Guatemex Cafe El Churrasco, 23 S Dixie Hwy, Lake Worth, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: GUATEMEX CAFE EL CHURRASCO
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 23 S Dixie Hwy, Lake Worth, FL 33460
License #: 6019502
Total inspections: 26
Last inspection: 09/30/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.STOVE TOP ENCRUSTED WITH BLACK BURNT RESIDUE
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.3 DOOR REACHIN
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair.ENTRANCE FROM DINING ROOM TO FRONT KITCHEN
09/30/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bathroom door not self-closing.WOMENS RESTROOM
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.STOVE TOP ENCRUSTED WITH BLACK BURNT RESIDUE
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.KITCHEN
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.COOKSLINE REACHIN 3 DOOR
  • Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided.NO CURB PROVIDED AT MOP SINK OUTSIDE BACK AREA OF RESTAURANT
  • Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.BACK DOOR
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.3 DOOR REACHIN
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair.ENTRANCE FROM DINING ROOM TO FRONT KITCHEN
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
  • Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.LARGE TRASH CAN BLOCKS HANDSINK BACK AREA NEAR ICE MACHINE
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.COOKSLINE
  • Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.HOT HOLD AND COLD HOLD FOODS
  • 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. Only one certificate at least two employees
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
07/30/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Hole in wall. Men' s bathroom
  • Basic - Lime scale build-up inside ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bathroom.
  • Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair. Under 3 comp sink.
2/18/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. Dressing. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Cooked rice/pasta hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice115F, beans 115F
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken 44F, beef 44F, cooked shrimp 45F.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by garbage can.
7/9/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. Salsa, soup. Rice container.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Sanitizer not used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. 3 compartment sink.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Side station area.
3/7/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. kitchen's grease tray.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. chest freezer
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. dead roaches. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by one small live roaches found in dining area.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. container of salsa, salad.
10/4/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. kitchen area
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. chest freezer lid.
7/9/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. kenmore box freezer's lid.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. container of salsa in r/I cooler.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. hot water knob not functioning.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site.
6/8/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
6/8/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - License expired more than 60 days, after expiration date. This violation must be corrected by : 03/16/12.
2/16/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters area.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. Corrected On Site.
10/12/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/6/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/21/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found in dining area. This violation must be corrected by : 04/20/11.
4/19/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese, soup, wings.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. containers of soup.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. ice machine.
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. 3 comp sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. fawcet in 3 comp sink.
  • Critical. Current Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
1/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/15/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. men's room
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found This violation must be corrected by : 09/15/10.
  • Critical. Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.
9/14/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/29/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. pork, pasta, beef sauce,
5/27/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. seafood, beef stew.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. Corrected On Site.
1/14/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/4/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Violation: 53A-19-1 Observed expired Food Manager Certification.
8/20/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. spray oil bottle.
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 10/20/09.
8/20/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 6/12/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 12/17/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/25/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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