Tropical Smoothie, 1808 Hendricks Avenue, Jacksonville, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1808 Hendricks Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207
License #: 2613528
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 08/20/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 3 on back prep table. Manager moved them. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clear containers above triple sink.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Soft serve frozen yogurt mix 46°-51° in reach in cooler. Manager explained mix comes frozen in jugs, defrosted in reach in cooler then portion in smaller containers. Corrective action taken, moved to reach in freezer for rapid cooling. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Top interior, around ice chute. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Ice chute soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime. Black and pink substance build up in ice chute in soda dispenser, dining room.
08/20/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored with handle in contact with ice in ice bin. Near cash register. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Make tables at front and bigger one in the back.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Back of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area. Back of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes 47-50°, cut lettuce 50-51°, in small reach in cooler in the back, this unit is not working properly. Manager stated these items were placed in this unit approximately half hour ago. Corrective action taken, moved to another unit.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Top interior. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by mop bucket. Next to triple sink and mop sink, back of kitchen.
  • Intermediate - No hot water for establishment. Water heater is broken, per manager.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front sink behind cash register. Also, sink next to triple sink.
  • 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. Small reach in cooler in the back. Ambient temperature on top of unit is 61°F bottom 56°F.
2/24/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area. Two fruit flies. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot tap broken off on men's room HWS used by customers and employees.
10/15/2013Routine - 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. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Dirty container **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Shake powder
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. To place cookies on tray
  • High Priority - Live flies in kitchen. Two by mop sink **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By triple sink **Corrected On-Site**
3/23/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit. reading 28F, food temps at 38F, prep reach in cooler
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. mop bucket on the way Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop in dirty container, ice machine Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. kitchen
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. sligth
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler. 3 doors upright reach in cooler
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen. 2 at back handsink
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. hummus, chicken salad opned a couple of days ago, also chicken in bags Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
10/22/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. no spout on soap container, handsink by 3 comp sink Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. powder Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - License expired within 30 days after expiration date. expired on 6/1/12
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. hummus opened 2 days ago Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. rear door
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. outside faucet Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. wrong label Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
6/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. handsink by 3 comp sink
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. on whey Corrected On Site.
  • 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. Has log, must get original certifications by next unannounced inspection
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. cracked container for granola Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. cold cut reach in cooler
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. bottom of 3 door reach in cooler
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. faucet outside, green hose on
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrected On Site.
2/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No dates in line water filter.
8/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. jug at front counter
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. upright reach-in
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. handle of reach-in
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen. three
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. over prep table
1/19/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/7/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. soy protein and green tea.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Repeat Violation. Quat strips damaged
  • Critical. Observed moldy buildup in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. plastic forks.
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Broken self closure.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. Repeat Violation.
7/27/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/16/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed incorrect chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. ran out of quat and no chlorine strips available
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. metal cabinets, vents in restroom
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink splitter Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. near 3 comp sink Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. rinsing blenders
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. back door
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Repeat Violation.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. only chained to each other Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. enrolled in class
  • 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. log not complete Repeat Violation.
1/14/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit. reading 41F Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. one cracked pan in warmer
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with mold lIke substance and/or soil deposits. ice dispenser machine
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. on lid, shakes cooler
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. fan on fllor by shelf
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. lids not inverted Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. broken handle
  • Observed leaking faucet at plumbing fixture. handsink
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. mop bucket on the way
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. handsink by 3 comp sink Repeat Violation.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. in kitchen Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. has 2009
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. by rear door
  • 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. log no completed, employee told me the training was last year. Must complete log
8/14/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/2/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/20/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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