty .
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. most shelving in the kitchen is rusty . mgr states that shelving is to be replaced soon.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. sanitizer bucket not set up.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of rust in the interior of ice machine.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. WIC.
11/10/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/29/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/27/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/29/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 7/29/2008Complaint PartialInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/17/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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