El Nino Cafeteria, 7498 Nw 8 St, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: EL NINO CAFETERIA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 7498 Nw 8 St, Miami, FL 33126-2934
License #: 2315932
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 09/08/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Exposed studs/joists/rafters present in food preparation or warewashing area.
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
  • Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
09/08/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
  • Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Exposed studs/joists/rafters present in food preparation or warewashing area.
  • Basic - Food stored in dry storage area not covered.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Live flies in kitchen.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
2/6/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 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.
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area.
  • Basic - Exposed studs/joists/rafters present in food preparation or warewashing area.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Cut tomatoes cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
10/29/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by garbage can.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
6/27/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on handwash sink.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by garbage can.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
4/10/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification. OBSERVED FMC EXPIRED.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. OBSERVED MEAT IN WIC ABOVE 41 DEGREES.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. OBSERVED COOKED IN WIC NOT DATE MARKING.
10/31/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. REACHIN COOLER GLASS door cracked
  • Observed food debris accumulated on front counter floor.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 47 BLACK BEANS INSIDE WALKIN COOLER
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. BEEF OVER FISH INSIDE REACHIN COOLER
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
4/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Dumpster not on proper pad.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walk-in cooler.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Band saw
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.Bread storage box
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.prep area in front of walkin cooler
  • Observed worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.Cookline area
10/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.Band saw
  • Critical. Observed objectionable odors in mens bathroom.
  • Dumpster not on proper pad.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated dust.Kitchen area
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.Walk in cooler fans
1/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Shell eggs held in a unit maintaining an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.Walk-in cooler
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.Scraper handle
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.Kitchen area
  • Critical. Observed objectionable odors in mens bathroom.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Dumpster not on proper pad.
  • Critical. Observed non-service animals in the food establishment or on premises.Cat inside kitchen area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed storage of maintenance tools in areas that may result in cross-contamination.Shelving on front service counter.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
7/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner. CHICKEN AND BEEF THAWING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE ON PREP TABLE
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. WALK_IN 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. BEANS
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. WATER HEATER WITH RICE DEBRIS ON TOP
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
3/15/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. REACH_IN FREEZER
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. WALK_IN COOLER Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. CRACKING EGGS AND CONTINUE TO HANDLE RTE 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. RICE BIN
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. HANDLING BREAD IN BAR AREA Corrected On Site.
  • Wash solution not clean.
8/25/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/3/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/25/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 9/23/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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