Golden Corral Buffet & Grill, 700 S Parrott Ave, Okeechobee, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 700 S Parrott Ave, Okeechobee, FL 34974
License #: 5700598
Total inspections: 21
Last inspection: 5/7/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.on handsink at waitstation
  • Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom.at walkin cooler n meat room old food lodged in deteriorating wall , foul odor on cooler. At kitchen areas where water is abundant causing wall deterioration , food debris lodged in wall area
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.in grout lines
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.
  • Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.grout lines are receeded and floors cannot be squeegees out because water and food particles remain in grout lines. Very deep lines on prep areas and kitchen and walk in cooler.
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.old food trapped in grout lines in walkin cooler, foul odor present
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.box of frozen chicken in walkin freezer **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.box of frozen corn on cob, opened not re wrapped **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.observed wet dirty wipe cloth stored on cardboard box in dry storage area **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands.observed dishwasher scrub dirty pots then walk to dish machine rinse hands in sanitizer bucket and proceed to put away clean dishes **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.around ice cream dispenser
  • Intermediate - Employee trained using a state approved in-house training program not performing their work duties in a manner consistent with the Food Code requirements. No date of birth
5/7/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation / 3 bay sink exposed to splash. Observed drying rack/ clean dish storage on open shelving up against dirty end of 3 bay sink , observed old food splash on racks and cleaned dishes stored on shelving, observed dirty soapy water splashed on cleaned dishes stored on bottom rack, need splash guard all the way down the rack.
  • Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area.fruit cardboard shipping crate on table with open ready to eat foods cardboard on contact with open foods and equipment **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.observedvdeli papers placed open and on top of fresh strawberries cardboard crate , papers to be used in prepping lasagna in contact with open foods **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination.observed ice cream machine with lid not completely on food inside exposed to customers at self serv buffet **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to being blocked by garbage can and sanitizer buckets at back wait station
  • Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.no date of birth and training dates, information spread out through computer program not all in one place
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.at front buffet Ine
2/27/2014Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • 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 - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.food and water on floor in walkin cooler , smell of sour food in cooler
  • Basic - Food stored in dry storage area not covered.sugar not closed, margarine container incovered
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.observed ribs at 75°F to 91 °F on hot hold unit manager discarded voluntarily.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/with ready-to-eat food in walk-in freezer _ not all products commercially packaged. Copen package of raw chicken with open package of cooked shrimp on same box
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.picked up plastic bag from floor then touched clean equipment without changing gloves and washing hands
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.ice cream dispenser behind labels
11/5/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.lower shelf at dessert prep table. Onsideplasticwrap dispenser at vdessert prep area.
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.serv response at corner storage bins no all inverted **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.racks of glasses stored inn contact with. Ravage a at wait station and desert stations. Reside handsink **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Drain cover(s) missing.at kitchen beside rotisserie
  • Basic - Thawed portions of ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit while being thawed under running water.ob served thawed fish pan delivered o walkinafterthawing at 51°F. Manager voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Black eye. Peas and bush baked beans in can storage, dented not segregated, may not. Use. Managersegregayedfor driver pickup
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance above around ice cream dispensing nozzles.
6/20/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.serving utensils at side stored in container fcs up, handles down must touch fcs to retrieve
  • Basic - Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash.observed unwashed vegetables stored in splash zone of handsink at vegetable wash.,, observed paper packages in plastic sugar , stored in splash zone of handsink, water visible on plastic outer cover **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in floor soiled.food debris under shelving, foul odor in walkin.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination.no utensils provided for pastries/ cookies observed customer pick up cookies with bare hands **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.raw shell eggs stored over ice cream pouches in walkin cooler **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.black at dessert station
  • Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap easily
3/8/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.meat fork in pitcher of water at grill area **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.green bean seasoning consisting of ham cubes stored on counter at prep table , discard after 4 hours, keep in cooler when not in use. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.maccaroni in warmer at 126?F reheat to 165 before sending directly to buffet **Corrected On-Site**
1/25/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.pizza prep table doors not fitted unable to hold potentially hazardous foods at 41 degrees F May not be used to cold hold until able to hold foods at 41 degrees F May use time as a public health conrol 4 hours. Corrected On Site.foods voluntarily discarded
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.observed old used cardboard egg flatts stored on top of taco shells Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.twist off drink located in storage over open food/raisens Corrected On Site.
9/28/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.on areas of slicer
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner.2 bags of chicken thawing on meatroom counter Corrected On Site.
  • Observed unnecessary persons in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area.Observed non employee minor walk through kitchen and into walkin cooler at kitchen. Corrected On Site.
