Caribbean Delites, 2920 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CARIBBEAN DELITES
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2920 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL 33612
License #: 3916386
Total inspections: 9
Last inspection: 4/19/2012

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.0ppm
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license.expired 2/1/12
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. handsink
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.dishwashing area Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.walk-in
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.barewood shelf in preparation area,unfinished edges at bar
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. preparation table shelves
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.cooks line
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.cooks line
  • Observed wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. 107 degrees f
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mopsink
4/19/2012Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.barewood shelves in bar
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.fryer ,hood filters
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises.1 dead under microwave
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed hole in wall. by preparation TABLE IN KITCHEN
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found 1 live by prep counter in kitchen
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in dishwashing area,preparation area.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
11/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/24/2011Complaint FullAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical - Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.employees Repeat Violation.
  • Exhaust system off during the operation of cooking equipment. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.dishwashing area
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.dishwashing area Repeat Violation.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.walk-in ,by backdoor Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. barewood shelves in bar Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.employees Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.cooks line shelves
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.dishwashing area
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical - Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. cutting onions ,potatoes Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets with food build-up.reach-in coolers
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. by 3compartment sink Repeat Violation.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. foil pansvwashed and reused
  • Observed single-use containers (boxes and/or cans) reused for the storage of food. plastic buckets washed and reused
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils.grease lightning on table with clean dishes in dishwashing area
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. soup,cooked meat in walk-in Repeat Violation.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation.
6/13/2011Complaint FullAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.walk-in
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 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. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Critical - Observed employee wash hands with no soap. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.2nd walk-in
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. 3compartment Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. line reach-in
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.walk-in
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
4/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/17/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Violation: 02-22-1 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Violation: 12A-02-1 Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.bar,kitchen ,dish washing area
  • Violation: 13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Violation: 14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Violation: 15-28-2 Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Violation: 17-07-1 No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Violation: 21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Violation: 27-04-1 Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.dish washing area
  • Critical. Violation: 27-16-1 Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. dish washing area
  • Violation: 29-08-1 Plumbing system in disrepair.drainage pipe on handsink in dish washing area
  • Critical. Violation: 32-02-1 Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.employees
  • Critical. Violation: 32-04-1 Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.employees restroom
  • Critical. Violation: 32-15-1 No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.bar,kitchen ,cooks line,dish washing area ,service area
  • Critical. Violation: 32-16-1 Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. bar,cooks line,dish washing area
  • Violation: 36-08-1 Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. dish washing area
  • Violation: 36-12-1 Floors not constructed easily cleanable.dish washing area
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.walk-in ,by backdoor ,dish washing area
  • Violation: 39-03-2 Exhaust system off during the operation of cooking equipment. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Violation: 47-06-2 Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only. dish washing area
  • Critical. Violation: 47-16-2 Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.bar
  • Critical. Violation: 53A-01-2 Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 12/08/10.
  • Critical. Violation: 53A-09-1 No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. This violation must be corrected by : 12/08/10.
12/9/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.fryer oil in kitchen
  • Critical. Observed nonready-to-eat food handled by employees without the use of gloves, deli paper, scoops, tongs or other utensils.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.bar,kitchen ,dish washing area
  • Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink.
  • Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Critical. Observed employee cough, sneeze, use a handkerchief or disposable tissue, use tobacco, eat, or drink then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.dish washing area
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. dish washing area
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.drainage pipe on handsink in dish washing area
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.cooks line blocked by reach-in
  • Critical. Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.employees
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.employees restroom
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.bar,kitchen ,cooks line,dish washing area ,service area
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. bar,cooks line,dish washing area
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Observed dumpster rusted out on bottom.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. dish washing area
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable.dish washing area
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Ceiling tile missing. by dish washing area
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.fan covering in walk-in
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.kitchen
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.walk-in ,by backdoor ,dish washing area
  • Exhaust system off during the operation of cooking equipment. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only. dish washing area
  • Critical. Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only.bar
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 12/08/10.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. This violation must be corrected by : 12/08/10.
  • 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. This violation must be corrected by : 12/08/10.
10/8/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • 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
6/16/2010Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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