China Super Buffet, 1038 Dunn Ave #003, Jacksonville, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CHINA SUPER BUFFET
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1038 Dunn Ave #003, Jacksonville, FL 32218
License #: 2613382
Total inspections: 23
Last inspection: 07/22/2014

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Inspection findings

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Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tank beside soda syrup rack at waiter station, Mgr chained the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. Reach in cooler across from Wok station and walk in freezer.
  • Basic - In-use rice scoop/spoon stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoop on prep table next to rice pots water temp was 110°F
  • Basic - Standing water in handwash sink/ handwash sink draining very slowly. Sink at sushi bar.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container with white powder on rack with other containers. Mgr stated that it was MSG. Mgr labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Sushi rice at sushi bar no time marking. Mgr stated that rice was just cooked at 12 noon and put time on chart **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over buckets of sauce in walk in cooler. Cook separated and stored items based upon minimum required cooking temperature. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler. Pan of raw chicken over pan of raw beef. Mgr separated and stored items based upon minimum required cooking temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in freezer - all products not commercially packaged. Pan of raw chicken over bag of shrimp in walk in cooler. Mgr separated and stored items based upon minimum required cooking temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tags
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. Sink at Sushi Bar had ice dumped in it.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Small plastic bowl in sink at sushi bar. Mgr removed bowl from sink **Corrected On-Site**
07/22/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean cups/glasses not properly air dried - wet nesting. Cups in wait station.
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans above triple sink next to exit door. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Pan of oysters in walk in cooler and 2 containers of fryer oil in kitchen 1 under the convection oven the other under wok station **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. Walk in cooler and reach in cooler across from wok station.
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food. Chicken in walk in freezer
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Through out kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over sliced ginger used for sushi bar in walk in cooler. Ginger was moved. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Cooler across from wok station. **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. 3 containers of chicken in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
2/13/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk container of corn starch. Item was removed **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In walk in cooler and on shelf of prep table
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans on shelf with dry goods
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Bottle of water above on shelf above prep table
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottle of water **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on shelf next to dry goods **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Bowl inside bulk container of corn starch. Item was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink next to walk in cooler
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food. Multiple items in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Across from Wok station
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. In walk in cooler. Broken eggs removed **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
9/10/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. FAN HANGING NEXT TO DISH MACHINE
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. TANK AT SODA SYRUP STATION
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. CONTAINER OF SQID IN WALK IN COOLER. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Clean cups/glasses not properly air dried - wet nesting. WAIT STATION **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. BOTTLE OF WATER ON SHELF WITH FOOD **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. HOUSEHOLD DRILL AND ATTACHMENT USED FOR MIXING FOOD.
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food. BAGS IN WALK IN FREEZER
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Cheese/milk/creamer/other dairy products cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CREAMER AT WAIT STATION 46?F, CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN, ITEM PUT ON ICE
  • High Priority - First aid supplies improperly stored. CAN OF CVS INSTANT BURN RELIEF ON SHELF ABOVE PREP TABLE **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored in food preparation area with potential to cause cross contamination. CAN OF DW 40 ABOVE HAND SINK NEXT TO WALK IN FREEZER **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. SINK NEXT TO DISH MACHINE
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Corrected On-Site**
5/6/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Fan covers in walk in cooler
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food. In freezer.
  • Basic - Shelf under preparation table soiled with food debris. Throughout chicken
  • Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces encrusted with soil deposits. Scoop in bulk container of flour. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink beside dish machine **Corrected On-Site**
1/3/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Hood filters.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. All prep coolers and walk in freezer. Repeat Violation.
7/26/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 23-07-1 Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. All prep coolers.
7/26/2012Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. 51-60 degrees.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized. Dishmachine
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Cloth towels under cutting boards.
  • Critical - Food from an unapproved source not discarded. Blue crab. Manager stated they get it from a local fisherman. No invoice available.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cloths in handsink, dishwash area.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Ice scoop.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner. Plastic bottle cut in half used as scoop.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.Before putting on gloves and handling food.
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Chicken cooling at room temp. 91-108f.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Jugs of cooking oil.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with scale and/or soil deposits. Dishmachine
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. All prep coolers.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumpsink
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Raw chicken over pork/shrimp walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.Workline
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef and noodles 57-61F. prep table /Reach in cooler
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Chicken in sink
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Shrimp
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Cookline.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present. No self closure rear door.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Egg rolls, meats, crab legs, walk in cooler.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Cardboard on shelf.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice). Beef 57f, Noodles 61.