6/25/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination.Observed splash guard not protecting top of chocolate fountain at buffet
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.pastrys stored on speed rack in splash zone of handsink at pastry. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.coffee poured in handsink at back waitstation Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food.Spray cleaners stored over onions at vegetable wash station Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.ice cream machine covers not tight fitting.
  • Observed wall in disrepair.door glass cracked
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product.ripped bag of flour at storage, 2 cans baked beans dented at storage Corrected On Site.voluntarily discarded by manager
4/24/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed coffe cups stored in splashzone of handsink at back waitstation. Corrected on site.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single service not properly stored. Observed cold retaining storage pans for sald bar stored in walkin freezer above contamination from raw meant on open shelving above. Corrected on Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Corrected on Site
10/21/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.fresh vegetables stored in splashzone of handsink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.observed cups,lids,straws at waitstation stored under handwashing sink handtowels, not protected from splash when reaching fir towels. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Thermotape failed to turn black to indicate that the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface. Corrected On Site.
3/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.cooked roast beef stored on top of and touching box of raw meat. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink.used 3 bay instead of handsink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.dishwasher after loading soiled dishes into dishwasher dipped hands in 3 bay rinse and sanitizer , then began to unload clean dishes Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.observed old labels marked sugar on sunflower seed at dry storage. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.boxes of vegetables stacked in front of handsink at prep area.
  • Observed inside/outside of dumpster / compactor shute not clean.
  • Critical. License expired within 30 days after expiration date.
12/17/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit.prime rib and chicken at meat station Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.brown powder at dessert station.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.food scales rustybwith peeling paint at raw meat center.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.rusty paint peeled on meat grinder at meatbstation.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.observed yeast kept in beverage glass with glove over top. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of pink slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.observed 2 containers of syrup in dry storage covered withfood debris . Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.food residue on meat slicer housing
  • Critical. Observed live fly larva in storage/hotwater heater room beside trash compactor room.. small puddle of water standing on floor at edge of drain .approx 5 live and 10 dead larva. Corrected On Site. washed down roomvwith scalding water.
11/1/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.observed employee working with containers of fish and chicken in same sink at same time then reliding anstacking containers of chicken on bottom of fish. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment.observed pizza paddle stored between equipment , and within splash zone of prep sink, observed dust and food debris on paddle and in crevice where stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.observed grill cook take old utensils and pans from serving line andbthen get foodbfrom warmer, unwrap andvadd to line w9thout washing hanes and changing gloves Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.observed metal pan with old food debris in clean dishrack
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with food deposits.,meat tenderizer utensil at meat room.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.wet nested lexan pans at dishrack
9/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.shaker container at dry storage white powder no label
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.observed fly attracting/killing light installed above drink station-possible cross contamination of drink ice open drinks clean equipment with bugs when zapped
  • Critical. Displayed food not properly protected from contamination.observed customer put food from plate in her mouth then reach into lemon bowel with bare hands twice 60 retreive lemons-salad bar operator did not notice when told -items were removed and discarded Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee throw whole plastic bag of onionrings into fryer then pull bag back and dump onion rings out-observed plastic bag searvto the fryer basket -employee then dropoed basket with bits of plastic into grease with onion rings inside-possible contamination with plastic particles to grease and onionrings
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.pitcher and utensils in handwashing sink at meatroom Corrected On Site.
2/26/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.white powder/brown powder at dry storage
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.chicken on buffet not held to temp of 135 or more
  • Critical. Observed employee switch from working with raw foodthen hadle clean equipment without washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands.observed staff wzsh hands in cold water at restrooms
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair weight scale in meat room rusted
  • Critical. Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on weight scale at meat cut room
  • Critical. Hot water not sufficient temperature of 100 degrees at employee hand wash sink in women's restrooms .
1/27/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • 8 08A-20-1 customer past sneezegaurd
7/10/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice). Corrected On Site.food discarded
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 7 days -meatloaf - Corrected On Site.discarded by mananger
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.observed noodles marked with 2 date stickers-serve by Sunday and served by Wednesday. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.pork ribs in walkin cooler -operator states cooked last night tep found at 47 degrees F Corrected On Site.discarded by management
  • Critical. Displayed food not properly protected from contamination.observed customer step around counter and self serve soup at buffet at location not protected by sneeze gaurd
  • Critical. Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Corrected On Site.to 200ppm
  • Critical. Dishmachine not at proper minimum temp-strip did not turn black-gauges read 120 not 160 at wash temp and 175 not 180 at rinse This violation must be corrected by : 7/9/09.continued with hand sanitization until dishmachine is corrected
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.on paper towel dispenser at handsink in kitchen
7/8/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 2/13/2009Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/8/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/11/2008Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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