Checkers Drive-In Restaurant, 853 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Checkers Drive-In Restaurant
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 853 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL 32065
License #: 2000758
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: 9/10/2013

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • No Violations Were Observed
9/10/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Drawer warmer not able to maintain PH/TCS foods at 135 or higher.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.cheese, Lettuce, and Tomato 65 on prep table in ice bath.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Chicken held at 117 in drawer warmer. Destroyed By Mgr.
  • Intermediate - Water filter not changed according to manufacturer''s instructions. Dated 12/4/10. **Repeat Violation**
8/26/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Ceiling tile missing over BIB drink syrup.
  • Basic - Drawer warmer not able to maintain PH/TCS foods at 135° or higher.
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Lack of toilet tissue in mens restroom.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Walk In Cooler, Freezer, and near buns in grill area.
  • Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - Toilet dirty in mens restroom.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.cheese, Lettuce, and Tomato 65° on prep table in ice bath.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Chicken held at 117° in drawer warmer. Destroyed By Mgr.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than hand washing. To store spray bottles. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at ALL SINKS in restaurant.
  • Intermediate - Water filter not changed according to manufacturer's instructions. Dated 12/4/10. **Repeat Violation**
8/19/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of mold-like substance on nonfood-contact surface. Shelving in reach in freezer on cook line **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Ceiling tile missing. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered. Reach in freezer **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Walk in
  • Basic - Objectionable odors in rear of kitchen
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Picked up item from floor **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Towel in sink
  • Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Some cards **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Water filter not changed according to manufacturerys instructions.
3/21/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Ceiling tile missing. multiple Repeat Violation.
  • Drain cover(s) missing. mop sink
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. shelving in walk in cooler
11/20/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Ceiling tile missing. multiple Repeat Violation.
  • Drain cover(s) missing. mop sink
  • Critical - Employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice bucket on floor
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. shelving in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. after coming in from outside Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employee switch from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. after putting burgers on grill Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. walk-in freezer, multiple
9/7/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Ceiling tile missing. Repeat Violation.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.ICE BUCKETS not inverted . Repeat Violation.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.GRILL SEASONINIG MIX large plastic container above grill area. Repeat Violation.
4/11/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.ICE BUCKETS not inverted water nesting present .
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.NEAR MOP SINK.
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.PREP EMPLOYEE and management wearing BRACELETS .
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.WALKIN COOLER.
  • Observed hole in ceiling damaged ceiling tiles ABOVE soda box station .
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.FOUND AMERICAN SLICED CHEESES held in sandwich unit at 54f (OVERSTOCKED) . Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.CONTAINER of seasoninig mix at flat grill top area.
10/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/28/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/28/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above, CHICKEN WINGS / HOT DRAW
  • 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, TOUCHING HAIR /PUTTING ON GLOVES
  • Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands, NOT USING PAPPER ROWEL TO TURN OFF FAUCET TO HANDWASHING SINK. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair, LARGE ICE MACHINE / PLASTIC PANEL FALLING DOWN.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine, PLASTIC PANEL .
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture, 3 COMPARMENT SINK.
  • Critical. Lack of signage properly designating bathrooms.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present, SIDE DOOR/ BOTTOM OF DOOR.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle, NEAR HOTWATER HEATER) .
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 2/18/11.
12/17/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. HOT DOGS, CHEESE IN WALK-IN COOLER
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. OPEN BOX OF HAMBURGER PATTIES IN WALK-IN FREEZER
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. NO HANDWASH AFTER TOUCHING BREAD RACKS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands. NO PAPERTOWEL USED TO TURN OFF WATER (EMPLOYEE)
  • Observed build-up of dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. FAN COVER IN WALK-IN COOLER
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. WALK-IN COOLER
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. NEAR ICE MACHINE
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust. NEAR WATER HEATER
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. KITCHEN AND WALK-IN COOLER
  • Critical. Hood fire suppression system pull station with an illegible inspection tag. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Incomplete 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.
4/30/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/20/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked, cooked burgers in walk in.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above, cooked onions. No room in steam table, put on grill. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • 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.
  • Observed gaskets with mold-like build-up, walk in.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical. No Certified Food Manager for establishment.
  • Critical. Food Service Manager not certified after 30 days of employment. M. Johnson not certified.
11/16/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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