Fred Cotten Barbeque, 2623 N Main St, Jacksonville, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Fred Cotten Barbeque
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2623 N Main St, Jacksonville, FL 32206-2945
License #: 2600252
Total inspections: 18
Last inspection: 2/28/2014

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Inspection findings

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  • 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. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. Under fryers.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In rear reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Fridge right next to restroom is not secured.
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket chlorine over 200ppm. Had manager make another bucket. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Chlorine sanitizer bucket over 200ppm
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. In rear by customer restrooms.
2/28/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on soap dispenser. Front hand wash sink.
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In utensils in water 68° by steam table.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. All list through out establishment.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Rear reach in cooler.
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Old food on knife rack across from three compartment sink.
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed at room temperature. French fries on table by fryers. Corrective action, had manager put ice on top.
  • Basic - Reuse of single-use articles. Aluminum pans reused on shelf and in reach in freezer.
  • Basic - Standing water in handwash sink/ handwash sink draining very slowly. Front hand wash sign.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together.
  • High Priority - Cut lettuce/cabbage/spinach/kale/chard cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut lettuce on table 58°. Corrective action explained time as public health control and wrote time.
  • High Priority - Live, small flying insects in food preparation area.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Sausage and ribs 135°-145° placed in warmer at 9:00 am, temperature taken at 11:25am
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in freezer. Raw ribs over cooked turkey. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. At front hand wash sink, mop sink, and by BBQ pit.
  • High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket was 400ppm. Front counter.
  • Intermediate - Cold water not provided/shut off at mop sink.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. When reheating food.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Sausage made at 9:00 am yesterday.
11/14/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food. Used to store meat in reach in freezer.
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in standing water. Turkeys in triple sink.
  • Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Men's room. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together.
  • High Priority - Establishment operating without a current license and with overdue fines. License expired 6/1/12. Contact Tallahassee at 850-487-1395 **Admin Complaint**
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All certificate for all current workers are expired.
4/11/2013Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/10/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's room, has one but is broken.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Front and kit hen. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by mop bucket. Kitchen.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product. Needs to read 0?-220?
  • Observed heavy grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. 27 dead roaches under cooking equipment and behind counter. Also, 45 dead roaches under chairs and tables in dining room. Worker cleaned up. 24 hour follow up inspection required per D. Bussell. **Repeat Violation**
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Knives on rack, kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Multiple in reach in freezer.
  • Observed single-use items stored on floor. Wood used in smoker on ground, in mop area.
11/30/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Behind counter. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - License expired more than 30 days, but not more than 60 days, after expiration date. 6/1/12
  • Critical - No chemical test kit used for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used for wiping cloths. Chlorine 400ppm. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Under cooking equipment, walls and exterior of reach in cooler/freezer.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach behind chest feezer, front counter, 9 dead roachs behind counter, 2 dead roaches under front cooking equipment. 1 dead roach under table, diner room, 1 dead roach by stool in dining room.Corrected On Site. All cleaned.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Gallon of oil, behind counter. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Handwash sink in front and in men's room.
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found 1 live roach behind counter. Corrected On Site. Killed on site.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine, 400ppm Corrected On Site. 100ppm.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Roach insectiside, behind counter next to utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Pans of pork cooked on Friday. Reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Sanitizer not used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Mixed with soap. Corrected On Site.
7/16/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions, REAR :
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site. REAR:
  • Observed FOOD DEBRIS accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils, REAR PREP TABLE :
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. REAR HANDWASHING SINK :
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor, PLASTIC WARE PACKAGE :
  • Wet mop not hung to dry, REAR:STORAGE ROOM :
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses, PREP TABLE : Repeat Violation.
2/13/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Drain cover(s) missing, NEAR FRONT COUNTER :
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions, FRONT HANDLE AFTER WASHING SINK Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory, MEN REST ROOM
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface, DEEP FAT FRYER: Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface, WIPING TOWEL ON CUTTING BOARD Corrected On Site.
  • Observed detergent and sanitizer mixed together improperly and used for wiping cloths, FRONT COUNTER
  • Observed establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface.:REAR HANDLE AFTER WASHING SINK :
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture., MEN RESTROOM HOT WATER
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in bar area,
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
11/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 32-16-1 Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Dish wash area.
  • Critical - Violation: 35B-05-1 Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present. Rear entrance door has gaps open to outside.
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Large pit in floor at cookline. Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 36-22-1 Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dry storage room.
  • Violation: 37-02-1 Observed hole in wall. Dish wash area. Repeat Violation.
5/19/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions. CFM unfamiliar with how to calibrate probe thermometer. Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Large pit in floor at cookline. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Food-contact surfaces in contact with potentially hazardous food not cleaned properly. Utensils rinsed without washing or sanitizing.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Dish wash area.
  • Critical - Observed black buildup in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed build-up of dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Fan in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Door to dry storage area.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on nonfood-contact surface. On walk in cooler shelves. On dry storage room shelves.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Steam well in front of microwave caked with old food build up.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. On equipment throughout cookline.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. Towel under cutting board and towel used as basting mop.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches in employee locker. Employee immediately swept up. 1 under triple sink. 1 under air handler. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. Microwave oven interior is severly rusted.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dry storage room.
