El Ranchito Restaurant, 19542 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: EL RANCHITO RESTAURANT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 19542 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34601-3157
License #: 3700885
Total inspections: 11
Last inspection: 6/2/2011

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Inspection findings

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  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical - Violation: 17-07-1 No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Violation: 33-16-1 Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Violation: 50-08-1 Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license. CALL 850 487 1395 TO RENEW LICENSE.
6/2/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Triple glass door cooler in kitchen holding at 60 degrees F. This violation must be corrected by : 6/02/1.
  • Critical - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
  • Critical - Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license. CALL 850 487 1395 TO RENEW LICENSE.
  • Critical - Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Reading 0 at 32 degrees F. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature of chicken 62, beef 59, beans 62 degrees F. in triple glass door cooler. Stop Sale issued as per William Pippin area Supervisor. This violation must be corrected by : 6/02/11.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).of Beef, chicken, beans in glass door cooler held overnight at 60 degrees F.
6/1/2011Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical - License expired within 30 days after expiration date. Renew license by calling 850 487 1395 or online WWW.myfloridalicense.com to avoid further late fees and penalties.
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. White upright cooler.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Ladies bathroom.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Observed dumpster rusted out on bottom.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Chicken thawing in bucket on floor.
2/11/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature of sour cream in ice bath on cooks line 50 degrees F. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Thermometer in white cooler next to fryer reading 80 degrees F.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Triple glass door cooler.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Observed dumpster rusted out on bottom.
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear kitchen door.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. Grease and dust buildup on ceiling in kitchen.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only. Powering microwave.
9/23/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb....at mop sink.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory....in kitchen. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an uncovered electrical box. ....near glass 3 door refrigerated unit in kitchen. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license.
6/22/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair...kitchen handsink not mounted to wall properly.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue...drop down freezer in storeroom.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture....mop sink pipe.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory....in kitchen
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory....wait station. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water....near mop sink.
  • Observed hole in wall....ladies room. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated....dining room. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. License expired more than 30 days, but not more than 60 days, after expiration date.
4/1/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink....need to ke4p above flood level of sink.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory....cooks line.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical. Observed screen in door torn/in poor repair.
  • Observed hole in wall....behind toilet in mens room.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
9/30/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/4/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 3/3/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 10/28/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/7/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied

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