Gyros & Seafood Express, 918 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Gyros & Seafood Express
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 918 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
License #: 6804127
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: 09/03/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling. **Corrected On-Site**
09/03/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • Basic - Walk-in freezer gasket torn/in disrepair.
4/2/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Three compartment sink exceeds chlorine 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
12/30/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open beverage on prep table next to bread. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Flour bin lid
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Produce with mold-like growth. Cucumbers in walkin cooler, discarded by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Intermediate - Ice chute on self-service drink machine soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime.
  • Intermediate - Pet dog permitted in outdoor dining area without local ordinance allowing pet dogs in outdoor dining areas.
  • Intermediate - Torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. Repackaged individual sauces in walkin cooler, damaged. Discarded by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
3/22/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/13/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Manager lacking current proof of Food Manager Certification and no one certifed at this location.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices.-gyro bin.
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification.
9/24/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
6/11/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license.-License expired 12/1/11-contact 850.487.1395 or go to www.myFloridalicense.com for payment instructions and information.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks and cracks on bu;k food bins lid and scoop.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle on sanitizer.
12/6/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks-bulk food bin lid.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
8/19/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice accumulated on walkin freezer floor.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottles.
5/13/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/23/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license.-LICENSE EXPIRED 12/1/10-call 850.487.1395 or go to www.myfloridalicense.com for payment instructions and information.
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust with front panel not on ice maker. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food box stored on walkin cooler floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water.
2/9/2011Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/11/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. Observed scoop for flour with broen handle.
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
6/22/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/16/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical. No Certified Food Manager for establishment.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification and no one certifed at this location.
  • 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. Provide dates on employees training certifications.
4/14/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.-bulk food bins.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable display cooler stand of raw wood.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees in kitchen.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable with tiles missing in walkin cooler.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
8/31/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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