Hickory Sticks Bbq, 899 Ne 62 St, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: HICKORY STICKS BBQ
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 899 Ne 62 St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
License #: 1622921
Total inspections: 10
Last inspection: 10/27/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • 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. **Warning**. At callback: Still no proof of training for employee on duty
10/27/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. TOP OF ICE MACHINE. **Warning**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. BY 3 COMP SINK. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. BBQ SAUCE @ 87°. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. RIBS AND CHICKEN @ 95°, LEFT OUT AT ROOM TEMPERATURE. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Employee trained using a state approved in-house training program not performing their work duties in a manner consistent with the Food Code requirements. STORING FOODS OUT OF THE "DANGER ZONE." **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. TRAY STARAGE. **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 - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. 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 certified food manager for establishment. 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 - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink installed above 3 comp sink. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food left at room temperature to cool. BAKED BEANS @ 128°. **Warning**
  • 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. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. TURKEY COOKED 8/18/14 NOT DATE MARKED. **Warning**
08/19/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. TOP OF ICE MACHINE. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Insect control device installed above clean equipment.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. REPLACE.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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. MILK, HEAVY CREAM. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. FAX CURRENT COPY OF CERTIFICATION TO MY ATTENTION BY 6/28/14 AT 954-956-5699. INCLUDE YOUR DBA AND LICENSE NUMBER.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cooled in quantity deeper than 4 inches. APPROX 12" DEEP PLASTIC CONTAINER.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food left at room temperature to cool. 85°. EITHER PROVIDE LABORATORY DOCUMENTATION THAT BBQ SAUCE IS NOT TCS OR EMPLOY PROPER COOLING PROCEDURES.
  • Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Corrected On-Site**
4/28/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. BAKED BEANS @ 122. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. SELF SERVICE PEPPERS AND LEMONS. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food left at room temperature to cool. RIBS @ 100. CORRECTIVE ACTIONS TAKEN. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. BEANS FROM 3 DAYS AGO, TURKEY BREASTS FROM 9/5/13. **Warning**
9/9/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. WALK IN COOLER, COOK LINE REACH IN COOLER UNABLE TO MAINTAIN TCS FOODS AT 41° OR BELOW. DO NOT USE THESE UNITS TO STORE TCS FOODS TIL THEY ARE REPAIRED TO CODE. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. COLE SLAW @ 51°; POTATO SALAD @ 48°; BAKED BEANS @ 51°; TURKEY BREASTS @ 47°. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. BAKED BEANS @ 122°. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. SELF SERVICE PEPPERS AND LEMONS. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER ABOVE 3 COMP SINK. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food left at room temperature to cool. RIBS @ 100°. CORRECTIVE ACTIONS TAKEN. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. BEANS FROM 3 DAYS AGO, TURKEY BREASTS FROM 9/5/13. **Warning**
9/6/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seasoning
  • Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Sauces, Been in walk in cooler
4/10/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/5/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Male and female.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.Above 3 compartment sink.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. This violation must be corrected by : 11-13-12.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method.Cooked beans and BBQ sauce in walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Back area handwash sink in kitchen.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Next to grill.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.Raw chicken in shopping bag in walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.Liquid cheese in walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held mwalk in ore than 24 hours with not properly date marked. BBQ sauce in walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.Backflow preventer at mop sink.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spice mix on pantry shelf.
9/13/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. in smoke house
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. shopping bags in reach in cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. shells eggs in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. plantfoods , sauce in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. plantfoods , sauce in walk in cooler
5/31/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • 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
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. at mop sink
4/2/2012Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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