Sonic Drive In, Cocoa, 1112 Clearlake Rd., Cocoa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: SONIC DRIVE IN, COCOA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1112 Clearlake Rd., Cocoa, FL 32922
License #: 1505704
Total inspections: 22
Last inspection: 07/08/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Ice has been melted onto food boxes, and frozen solid.
  • Basic - Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps.
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food. On top of prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by garbage can. **Corrected On-Site**
07/08/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Heavy build up. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Light not functioning. In disrepair, by rear door.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by smoke in kitchen area. By fryer and grill area.
  • Basic - food stored near sink exposed to splash. Syrup bottles stored under soap and towels by front counter hand sink. **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. Opened cheese, etc.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
3/18/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - Light not functioning. One bulb by walk in.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Behind bread roller, heavy buildup.
3/18/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under grease disposal/ filter system, next to / under single service storage.
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - Light not functioning. One bulb by walk in.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Standing water in handwash sink/ handwash sink draining very slowly. By desk.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Behind bread roller, heavy buildup.
  • High Priority - Cheese/milk/creamer/other dairy products cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheese in ice bath. Will discard after 4 hours.
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. On burger reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. Card not onsite.
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
1/14/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Behind bun roller.
  • 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. Most employees are in compliance.
7/22/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink in kitchen provided with disposable towels. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Standing water in handwash sink/ handwash sink draining very slowly.
7/22/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Behind bun roller.
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. Ice in sink.
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.
  • 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.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple chemical.
  • Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. On coffee , hot water machine.
4/23/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upright reach in.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Behind bun roller. **Repeat Violation**
  • 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. 5 employees on duty engaged in food prep , callback- operator was able to provide safestaff materials. However, many employees are missing proof.
4/23/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Purse on dry storage rack. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upright reach in.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Behind bun roller. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Sandwich reach in,
  • 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. 5 employees on duty engaged in food prep
2/5/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. by office. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. walk in cooler shelving . Repeat Violation.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. leaks in back door area from leaks, will be repaired.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler with standing water. in/ around unit.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. gap in bottom of rear exterior door.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. slow draining, front handsink.
9/26/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop directly on unsanitized machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - License expired within 30 days after expiration date. expired 4/1/12
  • Light not functioning.one bulb. by ice machine.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. walk in shelving.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. by bun roller. Repeat Violation.
4/23/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. ice bath. ice not surrounding cheese container. Corrected On Site. added ice .
  • Light not functioning. walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. boxes of bag in box soda. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded cheddar. will discard after 4 hours.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. behind bun roller.
12/8/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. dry storage.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. Corrected On Site. management arrived.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. on bun rack.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. walk in fan covers. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. water, reach in shelving.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. cook line. equipment . side of reach in.
  • 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. cook, wiped brow. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. aprons, purse on dry storage rack.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. mop sink, peeling loose.
7/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Light not functioning. three lights out in dry storage.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. walk in fan.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. exterior of grease transporter covered with grease and food debris.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. reach in freezer by grill.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. behind bun roller. Repeat Violation.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. two dated 11/24/09. by ice machine.
3/21/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. items in sandwich reach in. 45-47 degrees. Corrected On Site. less than 4 hours, rapid chilled. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. sandwich reach in, holding phf's 45-47 degrees. Corrected On Site. moved all hazardous food out and into walk in. will check coils, call repairman if needed and will ice down small amounts of food for rush. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed mild buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. walk in freezer.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle./ dumpster.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. back door, gap in bottom. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. bt ice machine, mixers. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. behind bun roller.
  • Observed wall heavily soiled with accumulated grease. behind grease disposal system inside.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. light dust.
10/18/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sliced cheese in front sandwich line reach in. in reach in less than 4 hours. Corrected On Site. rapid chill in freezer.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. sandwich reach in storing sliced cheese. leaking. ambient air temperature 51. moved phf's to other functioning coolers. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. cooked eggs, sausage in reach in online.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. filters above fryers.
  • Observed heavy build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. exterior of portable grease unit.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. banana boats above vanilla soft serve ice cream machine.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen. three flies at onion ring station.
  • Critical. Outer opening not protected with self-closing doors. drive thru door.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. behind bun butterer machine under breads.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not fully charged. For reporting purposes only. by mop sink.
6/23/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/8/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Cold food at proper temperatures during storage, display, service, transport, and cold holding
  • Critical. Facilities to maintain product temperature
  • Critical. Facilities to maintain product temperature
  • Critical. Foods handled with minimum contact
  • Critical. Proper hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking (evidence)
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Critical. Dishwashing facilities designed, constructed, operated 1. wash 2. rinse 3. sanitize
  • Critical. Sewage and waste water disposed properly
  • Containers covered, adequate number, insect and rodent proof, emptied at proper intervals, clean
  • Lighting provided as required. Fixtures shielded
  • Critical. Toxic items properly stored
12/7/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Lights missing the end caps on proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Light not functioning in the walkin cooler and walkin freezer.
7/22/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/19/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 9/19/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 9/18/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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