Checkers #131, 6401 Park Blvd, Pinellas Park, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CHECKERS #131
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 6401 Park Blvd, Pinellas Park, FL 33781-3138
License #: 6211393
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: 4/11/2011

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • No Violations Were Observed
4/11/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Violation: 53A-01-2 Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 02/23/11.
2/22/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-29-1 Observed uncovered food in freezer between use.
  • Violation: 10-04-1 In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.
  • Violation: 13-03-1 Observed manager with no hair restraint.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-27-1 Observed fish / chicken storage drawers next to fry vat encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food / ice residue.
  • Violation: 23-03-1 Observed build-up of grease on hood filters above grill line.
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on kitchen storage shelves.
  • Violation: 29-18-1 Drain cover missing on canwash drain.
  • Critical. Violation: 32-15-1 No handwashing sign provided at men's restroom handsink used by food employees.
  • Violation: 33-16-1 Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Violation: 36-13-1 Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Violation: 36-14-1 Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Violation: 36-15-1 Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical. Violation: 41A-02-1 Observed toxic item stored by food.
  • Violation: 42-03-1 Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical. Violation: 46-09-2 Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Violation: 53A-01-2 Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 02/23/11.
  • Critical. Violation: 53B-08-1 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 : 02/23/11.
12/23/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in freezer between use.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.
  • Observed manager with no hair restraint.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed fish / chicken storage drawers next to fry vat encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food / ice residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters above grill line.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on kitchen storage shelves.
  • Drain cover missing on canwash drain.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at men's restroom handsink used by food employees.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by dead roach found next to fry vat. This violation must be corrected by : 12/23/10.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 02/23/11.
  • 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 : 02/23/11.
12/22/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/19/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in drive through kitchen cooler.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed fry vat drawers food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of ice residue.
  • Critical. Observed interiors of reach-in coolers soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters above grill line.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, grease or dirt on grill line shelf.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical. No handwashing signs provided in public restrooms above handsinks used by food employees.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Light not functioning above walk in cooler door.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. Clean and organize custodial closet in women's restroom.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 10/18/10.
8/18/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.[thermometers]
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Repeat Violation.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Repeat Violation.
3/5/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed employee with no beard guard/restraint.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.[exterior surface of walkin freezer and cooler]
  • Observed non-bagged garbage in dumpster.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed hole in wall.[large hole in mens restroom]
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.[walkin freezer ]
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
2/11/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 15-12-1 Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner.[hand towel dispenser not properly functioning ]
  • Violation: 15-32-1 Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.[Freezer ]
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.[WALKIN FREEZER]
8/19/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.[hotdogs] This violation must be corrected by : 8/19/09.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.[in between texting on phone ]
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner.[hand towel dispenser not properly functioning ]
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.[Freezer ]
  • Critical. Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink.[3rd compartment is in disrepair]
  • Critical. Observed leaking water dripping onto storage containers from pipes attached above shelf and 3cs. This violation must be corrected by : 8/19/09.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.[upright freezer]
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.[above 3cs]
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.[lids not inverted] Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law.[above 3cs] This violation must be corrected by : 8/19/09.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.[above 3cs]
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.[WALKIN FREEZER]
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • 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 This violation must be corrected by : 10/19/09.
8/18/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 4/7/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 4/7/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/9/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No report available. 10/7/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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