Chevys Fresh Mex, 8191 Nw 12 St, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CHEVYS FRESH MEX
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 8191 Nw 12 St, Miami, FL 33126
License #: 2326071
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 11/06/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside salsa spices
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling. Inside room for employees only, where non food dry items are stored
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar and at hand wash sink near ice machine.
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in standing water. Beef
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor. Case of lids stored on floor inside dry storage room.
  • Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Also bottom part of holster missing as we'll.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles.
  • High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. Dish washer
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by garbage can. At bar
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At bar.
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
11/06/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • High Priority - Cut lettuce/cabbage/spinach/kale/chard cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • High Priority - Cut tomatoes cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Intermediate - Soda gun soiled.
3/20/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ceiling in disrepair.
  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of microwave.
  • Basic - In-use utensil not used with moist food stored in running water.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • Basic - High Priority - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
8/19/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Walk-in coolers
  • Basic - Clean knives/utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature gauge(s) on dishmachine.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Employee filled water pitcher/cup at handwash sink.
2/21/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. REACHIN COOLER DOOR BROKEN ON COOKLINE
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. FRONT COUNTER HANDSINK PIPES LEAKING
7/6/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. REACHIN COOLER DOOR BROKEN
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. MISSING and CRACKED TILES
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. HANDSINK BY COOKLINE
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. COOKLINE HANDSINK
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. POLE OVER PREPLINE
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair. BY MOP SINK AREA
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. WALKIN COOLER
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat.
  • Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. WAITER HANDSINK
  • Critical - Observed objectionable odors in bathroom.
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in bar area.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. HOT WATER KNOB HANDSINK ON COOKLINE
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. SANITATION LEVEL AT 0
5/21/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable.MISSING TILES AT WALK IN FREEZER
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.BROKEN TILES AT FRYER
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Improper sewage disposal at floor drains/sinks in kitchen and/or food preparation area.INSIDE ICE MACHINE
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical - Manufacturer's recommendations for the use of peracetic acid sanitizer not available for review .
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.walk-in cooler fan covers
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.HEAVILY
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • 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. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.ALL CUTTING BOARD AT HOT LINE
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.WASHING KNIFE Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.WALK IN COOLER VEGETABLE
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.DEGREASER
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Corrected On Site.
11/9/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment compartment not equipped to properly drain accumulation of moisture.Walk-in cooler
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Missing drain plug at dumpster.
  • Critical - Observed employee bathroom facility not clean.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor.Backdoor area
  • Observed grease accumulated on walk-in cooler floor under fans.
  • Observed improper storage of maintenance tools that interferes with cleaning.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Cheese at 46 degrees
  • Critical - Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease.Backdoor area
4/5/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored in undrained ice.
  • Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed employee with soiled clothing.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.Bar area
  • Observed soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
  • Observed sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil.
  • Critical. Food-contact surfaces not cleaned after being contaminationed.Cutting boards
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walk-in cooler.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.Bar area
  • Equipment compartment not equipped to properly drain accumulation of moisture.Walk-in cooler fans
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • Critical. No waste receptacle provided at handwash lavatory with disposable towels.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.Bar area
  • Critical. Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped insects in kitchen area light covers
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.Broken tiles in cookline area
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated soil.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.Walk-in cooler fan covers
  • Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only.
8/6/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on hot holding unit in poor repair. ALTO_SHAAM HEAT HOLDING
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
2/3/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. This violation must be corrected by : 2/3/10.
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. BLACK BEANS IN PLASTIC TALL CONTAINER. CHILL STICK RECOMMENDED Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. REACH_IN COOLER BY COOKLINE AMBIENT 80F This violation must be corrected by : 2/3/10.
  • Critical. Observed food employee with dirty apron. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on hot holding unit in poor repair. ALTO_SHAAM HEAT HOLDING
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. No waste receptacle provided at handwash lavatory with disposable towels. KITCHEN HANDWASH SINK
2/2/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. GREEN & RED PEPPER IN WALK_IN COOLER FROM YESTERDAY MORNING Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. REACH_IN COOLER BY COOKLINE
  • Critical. Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. NACHOS IN CONTAINER
  • Critical. Observed food employee with dirty apron. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on hot holding unit in poor repair. WARMER & BY COOKLINE REACH_IN COOLERS WITH WITH FOOD HOLDINGS Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No proper chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used for wiping cloths.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. TRAY COVERED WITH ALUMINUM FOIL USED REPEATEDLY FOR NACHOS IN OVEN
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. CUTTING BOARD
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. HANDWASH SINK Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. COOKING EQUIPMENT SUCH AS GRILL WITH SPLATTERED SAUCES AND REACH_IN FREEZER DOOR NEXT TO GRILL Repeat Violation.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. PLATES STORED ON TOP SHELF ( BY COOKLINE TABLE)
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. COOKLINE Repeat Violation.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. SODA SYRUP ON FLOOR IN LIQUOR ROOM
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. KITCHEN
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only. BY MOPSINK
  • Critical. Observed container of flammable material over 5 gallons stored in establishment. For reporting purposes only. BACK STORAGE
7/22/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/6/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/12/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 8/11/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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