Sunrise Rest Authenic Mexican, 842 E Sugarland Hwy, Clewiston, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: SUNRISE REST AUTHENIC MEXICAN
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 842 E Sugarland Hwy, Clewiston, FL 33440-2621
License #: 3600105
Total inspections: 24
Last inspection: 08/27/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.( observed accumulated dust on ceiling vents above cook area)
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle.( observed 3 sets of tongs hanging on oven door handle in kitchen)
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.( victory reach in cooler in prep area)
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.( observed bulk plastic container with sugar not labeled)
08/27/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.observed shelf liner used under wet ,drying dishes that was spongy and absorbable,
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.corn meal at dry storage no label with common name
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.observed container of prepped raw ground beef over large pot of cooked soup on reachin cooler
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.ground beef cooling in large bowl, food temp ranging from 89° to 119°F after 1 hour cooling, halved quantity onto another pan and put in walkin freezer Until below 70°F then in cooler must reach 41°F within a total of 6 hours **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers.flour container at dry storage
4/23/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • 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.observed opened water bottle on prep area of wait station and expo window in kitchen
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored on top of dirty ice machine between uses.
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.beverage glass with no handle used to scoop sugar at wait station, stored on food
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.in walkin cooler
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.aluminum single use lids stored on open wire shelving not onverted
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food.observed pump germs and spray air fresher stored with and over paper sugar ingle serve condiments at waitstation, in dry storage open packages of glass light bulbs stored over onions , paint brush and plumbing supplies stored with culinary equipment and over onions in dry storage
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with single-service items.observed building supplies, joint compound beside single service foil sheets and foil rolls, and unwrapped packages pf light bulbs beside single service plates in dry storage
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.hose attached and lying on ground
  • High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.quatinary sanitizer used requires 200ppm, observed over 400ppm **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again.
12/4/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area.bag of onions stored under light bulbs at dry storage **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.boxescof cheese in walkin cooler on floor
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.salt at dry storage
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.observed spongy material used as dish dry liner at ware washing area
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair.large food storage container cracked with missing pieces, not sealable.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Open single service not inverted at bar storage rea
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit.pan of raw chicken over raw burger and raw shrimp in reachin at prep area
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with single-service items. Observed spray air fresher located beside and pointed toward open single service plates at bar storage.
8/30/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee eating or chewing gum while prepping cooked peppers at prep table
  • Basic - Food stored in dry storage area not covered.sugar container at dry storage not covered.
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.at bar
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle buried in dry beans container
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.at wait station to go boxes on shelf.
  • Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food. Times posted on unit no written procedure . Form printed and given to manager at inspection
  • Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.at bar
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers. Observed utensils and bowels washed at two bay sink withbno sanitazation step then put on drying racks. **Corrected On-Site**
5/8/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from peopleys hands. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.cooked chopped beef in plastic bag on top of plate and set on top of cold well, unable to benefit from cooler temperatures. Foods must be placed inside cold well containers to remain at temperature,beef must be used or discarded by4pm **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with clean or in-use utensils.
2/1/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - The following is time extended until next routine vist: 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. Providedd training expired .
10/10/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.at dishwash area.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.reachin preptopmaintain foods at 41 degrees F or colder. at cookline ambient air foundvat 46 degrees F May not be used to store potentially hazardous foods until able to
  • Critical - Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit.observed thermometer at reachin at cookline reading 40 degrees F while actual temp was 46 degrees F
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.at dishwash area handsink
  • 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. Providedd training expired .
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.for cold foods
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.box of shrimp on floor in walkin freezer bag of salt on floor at dry storage closet Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed dirty ramkins store in handsink at dishwash area.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.foods in reachin preptop at cookline found at 46 to 50 degrees F May not serve after 3:30pm.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed flex pipe attached to bottom of 3 bay and water draining into cleanout outside back door.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.sugars and flours at dry storage
10/5/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.observed waitstaff sit glasses as she filled them with ice in splashzone of handsink at waitstation
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.at kitchen didhwash area
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.at waitstation
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.with black in grooves at prep table beside walkin cooler
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed employee pour coffe in sink and rinse tea pitchers in handsink at waitstation
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.cooked peppers on shelf above stove foundvat 89 degrees F Corrected On Site.Voluntarily discared
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Labels worn off of flour and sugar containers in storage area
5/9/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food.Observed sanitizer tablets stored over loose onions and garlic at back storage. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.Tamalies iin reachin upright near cooklineked, no date marks on container.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. Corrected On Site.
1/26/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Air gap not installed.faucet removed and hose added . no air gap and no backflow preventer.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.observed ice scoop stored in container with dirty water and slime buildup on bottom with scoop in contact with unclean surface. Corrected On Site.manager washed and sanitized scoop and container.
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect.observed prep cook turn and plate tortillas withbare hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.all foods in reachin cooler across from grill found at 44 to 47 degrees F . Manager will use time as a public health control . All potentially hazardous foods in this unit must be discarded at 3 pm. See website myflorida.com/dbpr for necessary form and more information or phone call center at 850 487 1395 . Time as a public health control form must be filled out and kept onsite. Times must be provided for foods held with time instead of temperature, for method to be approved. Corrected On Site.
