Sunset Cafe, 500 W Cocoa Bch Cswy, Cocoa Bch, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: SUNSET CAFE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 500 W Cocoa Bch Cswy, Cocoa Bch, FL 32931
License #: 1504756
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: 10/13/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - There is slight mold growth in bar area floor
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Bar
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Fish cooler insulation showing
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in ice or ice water between uses. Ice scoop in ice bin without a handle
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. 3 bin sink faucet is leaking
  • Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as food-contact shelf cover on prep table bottom
  • High Priority - All potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) foods in reach-in cooler cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fish 45f, cheese 46f, shrimp 45f. Discontinue use on box until repaired
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Potatoes 78f. Discarded by operator
  • High Priority - Raw meat/poultry cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prime rib 84f. Corrective action takem. Put in freezer
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. Baked potatoes 78f sitting on a tray
  • Intermediate - Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Server with nail polish
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. Fish cooler on line
10/13/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At outside bar **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Inside food drawers on cook line broken and rusted.
  • Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Over dishmachine in front kitchen
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In men's bathroom
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler floor not maintained smooth and durable **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Back produce walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of rust on the interior back wall of the outside ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. 2 tags missing dates **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. At beverage station
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. t bar area found quart of Island Oasis under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
3/6/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom.ceiling tiles in kitchen/dish room area **Warning**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Kitchen **Warning**
  • Basic - Walkin cooler floor not maintained smooth and durable. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning** 2 tags missing dates
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. Heavily grooved **Warning**
3/6/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom.ceiling tiles in kitchen/dish room area **Warning**
  • Basic - Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. **Warning**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Drink on on cook line **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use utensils stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning**
  • Basic - Interior of ice bin with rust that has pitted the surface. In bar storage area **Warning**
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.bar counter next to hand wash sink **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Kitchen **Warning**
  • Basic - Walkin cooler floor not maintained smooth and durable. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Bacon left out over night par cooked 77°. Manager discarded. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food heated to a temperature above 135 degrees Fahrenheit not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within a total of 6 hours. Prime rib in reach in cooler on cooks line. Manager discarded **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler. Raw beef steaks stored on shelf over containers of soup **Warning**
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. In excess of 200ppm **Warning**
  • Intermediate - #10 cans in storeroom missing labels **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. Heavily grooved **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sinks blocked with hose and stacked sanitizer buckets **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Interior of refrigerator soiled with accumulation of food residue. Coke cooler on cooks line **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At dish machine room **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. **Warning**
12/6/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.observed co2 tank in dry storage not secured
  • Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
  • Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.outside bar
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.walk in flor peeling up. Repeat violation
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.3 bin sink
  • Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair.plumbing from island oasis maching going into the bucket
  • Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as food-contact shelf cover.. Corrected on site
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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. Same people have cards but not with them **Corrected On-Site**
4/8/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.at the back door
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.at the bar
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.in the walkin freezer
  • Critical - No oyster warning sign with required language provided. it is a combination warning with other animal protiens Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed insect control device installed over food preparation area.in the prep kitchen
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.clams, at 46 df, not using an ice bath to keep at 41 df Corrected On Site.
  • Observed worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.the walkin cooler floor is in dis repair
  • Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in refrigeration unit.had to use a flash light
10/29/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.bar
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.bar
  • Critical - Observed an beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.water bottle on utensil shelf
  • Critical - Observed an employee with long fingernails working with exposed food.bartender
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification.paul Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.blocking sink with pan 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.bowl in flour Repeat Violation.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.lexan pans
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food.soap scum by salt Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils.cleaner by plastic cups Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils.comet by straws in server area Corrected On Site.
4/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Corrected On Site.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.helium by front counter
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner.grill press missing handles
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.wait staff area
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. Corrected On Site.Kobe 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 food stored in a prohibited area.under non food grade bags
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.spatula 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.bowl in flour
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.20z souflee in spice Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.2oz in butter Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.1 live Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.baked at 58f for 20 minutes. returned to walk in Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.kitchen
  • Observed wall soiled with dirt in stockroom
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster.bar
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.water on line
12/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.Walk in cooler potentially hazardous foods found cold holding 44-45 DF.OPERATOR IMMEDIATELY CALL SERVICE COMPANY.
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.Prime rib,au jus,leftover soup noted 47 DF cooled overnight in deep covered pan in walk in cooler.STOP SALE.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Milk,cooked pasta cold holding 45 DF,cold holding in walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food,shell eggs,stored over ready-to-eat food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed screen door bottom seal poor repair.
3/4/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/14/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.milk 46f waitress
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.sour cream 47f waitress
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.47 f fish dip Cook line
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.beef 54f overnight
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.59f pasta
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.pig head 47f
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.potatos 54f
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.flounder 47f
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.fish CH 47f
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours.pasta ,prime
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.under grill
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.cole slaw
  • Critical. Observed an beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. cutting board
  • Observed cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.line
  • Critical. Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found.3 fresh in food storage area
  • Critical. Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found.2 fresh on floor under food rack in food storage
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.live flies in dry storage
  • Critical. Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests.live rat on glueboard under soda machine in kitchen.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.rear door
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present.Large hole on west door
  • Observed wall in disrepair.metal peeling in dish area
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
10/11/2010Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/11/2010Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.potatos 71 Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.pasta 65f Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.beef 6lbs beef 50f ,cheese15lbs 48f, fish 20 lbs 50f
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.Fish box
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.fish box.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.whole shell over broccoli
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.ice
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.sugar
  • Critical. Observed food employee putting guest check book down rear of pants
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands .tomato Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves.nail polish on server
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.above utensils
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.server
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Critical. Observed dented pineapple juice cans
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.cups at bar in sneeze range
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.Handle on handsink
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.disharea
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.floor buckling in walk in
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Light not functioning.hood
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
6/3/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 14-35-1 Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Violation: 37-05-1 Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.storage area
2/15/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.tuna
  • Critical. Observed packaged food not labeled as specified by law.wine
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.Raw fish over baked potatos
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands .lettuce Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Drawer broken on line
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.bar
  • Drain cover(s) missing.bar
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.bar
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.bar
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.bar
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.1 live
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable.tile broken
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.storage area
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.bar
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. Corrected On Site.paul solano 11-07
  • 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. cook
12/4/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 4/17/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/10/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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