Cheddar's Casual Cafe, 2655 Roosevelt Blvd, Clearwater, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CHEDDAR'S CASUAL CAFE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2655 Roosevelt Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33760
License #: 6216029
Total inspections: 18
Last inspection: 08/25/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • No Violations Were Observed
08/25/2014Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. Fryer station **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave handles **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Next to dumpsters **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Lexan container **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Dish room
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dish rack **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of water. Main kitchen/ prep area. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lexan lid **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Throughout kitchen **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in standing water. Shrimp **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Cooks line
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Servers salad reach in cooler
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Beer and meat cooler shrimp not covered.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer. Pasta
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Meat and beer cooler
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - walk-in freezer floor soiled.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area. In servers station under ice station
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Rice 46°F, operator discarded item at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse.cooked pasta 54°F
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. Servers station
  • Intermediate - Hot water at handwash sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. At bar 80°F **Admin Complaint** **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Servers salad reach in cooler
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food wrapped in plastic wrap/placed in closed plastic bag while cooling.cooked pasta 54°F
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers. Brown sugar bulk bin
5/30/2014Complaint FullAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Behind microwave and cooks line.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. Fryer station
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Catfish. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Silver pots at salad station
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dish room rack.
  • Basic - Floor soiled with water in front of dish machine
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
  • Basic - Floor under dishmachine or three-compartment sink area soiled. Under dish machine
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. Throughout kitchen
  • Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lexan container. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. Cooks line
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In dish room.
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In dish room on rack.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in freezer gaskets.
  • Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Pasta 45°F moved to walk in freezer for quick chill.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.chicken tenders 128°F, operator discarded at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Hot water at handwash sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. At bar
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with water at salad station
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers. Seasonings on cooks line.
4/16/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wash solution not clean.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
12/3/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed old food on food-processor blades hung on wall for reuse.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer. Observed bread pies and vegetables stored in walk in freezer uncovered.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling. Pasta in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Soil residue in food storage containers. Sugar bin in prep area.
3/29/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. grout in disrepair throughout kitchen
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. [setvice area]
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. manager arrived during inspection with valid card. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. on cookline
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. lid to bacon container broken
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. rusty shelving in reach incooler on cookline salad cooler
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. utensils broken, melted, cracked and damaged throughout kitchen
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. cookline cooler
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. whisk stored in water at 74 degrees
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. utensil board in prep area with whisk and measuring cups with old food stuck to them
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter on cookline Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. large platters in dry storage not stored inverted
  • Critical - Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. observed small flying insects in dry storage area. pest contol called during inspection and immediate service received during inspection
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. stored oil, soy sauce, and pepper containers missing lids.
  • Critical - Portable fire extinguisher not fully charged. For reporting purposes only. next to mop sink
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. broken backflow at mop sink
8/7/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. plastic food containers near three compartment sink
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. plastic foid container lids across from three compartment sink
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. ice machine
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw shell eggs over milk in walk in cooler
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. wait area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bins under prep table next to mixer
4/30/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cooked vegetables not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above...onions by flattop grill Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable...main cook's line-----broken floor tiles in front of broiler
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable...red plastic lid cracked--walkin cooler-cooked pasta. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory...handsink by dishwasher area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit...cooler at leftside of hotline---main cook's line Corrected On Site.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers...near hothold cabinet by drystorage room
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above...country gravy at waitress station Corrected On Site...reheated
11/1/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Damaged food not properly segregated. one severely ddented can [condensed milk] Corrected On Site. removed from inventory
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. interior of microwave [fan cover missing]
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. stand mixer blocking handsink
  • In-use microwave oven not meeting mandated safety requirements. fan cover missing
  • Critical - Observed buildup of debris on condiment dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda gun nozzle - bar area
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. pouches of ckd pasta stacked more than 4 inches deep Corrected On Site. volume reduced
  • Critical - Observed one severely dented can , condensed milk Corrected On Site. removed from iinventory
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. potato soup 45 degrF Corrected On Site. placed into freezer
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit - beef - walk in freezer Corrected On Site.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. knives
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk sugar bin
6/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Damaged food not properly segregated. one severely dented can - mandarin oranges Corrected On Site. removed from inventory
  • Critical - No proof of current 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. some training documents show expiration 2/23/11
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on Bunn margarita machine nozzles. bar area
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. pasta covered during cooling process [walk in cooler] Corrected On Site. uncovered
  • Observed food debris accumulated on floor. dry storeroom
  • Critical - Observed one severely dented can - mandarin oranges Corrected On Site. removed from inventory
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawing in standing water. ribs, fish Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw catfish on shelf aboved wrapped sandwiches Corrected On Site.
  • Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam, vapors in kitchen. dishwashing area
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk flour bin Corrected On Site.
2/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ckd rice with date mark 10/29 measured at 45 degr F [walk in cooler]
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. ckd pasta portions in individ baggies measured at 50 degr F [walk in cooler]
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. ckd rice in covered pans , date marked 10/29 measured at 45 degr F [walk in cooler]
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. plastic portion cups in use to dispense cole slaw, dressing 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. using plastic portion cups to dispense foods at salad station Corrected On Site. ladles put into use
  • In-use microwave oven not meeting mandated safety requirements. fan cover missing
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. plastic foid storage bin repaired with duct tape Corrected On Site. item discarded
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. measured at 0ppm [dishwashing machine] Corrected On Site. recheck 100ppm
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer. to be cleaned wit in 4 hrs of use Corrected On Site. cleaned during inspection
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. unwrapped straws placed into drinks with bare hands [wait station]
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. bar area
11/1/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.(near fryer station)
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water.(smoked sausage) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation.(mushrooms)
  • Critical. Observed employees using same utensil to handle raw poultry and raw produce. (fryer station using same tray for onions and raw chicken)
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.(croutons)
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.(battered raw shrimp then scooped flour with same gloves)
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical. Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.(0 ppm at 3 compartment sink)
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.(wet nesting and employee towel drying dishes)
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.(all handwash sinks at approximately 87 degees f)
3/5/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.(bulk food containers have worn off lables ) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.(cheese on expo line at 50 degrees , gave time as a public health control)
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method.(alfrado sauce and soup in walk in freezer above 100 degrees after 1.5 hours, all food iced down) Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.(gaskets on grill cooler)
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.(floor mixer)
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.(broken at mop sink) Corrected On Site.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food.(jacket on bread rack) Corrected On Site.
1/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.(raw shell eggs over dairy products in walk in cooler)
  • Critical. Observed employee switch from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands.(steak to bread with no glove change ir handwash)
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.(0 ppm) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.( throughout )
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.(faucet at mop sink)
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.(broken at mop sink)
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.(bar area)
9/25/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/19/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/28/2009Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/21/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 9/16/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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