Cafe Moka, 91865 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CAFE MOKA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 91865 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier, FL 33070
License #: 5428124
Total inspections: 11
Last inspection: 6/18/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
  • High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
  • Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
6/18/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station.
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. WIF
  • Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between shelving.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler. Eggs over sour cream
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
2/18/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • 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 - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • 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 has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions.
10/11/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Purses and other personal items.
  • Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gelato freezer door broken, cover being used is a retractable awning. Person in charge advised not to store any food until correct cover is installed.
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. Gelato reach in freezer.
  • Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Employee personal items stored on top of prep table next to microwave.
  • Basic - Server scooping/portioning food (other than ice and beverages) has ineffective hair restraint. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Drawer storing unwrapped utensils. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
6/28/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gelato freezer. **Warning**
4/12/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Spatulas on top of reach-in freezer. **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gelato freezer. **Warning**
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. Walk-in cooler **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Broom and dustpan in kitchen prep area. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution bucket stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. By coffee machine **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Food utensil container in drawer. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade guard soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
2/11/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.Bathroom.
  • Critical - License expired within 30 days after expiration date.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Reach-in display cooler where sandwiches are kept. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.Walkin freezer. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Backroom prep table. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed incorrect chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination.Sample mini spoons.
  • Critical - Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests.Ants in backroom prep table.
  • Critical - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water.Bathroom
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
10/16/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Kitchen Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Reach in display cooler where sandwiches are kept.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.Walkin freezer.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Silverware caddy
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Front handsink.
  • Observed hole in ceiling.Kitchen by ovens.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Creamers.Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.Meds in shelving area by microwave.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Squirt containers, front counter.
6/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • 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. Pro Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Critical - Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical - Observed employee use food thermometer to take food temperatures without first cleaning the thermometer. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.Bread boxes in walk-in freezer.
  • Observed nonfood-grade paper used in food storage.Paper napkins in lettuce bin.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Creamers Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.Opened Milk Gallons.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.Spoons.
  • Critical - Thermometers not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Corrected On Site.
1/30/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Commercially processed food not reheated to 135 degrees Fahrenheit for hot holding.
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.Bread
  • 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. Pro
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.Waitstaff
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.Walk-in
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.Personal items in food area.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site.
7/25/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - (A) a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT that PACKAGES FOOD using a REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING method and Clostridium botulinum is identified as a microbiological hazard in the final packaged form shall ensure that there are at least two barriers in place to control the growth and toxin formation of C. botulinum.
  • Critical - Employee training validation
  • Critical - Food management certification valid
4/21/2011Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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