Firehouse Subs, 4400 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: FIREHOUSE SUBS
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 4400 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233
License #: 6804796
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 09/30/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Ice scoop stored on top of dirty ice machine between uses. Observed large bin scoop on top of machine, which had dust on it. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Stored on soda rack under spray heads. **Warning**
09/30/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored on top of dirty ice machine between uses. Observed large bin scoop on top of machine, which had dust on it. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Stored on soda rack under spray heads. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Observed mold like substance on guard on upper area of machine interior. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Did not know the big 5 **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/hr/food-lodging/managercertification.html. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No state approved required employee training program present. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. PIC charge stated there is no training going on here. **Warning**
07/30/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in men's bathroom. **Corrected On-Site**
3/7/2014Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
11/15/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris on rollers inside toaster oven.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
6/14/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Box of food stored on floor in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of flaky substance in the interior of the ice machine.
1/17/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of food debris on rollers of sandwiche toaster.
  • Overhead light cover near drive up window arrea hanging loose.
9/6/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed 2 boxes food stored on floor in walkin freezer.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sliced salami in walkin cooler.
  • Observed some black debris on caulking above three compartment sink.
6/7/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on rollers of sandwiche toaster.
2/8/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, boxes in front of handwash sink in kitchen. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. Drink lids at drive up window not inverted. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Meatballs steam table at drive up window at 121F degrees. Corrected On Site.
8/1/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink in men's bathroom lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered cookie dough in walkin freezer.
5/11/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of dust on top of soda pump motors.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. Drink cup covers at selfservice station not inverted. Corrected On Site.
1/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of dust on drive thru window casing.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink in back kitchen area lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
9/23/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Observed emplyee with no hair restraint preparing food.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Reachin cooler at front counter.
5/7/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. At drive up window soda dispenser . Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on sandwiche toaster in back room.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Handwash sink near prep table.
11/10/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of dust on fan covers of cooling unit in walkin cooler.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on bun warmer.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Spray bottle of cleaner hanging near to plastic food containers.
8/4/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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