Firehouse Subs, 1420 Capital Circle Nw, Tallahassee, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: FIREHOUSE SUBS
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1420 Capital Circle Nw, Tallahassee, FL 32303
License #: 4703094
Total inspections: 21
Last inspection: 09/08/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee at cookline without any type of hair restraint.
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked clean dishes on shelf over 3 compartment sink.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.observed n middle door of 3 door reach in cooler near front counter.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear substance in unlabeled spray bottle at counter below registers.
09/08/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. One chicken breast in cook line cooler at 47° F, discarded by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
4/16/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
11/25/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Make line middle door.
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles.
7/16/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
4/30/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Cutting board on trash can.
  • 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 - Accumulation of encrusted food debris on/around toaster.
  • Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
1/22/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 14-27-1 Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Violation: 30-02-1 Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Violation: 51-11-1 Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
8/8/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. This violation must be corrected by : 8-8-12.
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. EMPLOYEE DRINK IN COOLER WITH CUSTOMER FOOD
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. WILL NOT DISPENSE
  • Critical - Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. This violation must be corrected by : 10-7-12.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. MEATBALLS AT 53F. This violation must be corrected by : 8-8-12.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. MUSHROOMS AT 50F. This violation must be corrected by : 8-8-12.
  • Critical - Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • 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.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
8/7/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands. USED SANITIZER ONLY
5/15/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. BEEF AT 44 F Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. POULTRY AT 44 F Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. SAUTEED GREEN PEPPERS AT 48 F Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed spice bottle encrusted with old food.
1/31/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water.
9/13/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed in-use utensil knives not washed ,rinsed , and sanitized every 4 hours.
  • Observed rust build-up on nonfood-contact surface of prep table shelf.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. COMET stored above food products. Corrected On Site.
2/3/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of food and the container. Sugar.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Observed interior of toaster soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Corrected On Site.
8/25/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Shelf above rear handwash sink.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times; blocked by produce delivery. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed small flying insects in three compartment sink area.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
5/24/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. Vise grip used on slicer in place of knob.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Shelf above handwash sink.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb at mop sink after Y connection on green hose side. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed small flying insects in soda fountain area.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Gap at rear kitchen exit.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. Fan cover above water heater.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust; coat rack.
2/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 30-02-1 Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb; after Y connection on green hose side.
12/21/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup around lip of ice chute at soda fountain.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Shelves and rack above three compartment sink have old insect feces speckled on them.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Vegetable corer wedged between rack and wall.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb; after Y connection on green hose side.
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory by three compartment sink.
  • Critical. Observed small flying insects in three compartment sink area.
  • Critical. Observed the presence of insects; earwigs and ants by three compartment sink.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved; tile along three compartment sink wall is separated from wall.
  • Critical. Observed unused opening in panel box unprotected. For reporting purposes only. Repeat Violation.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • 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.
10/19/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/7/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 5/5/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 12/17/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/21/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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