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Sodas and food stored in ice machine. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Box of lettuce in walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. Weigh scale. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed hole in wall. Dish wash area. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Loose debris/rust along top. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Pipe in walk in cooler.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler shelves in poor repair/rusted. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Interior of reach in cooler near dry storage room.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine 200ppm in wiping cloth bucket. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Plastic utensils not facing same direction at front wait area. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. Old unused equipment in dry storage room.
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present. Rear entrance door has gaps open to outside.
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear entrance door. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Person in charge does not know the Big 5 Foodborne Illnesses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Sausage in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Reheated food for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Sliced pork reheated in steam table to 157'F (after 3.5 hrs.) Corrected On Site. Discarded.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. Mop sink.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
2/16/2011Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. NUMEROUS MEATS IN WA-IN COOLER
  • Critical. No approved probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. LEMONS AND SODAS IN ICE MACHINE 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 GARLIC CONTAINER
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. BBQ MOP Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. REFRIGERATION UNIT IN WALK-IN COOLER DRIPPING WATER Repeat Violation.
  • Observed detergent and sanitizer mixed together improperly and used for wiping cloths.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. ON SOME WIRE RACKS
  • Observed build-up of dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. FAN COVER IN WALK-IN COOLER
  • Critical. Mop/cleaning waste water dumped onto ground.
  • No mop/service sink installed/available at establishment.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. FRONT HANDSINK Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed dead roaches on premises. 1 ON FLOOR BEHIND ICE MACHINE
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by roach droppings found. SEVERAL ON WATER HEATER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. BACK DOOR
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 200ppm CHLORINE IN SANI BUCKET
  • Critical. No placard placed near Class K portable fire extinguisher stating the fire suppression system must be activated prior to use of the portable extinguisher. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only. LIGHT SWITCH NEAR BACK DOOR Repeat Violation.
9/27/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 14-32-1 Observed establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. butcher block Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 26-02-1 Observed reuse of single-service articles. Aluminum pans are burnt and soiled on the kitchen table; Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. over fry station; using automotive type lamp
  • Critical. Violation: 41A-02-1 Observed toxic item stored by food. multiple cleaning products are on the food shelf in the kitchen
  • Critical. Violation: 47-03-2 Observed unused opening in panel box unprotected. For reporting purposes only. kitchen area
  • Critical. Violation: 47-16-2 Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only. by the back door;
  • 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. Pro
4/16/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in soiled standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. by the pit
  • Observed establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. butcher block Repeat Violation.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. Aluminum pans
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. reusing grocery bags
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair Walk-in cooler fan unit is leaking water
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair surface rust on preperation table shelf; dish area Repeat Violation.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Empty pans on front counter, walk-in and
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave badly soiled. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with moldlike substance; 3 compartment sink Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. cup used to measure food with;on the kitchen shelf
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. by the bathrooms Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. kitchen hand sink Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. box of cups
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. in soiled container;on front counter
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. Aluminum pans are burnt and soiled on the kitchen table; Repeat Violation.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. kitchen hand sink drain slow
  • Critical. Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Little flying insects are in the dish washing area Repeat Violation.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. kitchen floor is rocky concrete
  • Observed debris accumulated on walk-in floor.
  • Observed hole in wall. kitchen wall Repeat Violation.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair. water dripping from ceiling ; by the back door;
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust; Walk-in cooler
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. over fry station; using automotive type lamp
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. multiple cleaning products are on the food shelf in the kitchen
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. on the kitchen floor; Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed unused opening in panel box unprotected. For reporting purposes only. kitchen area
  • Critical. Observed a splitter/multi-plug adapter in use. For reporting purposes only. by coffee urn Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only. by the back door;
  • Critical. Observed employees provided in-house training not performing their work duties in a manner consistent with the Food Code requirements. reheating temperatures 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
2/2/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/13/2009Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. white stand-up refrigeration unit
  • Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Multiple items in bulk ice machine;
  • Observed establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Butcher block
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Excessively dirt with old food particles Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. White stand-up
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. On fryer
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. On mop bucket;
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. In the 3 compartment sink
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Surface rust on preperation table shelf; dish area
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. Reused foil pans that are also badly stained
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. On the cook's line;
  • Critical. Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Both bathrooms
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. men's toilet not flushing properly
  • Critical. Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Around microwave Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed the accumulation of dead bugs in the storage rooms, behind stand-up freezer and refrigeration units
  • Critical. Observed the accumulation of dead flies (3) on top of refrigeration unit
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment and along wiring in front of the pit
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor. Preperation area floor has greese build-up under equipment and along the edges
  • Observed hole in wall. Kitchen
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical. Observed a splitter/multi-plug adapter in use. For reporting purposes only. Behind coffee pot
  • Critical. License expired more than 30 days, but not more than 60 days, after expiration date.
  • Critical. Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions. Health Exclusion Question Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Employees have not received training related to their assigned duties. Knowledge of reheating temperature
7/13/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/13/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No report available. 3/8/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 9/16/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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