5/21/2012Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/8/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods. Vegetables and fruit. COS
  • Observed bowls with no handle used to scoop bulk foods.
  • Critical - Observed container of creamers stored in drink ice at wait station. COS
  • Observed dust build up on walk in cooler vent fan covers.
  • Observed grooved cutting boards.
  • Critical - Observed in use fry badket with food in it sitting in a trash can to drain. COS
  • Observed in use tongs stored between oven and fry shield. COS
  • Observed jacket in box of noodles on reach in cooler. COS
  • Observed no hemilich maneuver choking poster.
  • Critical - Observed no proof of required employee food safety training provided. All training has expired.
  • Observed unsecured CO2 tank in dining room. COS
12/1/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions, LACKS KNOWLEDGE OF THE BIG FIVE EXCLUSION ILLNESS .
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location, BEVERAGE MACHINE DRAIN / WAITAREA .
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees, NEAR THREE COMPARMENT SINK.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine, PLASTIC PANEL .
  • Critical - Observed food container not properly labeled, TUNA .
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage, CAN FOOD WAS STORED IN.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit, EGGS BOILED DISCARDED ON BUFFET
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin, BEVERAGE MACHINE TOP REAR.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked, RIBS.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
2/27/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured, NEAR RESTROOM .
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions, LACKS KNOWLEDGE OF EXCLUSION ILLNESS .
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory, FRONT COUNTER .
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location, ICE SCOOP ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE . Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees, FRONT COUNTER .
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust, WALKIN COOLER REFRIGERATION VENTS ,
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit, SPOON IN WATER NEAR RICE COOKER.
  • Critical - Observed obstructed exits, stairs, hallways or egress. For reporting purposes only, NEAR RESTROOM / CONTAINERS, HIGH CHAIR , and 2 BIKES,
  • Observed personal care item stored with food, TOP OF LARGE ICE MACHINE .
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature, SHRIMP .
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination, CHOP STICK UNDER HANDWASHING SINK PIPE(ELBOW) / FRONT COUNTER .
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.CUPS.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled SANITIZER CONTAINER .
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
  • Critical - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination, ICE FREEZER / DINNING ROOM.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name, MSG. Corrected On Site.
1/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Corrected On Site. TOOK ALL FOOD OUT OF UNIT AIR TEMP 61
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food., IN THREE BULK CONTAINERS.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location, TOP OF ICE MACHINE .
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets, GRILLE AREA.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener, KITCHEN .
  • Critical. Hand sink missing at dishwashing machine or area.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions, DINNING AREA.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical. Observed obstructed exits, stairs, hallways or egress. For reporting purposes only, NEAR ROOM.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured, NEAR HAND WASHING SINK.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical. Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions, LACKS KNOWLEDGE OF EXCLUSION ILLNESS .
7/10/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk sugars Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef & leftover pasta Corrected On Site. owner iced pasta stated it was cooked 2hrs earlier and discarded 1 lb beef
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. shrimp
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. waitress station Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. dish area
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. On food shelves
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. clear substance by dish area hand sink Repeat Violation.
2/18/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/18/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/19/2009Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/19/2009Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Thermometers not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food, IN ALL BULK CONTAINERS
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location, TOP OF ICE MACHINE .
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit/ SPOON IN WATER.
  • Critical. Person in charge does not require employees to report symptoms of communicable disease.
  • Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Critical. Observed food employee touch bare body part then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food handle clean equipment or utensils, THEN TOUCHI CLEAN EQUIPMENT ,without washing hands.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage, 5 CONTAINERS WALKIN COOLER
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair, PAN IN WALKIN COOLER CHIPPED .
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets, NESR WOK AREA.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine, PINK SUBSTANCE ON BLACK PLASTIC PANEL .
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink, NEAR PEPSI REACHIN COOLER
  • Critical. Observed live flies in DINNING ROOM.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair, 5 TILES IN KITCHEN .
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle, NEAR HOTWATER HEATER) .
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical. Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions, OYSTERS TAGS 90 DAYS.
  • 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 : 12/17/09.
10/16/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 6/27/2009Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
No report available. 6/26/2009Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
No report available. 6/26/2009Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
No report available. 2/23/2009Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
No report available. 7/8/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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