A1a Ale Works, 1 King St, St Augustine, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: A1A ALE WORKS
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1 King St, St Augustine, FL 32084-4468
License #: 6501272
Total inspections: 18
Last inspection: 08/28/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in bar cooler containing potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food. Banquet room. Cooler has cream for drinks. **Warning**
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In dish pit. Clean dish area. **Warning** **Repeat Violation**
08/28/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Food containers in clean dish area of dish pit. **Warning**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in bar cooler containing potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food. Banquet room. Cooler has cream for drinks. **Warning**
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In dish pit. Clean dish area. **Warning** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Shrimp and beef in walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Fruits for drinks at upstairs bar.lid closed by employee. **Warning** **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - No vacuum breaker on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Downstairs bar on triple sink. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lettuce 60°F in lettuce cooler near rice cooker on cook line. tomato 49°F, tuna salad 51°F, lettuce 52°F, salsa 50°F in open make table near hand sink in back of kitchen. Ice put on items in make table. Lettuce cooler plugged in - unit was unplugged. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in cold holding drawers. Raw chicken over raw fish in reach in cooler on make line. Drawers next to exit of kitchen towards dish pit. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dishes piled on hand sink in dish pit. **Warning**
  • 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. Lettuce cooler on cook line and make table on cook line in back of kitchen. **Warning**
08/26/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In seasoning in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored under cutting board in kitchen.
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On metal by serving window. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Upstairs bar.
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On food containers over prep station in kitchen.
  • Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to cutting/shredding. Avocados in kitchen.
  • High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Fruits in tray at upstairs bar. Lid closed by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. On prep table near salad station. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Some on 2/8/14
4/1/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bulk spice
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On cutting board
  • Basic - Employee used food thermometer to measure food temperatures without first cleaning the thermometer.
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Knife on magnet
  • Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil.
  • Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Apron on cutting board
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. Wine bottles, soda gun hose **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Produce with mold-like growth. One red pepper **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Small flying insects in bar area. One, by garnishes
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Utensils/tray in sink by dish machine **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Rinsing mushrooms
11/22/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/8/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In clean dish area.
4/8/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Containers wet nesting on storage rack in dish washing area. **Warning**
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a manner consistent with the food code. Scoop without handle in salt at cook line. Corrective action - discarded. **Warning**
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by pans being stored on top. **Warning**
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. Tongs on fryer handle. Corrected on site. Moved. **Warning**
  • Critical - Nonexempt fish has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be served cooked or discarded. Grouper and mahi offered undercooked per menu. Need proof fish are farm raised and pellet fed. **Warning**
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Bottom of reach in cooler behind downstairs bar. **Warning**
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Jug of frying oil, at cookline. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Clarified butter 105?f in front of grill at cookline. Corrected on site - reheated to 165?f. Put on time control. **Warning**
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. Left and right side of splitter at spigot next to ice machine. **Warning**
11/13/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. orzo tightly covered in walkin cooler Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. clarified butter, near flat top grill, 91'F Corrected On Site. reheated. to be kept at 135'F or above
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in bar area. in banquet bar Repeat Violation.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. ice cream scroop in dipper well
5/23/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Sanitizer bucket, 1st floor bar less than 50 ppm.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Repeat Violation.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Panko crumbs. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Throughout establishment.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Lids on pastas in walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Walk in freezer.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. Cutting boards throughout establishment.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food items. Backpack on top of baking sheets. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. On cook line-seafood over ready to eat. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in bar area. 1st and 2nd floor bars.
8/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Wet nesting.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Flour. Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Dry storage.
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Dishwasher going from handling dirty dishes to clean dishes without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Beef over cheese on cooks line. Corrected On Site.
2/17/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/2/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. OLIVE JUICE
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. BEANS NOT COOLED USING CHILL STICK
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. BEANS AT 50 IN WALK IN COOLER Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW HAMBURGER IN WALK IN FREEZER ABOVE BREAD
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. NO HANDLE ON SCOOP FOR SESAME SEEDS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. CARROTS Corrected On Site.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. PLASTIC CONTAINERS CHIPPED
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. ICE CAM FREEZER UNIT
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. EXTERIORS OF BULK CONTAINERS AND SHELVING IN STORAGE
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. STACKING WET DISHES
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. BAR
  • Critical. Backflow preventer missing at hose bibb. OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed small flying insects in bar area.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. SUNGLASSES ON COOKLINE Corrected On Site.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
9/20/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS DRESSING AT 50 F AT PREPLINE MAKETABLE . Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. CHEESE SOUP AT 50 F-60 F IN WALKINCOOLER (OVERNIGHT TEMPERATURE ) ( SEE STOP SALE) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. LABELS STUCK ON AVOCADOS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. ITEMS IN WALKINCOOLER Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. NUMEROUS BOWLS USED AS SCOOP Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. TONGS OVER OVEN HANDLE Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. NUMEROUS CRACKED PLASTIC CONTAINERS
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. TORN WALKINCOOLER CURTAINS
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. RUSTY SHELVEE ON PREP CART BY OFFICE
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. AT BAR
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. HOODFILTERS
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. ITEMS NOT INVERTED Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. STANDING WATER IN REACHIN FREEZER
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. NUMEROUS BAR STATIONS Repeat Violation.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. STOREROOM BY BREAD COUNTER
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. EMPLOYEE BAG/ CLOTHES Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. IN BANQUET ROOM Repeat Violation.
1/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored in undrained ice. ICE IN ICE COOLERS -OUTSIDE
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. POTATOES UNDER PLUMBING IN KITCHEN. MOP HUNG OVER ICEMACHINE LID . Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. FOODS ITEMS AT BAR WITH INADEQUATE PROTECTION Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. ITEMS IN WALKINCOOLER/FREEZER Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. BOWLS AS SCOOP -NUMEROUS LOCATIONS Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. NUMEROUS BULKFOOD CONTAINERS Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. TONGS OVER HANDLE Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. KITCHEN
  • Critical. Observed employee with open sores/cuts/burns handling food. EMPLOYEE WITH DRY SKIN CONDITION ON ARM . INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION DURING FOOD PREPARATION Corrected On Site.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. WORN BRUSH IN KITCHEN . NUMEROUS CHIPPED .CRACKED PLASTIC FOOD CONTAINERS. WORN STRAINER Corrected On Site.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only. MISSING HOODFILTER
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. Repeat Violation.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. CLEANED PLATES NOT INVERTED - BANQUET ROOM AND OUTSIDE ON CART.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. NO LID ON CUP DISPENSER AT WAITSTATION Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. BLOCKED BY UTENSILS /CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN HANDSINK Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. AT BANQUET ROOM HANDSINK Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. KITCHEN HANDSINK Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed personal care item stored WITH food. EMPLOYEE BAG OVER BREAD Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. LIME CONTAINERS ABOVE FOOD AT PREPLINE , SANITIZIER OVER FOOD AT WAITSTATION Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
8/5/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/27/2009Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
No report available. 1/30/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 1/26/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 8/20/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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