The Melting Pot, 15700 Biscayne Blvd, North Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: THE MELTING POT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 15700 Biscayne Blvd, North Miami, FL 33160
License #: 2327904
Total inspections: 11
Last inspection: 12/9/2013

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.next to walk in cooler
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
12/9/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Container **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.bar **Corrected On-Site**
4/16/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. STYROFOAM BOXES Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. LUBRICANT OIL Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrected On Site.
11/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand sink missing in food preparation room or area. BAR
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. CHINAWARE
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. SYRUP RESIDUE ON ICE BIN COVER
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. PORTABLE STOVE TABLE
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
4/25/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed hole in wall.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
12/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
3/23/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment-atop of ice machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles-bar area.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair-walk-in cooler area.
11/3/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No proper chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used for wiping cloths. Repeat Violation.
  • Light not functioning-storage area.
  • Critical. Certified Food Manager failed to verify employee health, exclusions or restrictions.
6/2/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
12/7/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/23/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/16/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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