Alexico, 7901 Ulmerton Rd, Largo, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Alexico
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 7901 Ulmerton Rd, Largo, FL 33771
License #: 6215115
Total inspections: 19
Last inspection: 6/9/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment. In dry storage area.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Tea stored on floor in walk in cooler.
  • Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Reach in freezer consation dripping on food prep area. Two reach in coolers in front area of restaurant one by drive through the other holding milk have standing water in them.
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored with or above food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Lunch box and purse stored with bread.
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Large ice machine gaskets are torn
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid and flies around dumpster.
  • Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water tank leaking water.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in freezer gaskets. By fryer.
  • Basic - Under ice bin in front lobby area soiled with accumulated black like mold substance.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table by to go boxes.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food storage area. Fruit flies in dry storage area.
  • High Priority - No vacuum breaker on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At mop sink.
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food. Glass cleaner spray stored on top of coffee machine.
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Biscuits and ham.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. By three comp sink. Blocked by cart and garbage can.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By front cash registers. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Ham and sauces opened and not labeled.
6/9/2014Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.(throughout)
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area.(cell phone on top bag of sandwich wraps)
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on ice machine in poor repair in poor repair.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.(hand sink in dish area)
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer.(pies )
  • Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.(sanitizer bucket in front area less than 50ppm of chlorine)
  • High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.(cream cheese, yogurt, milk, dairy products in front up right reach in cooler at 44-46°f, products moved to working cooler) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit.(in salad cooler next to fryers)
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves.(working with French fries)
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.(hand sink in dish area blocked by dish ware) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.(build up of water inside reach in beverage cooler in drive through window area)
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.(coffee area handwash sink)
  • Intermediate - Wash solution in three-compartment sink less than 110 degrees Fahrenheit.(found at 99°f)
4/16/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of debris on the floor under shelving. Dry storage area
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment. Behind drink station, drive thru area
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. Sealed cases of Happy meal cartons
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Case of raw shell eggs
  • Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Ie forming on bottom of exterior of Wall mounted freezer next to fry station, dripping onto wiping cloth buckets and floor
  • Basic - Interior of ice machine with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler floor soiled. Debris under racks
  • Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Measured 0ppm. Recheck 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris on food-contact surface. Font of milk dispenser
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by bun racks **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food debris , dehydrated onion, in handwash sink, dish washing area
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
10/30/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/26/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area. Cups , dry storeroom **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Cell phone , keys **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. Raw burger patties , mop sink **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dishwashing area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor in dry storage area. Sleeve of ndwich boxes, **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cook line **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Measured at 0ppm, recheck 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. Expired 05/08/2013 26 Aug 2013 **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensil in handwash sink , dishwashing area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Multiple locations **Corrected On-Site**
6/24/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Rack of bagels placed directly on floor during restocking/ rotation
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor in kitchen. Bundle of wrapped straws in sealed bag **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Small 'sugar' ants, handwash sink, front line
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of debris milk dispensing nozzle/equipment.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensil in handwash sink, dishwashing area **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Cook line
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Multiple locations: front line, cook line , Dishwashing area
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Handwash sink, cook line
2/1/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. wet tray lying directly on top of packages of tortilas Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. cook line Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. dispenser jammed - dishwashing area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. missing from both restrooms Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. cook line
  • Critical - Observed location of designated employee eating, drinking, or smoking area causing possible cross-contamination. employee beverage stored inside freezer next to and above foodservice ingredients - bottle of gatorade brand inside freezer on cook line Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. sealed case of tray liners ; dry storeroom Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris behind cup storage racks; dry storeroom
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. cook line
9/20/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. dishwashing area
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. plastic lids in handwash sink - dishwashing area Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. drink trays Corrected On Site.