8/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored.observed cutting board stored in splash zone behind handsink faucet at waitstation Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed tea glass and mixing spoon in handsink . Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.quail over fish in reachin cooler at preparea Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Food may not be served.enchilladas date marked 5/18/11, in reachin cooler. jay not be served. Corrected On Site.voluntarily discarded .
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.containers of white powders at dry storage Corrected On Site.
5/27/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.reachin prep coler at cookline foods at 45 degrees F ambient air at 45 degrees F Corrected On Site. may not use to hold potentially hazardous foods until able to maintain foods at 41 degrees F or colder. move all potentially hazardous foods to another cold hold location.
  • In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment.observed ice scoop stored on surface with dust present, top of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine behind drop guard..
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.cooks.
  • Critical - Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink.observed staff washing pots and utensils in 2 compartment sink ,no sanitizing step used. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.as evidenced by metal pot scrobber and carving knif stored in basin of handsink at dishwash area.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.at 3 bay and 2 bay sinks ,faucets missing plumbed with hose bibs,no backflow preventer.
2/25/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/2/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.sausage in walkin
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method.observed beans in 6 inch deep pan , on counter at 115 degrees F after 1.5 hours of cooling time. Corrected On Site. put into separate pans and stirred until cooled to 70 degrees F then put into walkicoler loosely covered.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature.observed large 6 inch deep stainles pan with raw chopped chicken thawing on lower shelf of prep table at kitchen Corrected On Site.removed to walkin cooler.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.observed bread storage containers stored under soap and paper towel dispenser at handsink at cookline
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.observed ground beef over fish in walkin cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.box of lettuce in walkin on floor Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink.observed cook wash hands at prepsink.
  • Critical. Observed employee switch from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands.observed cook with gloved hands, plate raw chicken return to cookline put chicken on grill then touch tortilla's with out removing gloves and washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.observed cook handle raw meat then take dirty dishes to warewash then rinse gloved hands under water at prep sink and remove gloves then get new gloves and return to cookline Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor.observed dish rack with clean cutting board an platters stored on floor and under handwash sink andvtowel dispenser ,in splash zone and on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.at outside hose.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.blocked by food straier pot and pot scrubbers at dish sink.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.handsink at dishwash area used to store scrubbers and cookware . Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.as evidenced by basin having icebin it at cookline handsink .
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.at 2aitprep area.
11/19/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.cooked peppers stored at room temperature .85 degreesF at kitchen Corrected On Site. reheat then move to cooler to coldhold
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.froglegs under beef in walkin freezer Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.box of avacado on floor in kitchen Corrected On Site.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored.forks and other utensils stored food contact end up in dispense area at waitstation ,must touch food contact end of forks to retreive .not handles up. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.mopsink at back
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.as evidenced by beverage glass and utensils stored in handsink at waitprep area
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.at bar
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.at bar Corrected On Site.
8/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.found cut vegetables/garlic in oil/taco meat in reachin prep cooler at cookline above 41 degrees Corrected On Site. foods found over 48 degreesF discarded -unit emptied
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method.beans left on counter unmonitored to cool -found beans at 90 degrees Corrected On Site.removed to cooler
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.cookline prep cooler found ambient temperature at 50 degreesF -foods discarded -cooler emptied untill repaired Corrected On Site.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.found at 200ppm at waitprep
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.food storage racks in walkin cooler
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.beverage glasses wet nested at waitprep
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed plastic beverage pitcher in handsink at waitprep
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only.at kitchen across floor to microwave
5/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.container of white powder in dry storage not named
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours.coked tomatoes and peppers not properly cooled Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.open pan of raw prepped chicken stored touching basket with open sides of prepped peeled onions in walkin cooler
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.box of chicken and box of fresh tomatoes stored on floor in walkin cooler
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.pan of wrapped fish/pot of coked cubed chicken /box of whole mussles/box of bef roast-stored on floor in walkin freezer
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect.observed cook holding shredded cheeses in hand to make food-put excess back into prep table -touching tortilla on grill while cooking without wearing gloves- Corrected On Site. operator given bare hand contact handout
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.tea glasses wet nested at waitstation
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. drink cups open to above contamination at wait prep rea
  • Drain cover(s) missing.back porch floor
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.at mopsink
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food.ajax liquid soap stored on floor beside plastic container of flour in dry storge
2/12/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.cooked onions in water held at 117F Corrected On Site.reheated to 165 and held on grill at 135 or hotter
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.beef in walkin freezer
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in storage container with scoop end out -staff must grab scoop end to extract from stored container
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces cutting board at waitstation encrusted with debris
  • Drain cover(not well fitted tiles broken
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.at waitstation Corrected On Site.
  • Observed inside/outside of dumpster not clean.grease dumpster -surrounding area shows wet spilled grease pooling on pavement area
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease.at cookline attached equipment heavy with grease dripping down wall
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.at kitchen
9/9/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/4/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/22/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No report available. 2/20/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
No report available. 2/19/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 7/11/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied

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