Chicken Connection, 12801 W Sunrise Blvd #227, Sunrise, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: CHICKEN CONNECTION
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 12801 W Sunrise Blvd #227, Sunrise, FL 33323-4002
License #: 1621457
Total inspections: 21
Last inspection: 08/15/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed that a bowl is being used to dispense raw rice. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. Raw shrimp in the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Cooked meats or poultry hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Observed cooked chicken being held hot in a warmer with a temperature of 80-127°
  • High Priority - Cooked vegetables hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Plantains on the front counter. Plantains were rapidly re-heated to 180° **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler. Chicken over shrimp. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment. Observed tracking powder being used throughout the establishment.
  • Intermediate - Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Servers on the front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Employee with long fingernails working with exposed food, single-service items or clean equipment and utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of received potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled under the 3 compartment sink.
08/15/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/3/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/3/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Attached equipment soiled with accumulated food debris. Top shelves of prep tables in the rear area. **Warning**
  • Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 on a shelf support above the 3 compartment sink. 1 on a shelf under the front counter. 1 on the floor inside the walk-in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above the bag in the box rack. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 on the floor and walls by the ice machine. 2 in a breaker box outside the dry storage room. 1 on a prep table in the rear area. **Warning**
1/2/2014Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Coke cooler.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Cooked meats or poultry hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Chicken on the front counter., rapidly reheated. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cornstarch and water , placed in ice bath. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler. Chicken over swai. **Corrected On-Site**
8/7/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. By back door
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Vegetables
  • Critical - Observed person in charge allowing entry of unauthorized persons in kitchen. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Observed sponge used as a wiping cloth on a food-contact surface.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Mash potato can
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Pasta ,vegetables in walk in cooler
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. No handle on scoop
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket Corrected On Site.
11/20/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/1/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - 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. Cooked chicken nugget in walk in cooler-
  • Critical - Violation: 03B-03-1 Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Chicken at 96* F- Corrective action- Reheated and Deeper container-
  • Critical - Violation: 12A-16-1 Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Violation: 15-35-1 Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Shelve below prep table
  • Critical - Violation: 22-18-1 Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Violation: 23-05-1 Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Walk in cooler shelves-
  • Critical - Violation: 35B-05-1 Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present. Back door
  • Violation: 36-15-1 Observed food debris accumulated on under several equipments and dry storage floor.
  • Critical - Violation: 41B-03-1 Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Pink solution-
  • Violation: 42-06-1 Observed improper storage of maintenance tools that interferes with cleaning.
  • Violation: 42-11-1 Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • 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. Printed copy- This violation must be corrected by : 10/28/12.
8/29/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • 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. Printed copy- This violation must be corrected by : 10/28/12.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Shelve below prep table
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. Thirty dead roaches by coke concentrated/machine on the north side- This violation must be corrected by : 08/29/12.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on under several equipments and dry storage floor.
  • Observed improper storage of maintenance tools that interferes with cleaning.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Walk in cooler shelves-
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Pink solution-
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present. Back door
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Chicken at 96* F- Corrective action- Reheated and Deeper container-
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Cooked chicken nugget in walk in cooler-
8/28/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Corrected On Site
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers. In walk in cooler
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Chicken in ioven at 95* F- Corrective action - Reheated-
5/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. Inbcooked chicken Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw chicken in bread crumbs-at 53* F- Cootective action- Cooked-
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.Raw chicken stored over shrimp in walk icooler Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.Shelve by cooked rice Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. under had washing sink
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Cooked rice and pasta in walk in cooler Repeat Violation.
12/30/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Shelves in kitchen
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Walk in cooler shelves
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Walk in cooler
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. Under Hand washing sink
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Walk in cooler Repeat Violation.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.Walk in cooler - Repeat Violation.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation.
7/27/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. handsink blocked by 5 gallon containers of oil
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop stored on unclean box Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. sugar
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. handles of scops used to scoop various spices
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. various items
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. various items walk in cooler
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. ribs Corrected On Site. reheated
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. pasta Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. ribs Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation.
6/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name sugar and corn starch. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above, plantains 110 degrees. Corrected On Site. Management reheated.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area walkin,chicken. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food sugar. Corrected On Site.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment dirty under lid of reach in cooler.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine chlorine all strips wet.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle degreaser. Corrected On Site.
1/6/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name sugar and corn starch.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit RIC.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor water in dry storage.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor soda in hallway.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor chicken and ribs WIC.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area chilcken RIF.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area leftovers WIC.
  • Critical. Observed nonready-to-eat food handled by employees without the use of gloves, deli paper, scoops, tongs or other utensils handled scoop not out of flour or sugar.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable throughout.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Ceiling tile missing dry storage.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
9/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/27/2010Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Violation: 10-05-1 Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Violation: 53A-09-1 No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
6/16/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Cooked meats or poultry not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.Chicken Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Fish seasoning Corrected On Site.
  • 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. fish seasoning Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Bainmarie cooler in kitchen
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris under prep table.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • 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. Cannot show proof for all employees. This violation must be corrected by : 6/16/10.
4/16/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Carrots in walkin.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times blocked by tray. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed dead roaches on premises. Dry storage area.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.Fryer. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. Repeat Violation.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Repeat Violation.
  • 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
10/8/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 3/25/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/17/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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