Marco's Pizza, 6668-11 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: MARCO'S PIZZA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 6668-11 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32312
License #: 4703382
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 09/22/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. Observed on walk-in cooler gaskets.
  • High Priority - License is expired and is more than 60 after expiration date. Observed DBPR license with expiration of June 1, 2014. Confirmed expired license on iPad establishment details and with D6 office. 6/19/14 **Admin Complaint** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee engaged in food prep at pizza line wipe hands on apron and then return to food prep without washing his hands.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwash sink next to ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed blue substance in unlabeled bottle beneath front counter. Observed 2 unlabeled bottles over 3 compartment sink; 1 containing a clear substance and 1 containing a red substance.
09/22/2014Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Observed on doors of pizza make line.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Observed on gaskets at pizza line.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour removed from original packaging in white plastic container under prep table with no labeling as to its contents.
  • High Priority - License expired within 30 days after expiration date. Observed license expired June 1, 2014. Observed iPad establishment details confirmed license expired June 1, 2014.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed commercially processed tomato sauce to which water and additional spices are added. Observed tomato sauce held in container on counter near pizza line at 56°F at about 1:15pm. Manager stated sauce had been it since about 11am and is only made as needed. Advised establishment that sauce must be kept 41°F or below or 135°F and above. Manager stated they will decide how to keep sauce.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Observed spots on the white plastic piece that hangs in the middle interior of the ice machine and along the interior right side.
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. Observed SafeStaff certificates for 4 employees not on shift at inspection. Observed manager unable to locate certificates for Corrine, Al and Hunter who were on shift at time of inspection and all employed more than 60 days. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
6/19/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed three unlabeled spray bottles hanging on shelf across from 3 compartment sink. 2 contained a blue substance, third was a clear substance. **Corrected On-Site**
1/15/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Pizza prep line.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Observed gooey food debris in gaskets on doors of pizza prep-line.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black debris/ substance in the interior of the ice machine.
9/20/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Fan cover in reach-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. Dough cooler near cook line.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid. Both trash and cardboard dumpsters.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At mop sink.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed brush left to rest in hand sink near front counter.
6/18/2013Routine - 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. Observed 2 employee beverages resting above pizza sauce boxes with no lid or straw. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance improperly labeled. Pink liquid in spray bottle labeled "bleach". Near three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
1/18/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Alternative Operating Procedure for bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food not reviewed annually. LEFT AOP PAPERWORK.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed leaking faucet on handwash sink by the front.
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. UNDER MAKE TABLE.
8/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. CLEANING SPONGE IN HWS BY ICE MACHINE.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. ON REACH IN COOLER UNDER MAKE TABLE.
6/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.Observed employee dumping drink inside the handsink.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Observed flour container not labeled in the kitchen area. Corrected On Site.
2/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - OBSERVED CLEANER STORED ON SHELVING WITH FOOD ITEMS - COS
  • OBSERVED DIRTY APRONS ON DRY STORAGE SHELVING NEXT TO DELI PAPERS
  • Critical - OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ENCRUSTED ON CONVEYOR BELT ON OVERN (STARTING SIDE)
  • Critical - OBSERVED OPEN BEVERAGE ON SHELVING AT PREPARATION AREA - COS
  • Critical - OBSERVED SMALL FLYING INSECTS ABUNDUNTLY AT MOP SINK AREA
  • Critical - OBSRVED TWO UNLABELED BOTTLES (SPRAY) OF CLEANER IN DRY STORAGE - COS
  • REACH-IN-COOLER GASKETS OBSERVED TORN - ON ORDER ALREADY
  • WET MOP NOT HUNG TO DRY
10/28/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/6/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Establishment does not have a written copy of their approved Alternative Operating Procedure for bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food. This violation must be corrected by : 4/6/11.
  • Critical - Food employee not using hand sanitizer after washing hands as required by the Alternative Operating Procedure for bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food. This violation must be corrected by : 4/6/11.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, without washing hands after touching the back of a co-worker. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in back area.
4/5/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/28/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor; white tub of flour.
  • Critical. Establishment does not have a written copy of their approved Alternative Operating Procedure for bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food. Manager Ben Singer says bare hand contactt is used on pizzas before cooking.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor; case of wing lids and napkins.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing; icee in front handsink.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 1-17-11.
  • Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. This violation must be corrected by : 1-17-11.
11/15/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor; case of mushrooms in storage area.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container; flour. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor; sleeves of pizza boxes.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored; windex. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. License expired within 30 days after expiration date.
6/11/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. kitchen Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.restroom
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.restroom
3/17/2010Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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