Gators Of Lake Mary, 4349 W Lake Mary Blvd, Lake Mary, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Gators Of Lake Mary
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 4349 W Lake Mary Blvd, Lake Mary, FL 32746
License #: 6903802
Total inspections: 22
Last inspection: 11/14/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Handsink near ice machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler door with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
11/14/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Fan covers in walk-in coolers has accumulation of dust/debris. **Warning**
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Handsink near ice machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Three door cooler/freezer near fryers. **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler door with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area and outdoor patio seating area being added at side of dining room. Must submit plans, plan review application and payment for plan review to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 1940 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. **Warning**
10/24/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Fan covers in walk-in coolers has accumulation of dust/debris. **Warning**
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Handsink near ice machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Three door cooler/freezer near fryers. **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler door with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Bottled beverage stored in ice used for drinks. At bar. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. spray cleanser stored on dishmachine. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black mold-like substance inside the ice bin at wait station. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled with old food residue. At cook line prep tables. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink near ice machine and in bar. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area and outdoor patio seating area being added at side of dining room. Must submit plans, plan review application and payment for plan review to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 1940 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottles containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellow, green substances. **Warning**
08/25/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
  • Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. To repair gaskets on the condiment cooler
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Two door cooler
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. Putting raw chicken wings down and then changed gloves without handwashing
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Deli turkey
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
2/25/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law.
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Plate **Corrected On-Site**
9/27/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers had accumulation of mold-like substance.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights above the cook line
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • High Priority - License expired more than 30 days, but not more than 60 days, after expiration date.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Reach in freezer.
5/6/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink by mop sink
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
1/25/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Need chlorine test strips
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda gunn dispensing nozzles. bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on walk in freezer floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Chicken wings/seafood cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Cookline cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed upper interior of microwave soiled.
9/25/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Condensation not draining probably in the cookline cooler.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans. Mandarin oranges.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
5/31/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets with foid debris build-up.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment. Fryer
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Beer Cooler
  • Observed leaking faucet at plumbing fixture. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
1/6/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/20/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • 2 Ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleanable.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification for Sara Cipparone
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Cooler for chicken wings
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda gunn dispensing nozzles. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed leaking faucet at hand sink.
  • Observed reach-in freezer gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. Handsink by steamtable
  • Critical - Upper Observed interior of microwave soiled.
8/18/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hamburger found at 44 degrees
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
3/28/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. sugar Corrected On Site.
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Corrected On Site.
11/18/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. dumping ice
8/30/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Gryos found at 52 degrees and diced chicken was found at 54 degrees. Gryos, diced chicken, and pasta discarded by manager and all other products were removed and place into walk in cooler. Upright cooler ha been unplugged and no longer in use.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Ambient air 50 degrees for the upright cooler. Manager removed all food product and unplugged upright cooler. Upright cooler no longer in use. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. tiny bowls used for scooping chili and marinara
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. scooping ice with a cup Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda gunn dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical. Observed interior of2 door reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored. Ice spatula stored on top of dirty ice machine
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumping ice
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing margarita equipment in handsink in the bar
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Handsink by ice tea maker Corrected On Site.
5/19/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
2/9/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Provolone cheese 52, chicken 50, hamburger 52.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. middle cooler. Ambient air 50 degrees
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Garlic bread and fish
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. scooping ice
  • Critical. Observed an beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. on cookline
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hoid filters.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. at handsink at bar, men's and ladies restroom Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. storing weighing stand
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. at cookline, warewash and bar
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walk in freezer floor.
  • Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
2/8/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hamburger found at 44 degrees. Advised
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hard boiled eggs 48 degrees and ham 48 degrees in flat top cooler.. Retemp items they have dropped 4 degrees
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda gunn dispensing nozzles. bar
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Flat top cooler
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Middle cooler
  • Critical. Observed 1 dead roaches on premises. Table by reach in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. On the cook line
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above the hood.
10/6/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/6/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/9/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/12/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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