Char Hut Of America, 10000 W Mcnab Rd, Tamarac, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CHAR HUT OF AMERICA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 10000 W Mcnab Rd, Tamarac, FL 33321-1815
License #: 1617607
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 11/10/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach. **Corrected On-Site**
11/10/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw tuna 48° f, burger 45° f, macaroni 46° f
3/21/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Clean hood filters stored in mop sink.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin.
11/5/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.Utensil in walk in cooler
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Warmer drawer
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Four doors reach in cooler
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Raw beef and ready to eat in reach in cooler at 46? f- corrective action - lowered thermostat *
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Corrected On-Site**
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.walk in cooler shelves
  • Critical - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.- blue wiping cloth in dry storage
12/18/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Tall reach in cooler
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Walk in cooler shelves
8/20/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/6/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • 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. Pro This violation must be corrected by : 05/01/12.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Beans in walk in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Beef over chili in walk in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Clear liquid
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Cooked onions-at 90* F in hot holding- Corrective action- Turn on hot holding to max-
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Water Corrected On Site.
3/1/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Reach in cooler by cook line-
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed hole in wall. By the back door
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. C.Slaw- At 52*F -Corrective Action-Moved to another reach in cooler at proper temp-
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Chicken in freezer- Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
7/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit reach in.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable shelves above 3 compartment sink.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed objectionable odors in bathroom ladies and mensroom.
12/28/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name - sugar - dry storage area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation - raw beef next to bread on same shelf in reachin freezer. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair - rusted shelf in reachin cooler - kitchen.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets - kitchen.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up - walkin cooler.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times next to three compartment sink- blocked by trash can. Corrected On Site.
7/20/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/24/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour
  • Critical. Cooked vegetables not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site by turning on steamtable.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. Rinsing utensils Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. 3 compartment sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. Repeat Violation.
3/22/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Observed wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wiping cloth inside
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. Walkin cooler
8/18/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/19/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 4/8/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 11/14/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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