5/8/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. overhead freezer dripping onto rack containing McMuffins [in sealed plastic pkg] Corrected On Site. rack moved
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. rack of McMuffins located under dripping condensation of overhead freezer Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. misding from 3 locations Corrected On Site.all stations restocked
  • In-use microwave oven not meeting mandated safety requirements. fan cover missing - inside Qing oven Repeat Violation.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. door handle missing from Qing oven Repeat Violation.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. door misding from fry freezer ; covered with flattened corrugated box
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. jug of syrup - behind shake machine Corrected On Site. item removed from foodservice area
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with soil deposits. nozzle area of juice dispensing machine Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with soil deposits. front of milk dispenser Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. true cooler - drive thru area
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. cook line Corrected On Site. cleaned during inspection
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. case of napkins - dry storeroom Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. opened case of plastic tumblers - front counter Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. pack of cigarettes on bottom shelf of rack - drive thru area Corrected On Site. item removed
12/2/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use microwave oven not meeting mandated safety requirements. fan cover and door handle missing from Qing oven
  • Critical - Observed buildup of debris on condiment dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of debris on milk dispensing nozzles. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor. igloo beverage dispenser Corrected On Site.
  • Observed exhaust system operated with filters removed. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site. cleaned and replaced during inspection
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. wet towel in handwash sink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. ice cubes dumped into handwash sink - front line Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash aids at a non-handwash sink. hand soap dispenser mounter next to utility sink - McCafe station
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. spoons in cup of water 65 - McCafe station
  • Critical - Observed incorrect chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink chlorine test kit provided to check quat ammonium
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. Corrected On Site. cleaned during inspection
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. spray hose at 3 comp sink
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. quat ammonium sanitizer measured at 300 ppm recheck 200 Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. case of cups; happy meal bags Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
8/16/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. dishwashing area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handsink used for purposes other than the designated use. foodservice trays stored in handsink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of debris on condiment dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on ice dispensing chute - drive thru window
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. ice machine
  • Critical - Observed handwash aids at a non-handwash sink. hand soap dispenser on wall above prep sink
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. plastic drink cup used to scoop ice from bin [drive thru window] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw shells eggs on shelf above ham [cook lIne] Corrected On Site.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. bicycle in dRy storeroom
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
4/28/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food held using time as a public health control with no time marking. Food may not be served. shell eggs marked with 30 minute time marking placed back into refrig for future use. Unable to verify how many times product has been through temperature danger zone
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. raw shell eggs stored at room temperature on cook line with 30 minute time marking, then placed back into refrigeration Corrected On Site. stop sale issued
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ham 58 degr F [cook line] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw shell eggs 60 degr F [cook line] Corrected On Site. stop sale issued
  • Critical. Observed buildup of debris on condiment dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical. Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 'sugar ants' around & under Bun iced tea brewer Pest Control notified during inspection Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. behind grill station
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
1/7/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/8/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed handsinks used for purposes other than the designated use. rinsing towel in handwash sink
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink or for wiping cloths
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Quat solution measured at 0 ppm Corrected On Site. recheck
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of debris on condiment dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. Iced tea dispenser on floor next to washing machine
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. new mgr recently transferred - documents not at this location at time of inspection This violation must be corrected by : 10/08/10.
8/9/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.(raw shell eggs next to and touching ready to eat foods in walk in cooler)
  • Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands.(employee did not wash for 20 seconds)
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.(on freezer near cooks line)
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.(0 ppm in sanitizer buckets) (corrected to 100 ppm) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.(coffee area)
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.(near 3 compartment sink)
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.(coffee area) Corrected On Site.
4/7/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit.( thermometer broken on walk in cooler)
  • Critical. Observed employee switch from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands.(put raw beef on flat top grill then reached into container of onions without washing hands or changing gloves) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food preparation sinks, handsinks or warewashing machine used for purposes other than the designated use.(handsink used to fill up pitcher) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.( chlorine strips provided for wiping cloths, need quats test strips for warewashing)
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.(styrofoam trays not inverted on cooks line)
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.(faucet at handsink near cooks line and at mop sink)
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.(near 3 compartment sink and in coffee area) Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cardboard recycle dumpster containing garbage other than cardboard . (plastic fryer oil containers)
  • Critical. Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests.( approximately 7 small ants on wall near handwash sink)
11/20/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.(spoon in coffe) Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.(chicken nuggeg reach in freezer)
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.(food and frost build up in chicken nugget reach in freezer)
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.(at hot water heater)
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.(front area)
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.(near 3 compartment sink) Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
7/29/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/25/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/17/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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