Olive It Cafe, 1901 Ulmerton Rd Ste# 100, Clearwater, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: OLIVE IT CAFE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1901 Ulmerton Rd Ste# 100, Clearwater, FL 33762
License #: 6214964
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 08/21/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. Marinating raw chicken in metal bowl over open container of scrambled egg mix. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Reach in freezer near 2door reach in cooler that says milk deli on the top.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above prep area.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Both reach in cooler coolers under make stations on front line. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in reach-in cooler. Raw chicken marinating over open carton of scrambled egg blend. **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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. operator educated on the big 5, handout given to operator. **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. Deli chubs in reach in cooler next to oven
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling. Observed cooked potatoes 70 degrees farenheit, scrambled eggs 67 degrees farenheit both cooked at 9:45 am covered cooling in walk in cooler. Corrective action uncovered foods to allow faster cooling. Foods met the 2 hours cooling mark.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Various foods in walk in cooler not date marked such as rice, pasta, chicken. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade soiled with old food debris. back of slicer blade soiled. **Repeat Violation**
08/21/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area. Bag of rice **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. Frozen chicken patties in reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Make table reach in cooler
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **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. Lasagna, chicken, pasta, various items in walk in cooler.
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade soiled with old food debris.
2/12/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Shelves and storage areas
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Drink packets/vitamins
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Refrigerator in back storage area
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in kitchen
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Platter containers not inverted below dirty storage rack
  • Basic - Uncovered food stored in storage area. Pancake mix, spices **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In mop bucket
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. In kitchen and food area **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Dented cans present. Yams and sliced pears on storage shelf **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with clean or in-use utensils. Stainless steel cleaner near clean skillet pans **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket of water in sink
  • Intermediate - Ice chute on self-service drink machine soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime.
10/29/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.raw ground beef (min. Cook temp 155?f for 15 seconds) over bacon (min cook temp 145?f for15 seconds) and over milk.
  • Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit.(thermometer broken in reach in cooler in front area)
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.(blocked by dish ware)
  • Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling.(cooked potatoes in walk in cooler)
4/3/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No hand washing signs in mens and womens bathrooms.
  • Critical - Observed ambient thermometer not accurate in reach in cooler on food prep/cook line.
  • Critical - Observed condensation pooled at bottom of reach in cooler thru out.
  • Observed counter top steam table heavily soiled with old food build up and debris in food prep/cook line.
  • Critical - Observed food on floor in walk in cooler (Bag of potatoes).
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation with shelled eggs walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed incorrect chemical test strips provided (had quaternary test strips but needs chlorine test strip).
  • Critical - Observed meat slicer heavily soiled with old food debris build up.
  • Observed mop not hanging to air dry.
  • Critical - Observed no date marking of potentally hazardous food in walk in cooler. (cut melon, cooked vegetable, cooked meats) held more than 24 hours.
  • Critical - Observed no hand washing during food prep and service of ready to eat food. (after handling wet wiping cloths)
  • Critical - Observed no labeling of open condiments on shelf.
  • Observed pans stored on top of oven not inverted.
  • Observed plastic single service utensils not stored properly in baskets on front counter. (not presented so only handles are touched).
  • Critical - Observed reach in coolers heavily soiled on food prep/cooks line thru out.
  • Observed rear storage area not clear from debris (card board boxes) and not organized.
  • Critical - Observed rear up right reach in cooler heavily soiled.
  • Critical - Observed sliced chees in top reach in cooler not held at 41 degrees F or belwo (50 degrees) was instructed to place cheese in a cooler with a proper temperature.
  • Critical - Observed suasage links on steam table not held at 135 degree F or above (110 degrees F) Note: Was instructed to reheat to 165 degree F.COS
  • Observed trays under spices with old food build and debris on condiment shelf.
  • Critical - Observed unapproved toxic chemical stored in kitchen on floor in rear. (Bug spray).
  • Observed wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitize solution between uses.
  • Obseved single service item not inverted on rear storage shelf.
10/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.(reach in cooler in front area) Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.(in upright reach in cooler next to chest style coolers in back kitchen area)
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans.(2 cans of pears)
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.(near 3 compartment sink )
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.( throughout )
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.(front area) Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.(raw chicken and raw ground beef over ready to eat foods in upright reach in cooler next to slicer)
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation.
2/14/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.(in reach in cooler in front area)
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.(kitchen )
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method.(cooked eggs and sausage covered during cooling)
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.(around steamtables)
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of water.
  • Observed personal care item stored in food prep areas.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.(in back kitchen area)
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
9/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cooked meats or poultry not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in glass holding unit.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on door of walkin cooler.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material in the reach-in cooler near salad prep.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. gravy covered with plastic wrap
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walkin cooler floor.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue near microwave oven
  • Observed residue build-up on dry storage shelf.
  • Critical - Observed soiled glass reach-in cooler shelves.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris near 3 compartment sink.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. pasta, hamburger patty, gravy
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Stored in can wash
5/25/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed personal care item stored on prep table
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. pepperoni pizza @ 78. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. pulled pork,potatoes in walkin cooler
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. stored in mop bucket
2/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. milk in walkin cooler
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. mashed potato, meatballs in sauce,noodles, chicken
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken salad @ 50 F
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. chicken patties @ 120 F
  • Critical. Observed raw chicken stored over baked chicken in walkin cooler
  • Critical. Observed bag of rice stored on floor.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material in the sandwich prep reach-in cooler. standing water
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walkin cooler floor.
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. wiping bucket chlorine @ greater than 200ppms
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Stored in mop bucket
10/28/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/19/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.(sour cream, creamer)
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.(condiment squeeze bottles in front area)
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.(gravy at 120 degrees, sausage at 98 degrees and potatoes at 111 degrees f.)
  • Critical. Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours.(large pot of soup reheating in a steamtable at 80 degrees after 30 mins, please reaheat on stove top or in microwave) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.(raw whole turkey over lunch meat in walk in cooler)
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect.(chopping onions ) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.(front hand sink used to store dirty dishes)
  • Observed knife block in use to store knives.
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor.(chafing dishes)
  • Critical. Observed container of medicine improperly stored.( vitamin bottle in front area)
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • 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.
1/12/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.(cheese, soup, cooked meats)
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.(cookie dough in reach in cooler at 50 degrees f, moved to a working cooler) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.(single door upright reach in cooler)
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.(pot of sauce on floor in walk in cooler)
  • Critical. Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.(no handwash before gloving hands to prepair food)
  • Critical. Observed soiled cooler gaskets.( throughout )
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.(front area)
  • Critical. Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law.(deli style cooler on cooks line)
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.(kitchen )
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • 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.
8/28/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Food management certification valid
  • Critical. Employee training validation
8/28/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Current license properly displayed
  • Critical. Food management certification valid
  • Critical. Employee training validation
7/7/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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