Puff N Stuff Catering, 4121 N 50th St, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: PUFF N STUFF CATERING
Type: Catering
Address: 4121 N 50th St, Tampa, FL 33610
License #: 3913130
Total inspections: 10
Last inspection: 10/21/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. crabs and chicken just delivered **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Sterno stored with/above food, clean equipment and utensils, clean linens and/or single-service items.stored on shelf with cleaning chemicals in rear storage area above clean racked glass plates
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of encrusted food debris on/around mixer head.floor mounted mixer
  • 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. certificate found in files
10/21/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.under fryers
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade guard soiled with old food debris.
2/25/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of encrusted food debris on/around mixer head.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
11/20/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Walk-in freezer
  • Basic - Clean equipment stored on floor.chill sticks in walk-in freezer
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. Walk-in cooler 2
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.behind line equipment
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Barewood shelf in kitchen
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris. Walk-in cooler 2
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.flour
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary ammonia 300ppm **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Knife block soiled
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers. Tea urns
6/27/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/3/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/8/2012Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. on clean dis rack
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. 10-15 in floor drain in steame area,10 under steamer table ,1 by mopsink ,3 under ice machine ,5 under drink service area with multiple egg casings, 2 under 3compartment sink in preparation area
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. after loading dirty dirty and before unloading clean
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found 3 live under 2 compartment sink, 5 live under preparation table,1 live behind ice machine,1 live under dish machine ,1 live under 3compartment sink in preparation area, 1 live in mens bathroom all in various stages of life This violation must be corrected by : 8/8/12. Repeat Violation.
8/7/2012Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • Critical - Violation: 53B-08-1 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.
7/26/2012Food-Licensing InspectionCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Violation: 35A-05-1 Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found 15 live under preparation table by walk-ins This violation must be corrected by : 9/25/12.
  • Critical - Violation: 50-08-1 Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license. This violation must be corrected by : 9/24/12.
  • Critical - Violation: 53B-08-1 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.
7/25/2012Food-Licensing InspectionCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
  • Critical - Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license. This violation must be corrected by : 9/24/12.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.service area
  • 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.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. 5 dead in preparation table drawers 10 dead under soda dispenser ,2 dead under 3compartment sink,4 behind ice machine ,2 in bag in th box soda area
  • Critical - Observed employee eating while preparing food. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed food employee touch bare body part then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. to go cup in flour
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. to go cup in bread crumbs Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. fresh cut tater tots/raw chicken Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.shredded cheese in walk-in
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.walk-in racks
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found 15 live under preparation table by walk-ins This violation must be corrected by : 9/25/12.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.storage area
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.several dressings and sauces in walk-in
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. 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 - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. spraybottle of oil Corrected On Site.
7/24/2012Food-Licensing InspectionWarning Issued

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