Carving Station Buffet, 6418 Lake Worth Rd, Lake Worth, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: CARVING STATION BUFFET
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 6418 Lake Worth Rd, Lake Worth, FL 33463
License #: 6020539
Total inspections: 11
Last inspection: 4/17/2013

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

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  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. PURSE
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW CHICKEN STORED ABOVE COOKED FOOD AT WALK IN COOLER
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. **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. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
4/17/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Violation: 17-09-1 Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. QUAT FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
9/26/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. QUAT FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical - No monitoring of buffet/salad bar by employee trained in safe operating procedures. OBSERVED LITTLE KID TOUCHING TACO SHELLS and PLACING IT IN HIS MOUTH AND BACK INTO THE BUFFET CONTAINER. OPERATOR DISCARDED ITEMS. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. VENT BY BEHIND THE COOK LINE
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. 1 (PALMETTO) ON THE FLOOR_UNDERNEATH THE SODA MACHINE_SERVERS STATION _BUFFET AREA. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. 1 (PALMETTO) UNDERNEATH THE PREP TABLE NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER DOOR Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. 10 (PALMETTO) ON THE FLOOR DRY STORAGE ROOM_NEXT TO COOK LINE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. 2 UNDERNEATH MIXER PREP TABLE _PREP ROOM Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found 2 PREP ROOM _1 ON THE WALL BEHIND PREP TABLE and THE OTHER 1 ON THE FLOOR OF THE PREP ROOM Corrected On Site.
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. SERVERS STATION Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. EXAMPLE FLOUR BIN_SHELF UNDERNEATH COOK LINE PREP TABLE Corrected On Site.
9/25/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - FOOD NOT STORED IN A CLEAN AND DRY LOCATION THA TIS NOT EXPOSED TO SPLASH AND DUST. CONTAINER WITH COVERED CUT CABBAGE UNDER THE WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD, OBSERVED WATER DROPS UNDER THE FAN GUARD, THE ITEM WAS MOVED TO ANOTHER SHELF. COS
  • Critical - FOOD NOT STORED IN A CLEAN AND DRY LOCATION THAT IS NOT EXPOSED TO SPLASH AND DUST. CART WITH CUPCAKES, IN FRONT OF HAND SINK PREP STATION. NOTE: THE CUPCAKES WERE NOT EXPOSED TO WATER CART WAS MOVED IMMEDIATELY.
  • Critical - HANDWASH SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR EMPLOYEE USE AT ALL TIMES. CART WITH CUPCAKES IN FRONT OF HAND SINK PREP ROOM. COS
  • NO SUITABLE FACILITIES PROVIDED TO STORE EMPLOYEE CLOTHING AND OTHER POSSESSIONS. EMPLOYEE BACK PACK and GLASSES IN DRY STORAGE ROOM SHELF OVER FOOD ITEMS. COS
  • NONFOOD-CONTACT EQUIPMENT EXPOSED TO SPLASH/SPILLAGE NOT CONSTRICTED OF MATERIALS THAT ARE CORROSION RESISTANT, NON-ABSORBENT, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. WOOD SHELVING UNIT
  • OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WITH INFEFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINT. COS
  • Critical - OBSERVED EMPLOYEES USING SAME UTENSIL TO HANDLE RAW AND COOKED PRODUCT. EXAMPLE OBSERVED EMPLOYEE USING THE SAME FORK TO CARVE ROAST BEEF AND ROASTED TURKEY BUFFET. COS. ADVICED OPERATOR TO USE SEPARATE KNIVES AND FORKS FOR THE DIFFERENT CUTS OF MEATS IN THE CARVING STATION AREA. ROAST BEEF, TURKEY, BAKED HAM and CORNED BEEF.
  • Critical - OBSERVED FOOD STORED ON FLOOR. BOX OF BROCCOLI. COS
  • OBSERVED OLD FOOD STUCK TO CLEAN DISHWARE/UTENSILS.
  • OBSERVED SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES STORED WITHOUT PROTECTION FROM CONTAIMINATION. TO GO CONTAINERS ON TOP OF REACH IN COOLER. COS
  • Critical - OBSERVED UNLABELED SPRAY BOTTLE. 2 DISHROOM BLEACH and GLASS CLEANER. COS
  • Critical - POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD NOT HELD AT 135 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT OR ABOVE. GRAVY ON TIOP OF STOVE TOP SHELF LESS THAN 1 HOUR PER COOK. COS. REPEAT VIOLATION.
2/10/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/16/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. COLD WATER HANDLE AT COOK LINE PREP SINK _NOT WORKING CORRECTLY
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. EGG SALAD Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans. 1 CRANBERRY SAUCE CAN Corrected On Site.
12/16/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. EMPLOYEES BATHROOM
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. DIVIDER NEEDED BETWEEN PREP TABLE and HAND SINK_BAKERY PREP ROOM
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. "HOME DEPOT PAINTERS BUCKET USED AS AN ICE SCOOP Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. RAW CHICKEN OVER RAW MEATBALLS _WALK IN COOLER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. COOKED CHICKEN BREAST, and LASAGNA_WALK IN COOLER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. SUGAR CONTAINER _SHELF _COOK LINE Corrected On Site.
10/13/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/18/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. RAW CHICKEN OVER COOKED LEG OF LAMB_SPEED RACK WALK IN COOLER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. SANIBUCKET Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. ROASTED TURKEY _WALK IN COOLER _ Corrected On Site.
7/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cooked meats or poultry not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. 129f-COOKED CHICKEN _SHELF ABOVE THE STOVE_PER COOK LESS THAN 30minutes Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. BUFFET Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Inadequate number/capacity of hot holding units to maintain potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. FOOD ITEMS KEPT ON TOP OF SHELF_ABOVE STOVE TOP. Corrected On Site. ADVICED OPERATOR TO KEEP THE FOOD ON THE STOVE TOP/COOLER OR BUFFET LINE.
  • No plan review submitted and renovations in progress. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK MOVED TO THE END OF THE COOKED _ This violation must be corrected by : 07-11-11.
  • 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 : 07-11-11.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. KITCHEN Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in a prohibited area. SPEED RACK WITH BAGS OF BREAD and MUFFINS IN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. SERVERS STATION Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen. APROX 4 PREP TABLE AREA.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.DISHMACHINE CHEMICALS CONTAINERS USED FOR THE STORAGE OF FOOD ITEMS. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. LOTS OF FLIES ON THAT AREA
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. PASTA SALAD _BUFFET_TOO MUCH PRODUCT and THE ICE MAKES CONTACT WITH THE BOTTOM OF THE PLASTIC CONTAINER. PER OPERATOR _3hrs. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.SERVERS STATION Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. SOUPS, BREADS, MUFFIN, ICE CREAM TOPPINGS This violation must be corrected by : 07-11-11.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. SUGAR_COOK LINE SHELF Corrected On Site.
5/10/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. ICE SCOOP _TOP OF ICE CREAM Corrected On Site.
3/17/2011Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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