Huddle House, 122 Pafford Rd, Lamont, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Huddle House
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 122 Pafford Rd, Lamont, FL 32336
License #: 4300124
Total inspections: 23
Last inspection: 07/10/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Build-up of food/debrisgrease on nonfood-contact surface. Observed on shelf under cookline and at the side of the reach in cooler near the fryers.
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container. Observed scoops within cheddar cheese and ham/pepper mix at prep area with scoop handles in direct contact with food products. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed metal tubes at front area containing styrofoam single service drink cups. Observed cups stored with customer contact area exposed and plastic bags over the tops of the reams of cups. Observed bag missing over one tube. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled. Observed walk-in cooler floor soiled with food debris: onions skins, eggs and broke eggs, butter pats, lemons, etc.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of mold-like substance on juice/drink dispensing nozzles/equipment. Observed black mold-like substance around orange juice nozzle at juice machine at front counter.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwash sink near dish area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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. Observed manager unable to locate certificate for Carolyn Dykes on shift at time of inspection and employed more than 60 days.
07/10/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal scoop cup with no handle in shredded cheddar cheese at cookline. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed metal sleeves of styrofoam cups at cookline with top cup not covered to prevent from possible contamination. Advised establishment to place tops on metal sleeves or to place plastic drink cup lid on top cup.
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed commercially processed canned italian green beans removed from original container in reach in cooler at cookline with no date mark. Manager disposed of beans. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. Observed SafeStaff training for Crystal dated 2/20/12. Observed Wanda on staff, employed since 12/27/12, and Whitney employed since 3/27/12 and neither with proof of employee training in food safety. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
3/12/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs then plate ready-to-eat toast without washing hands in between.
11/13/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Air conditioning vent cover has accumulation of mold-like substance. Vent cover near reach in cooler and tea machine. 4/24/13 **Repeat Violation**
  • 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. Observed soda cup on prep table in back kitchen area near 3 compartment sink with no lid. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Fan cover in reach-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. Near fryers in kitchen.
  • Basic - Gaskets broken and soiled with black slimy/mold-like build-up on chest freezer. 4/24/13 **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored with handle in contact with ice in ice bin. Drink station near coffee maker and convection oven. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle in contact with several items at omelette station. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Tube light over omelette station, toasters and microwave. 4/24/13 **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in an improper manner. Observed steak and diced ham thawed in sink with no running water. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in chest freezer. Biscuits. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - License expired within 30 days after expiration date.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food found greater than 47 degrees Fahrenheit but less than 70 degrees Fahrenheit more than six hours. Observed at omelette station shredded cheese at 60°, diced ham at 52° and sliced tomatoes at 46° out since about 6 am per manager on shift. Manager discarded items. See stop sale. **Corrected On-Site**
7/16/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Air conditioning vent covers had accumulation of mold-like substance. Over cook line.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting board by prep sink.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above cook line.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in freezer gaskets. Reach in chest freezer next to ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with slimy/mold-like build-up. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Carolyn Dykes 1/13/2009
4/24/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Observed wet nesting amongst pans stored above three compartment sink.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Located on main prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. Window cleaner stored next to drink machine. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Tomatoes in walk in cooler not date labeled, operator states they have been held more than 24 hours. **Corrected On-Site**
12/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - COOK CRACKED SHELL EGGS AND RETURNED TO FOOD PREPARATION WITHOUT WASHING HANDS - COS
  • Critical - COVER OPEN ON ICE MAHCINE IN PREP AREA - COS
  • Critical - CUP WITH ORANGE JUICE ON COUNTER BENEATH STYRO CUPS WITH NO LID - COS
  • KNIFE STORED ON DIRTY MAGNET
  • Critical - POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD COLD HOLDING AT GREATER THAN 41?F :HASH BROWNS AT 47?F IN MAKE TABLE FOR LESS THAN FOUR HOURS
  • Critical - SHELL EGGS STORED ABOVE PRODUCE IN WALK-IN COOLER
9/12/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. BETWEEN FRYERS
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. CABINET UNDER SODA DISPENSER.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. WAFFLE IRON
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. SWISS CHEESE
  • Critical - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Corrected On Site.
3/20/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/22/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation equipment; small ice scoops on drink machine grate.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 2-16-12.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
  • Observed build-up of dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface; walk in cooler motor.
  • Critical - Observed dented can of mushrooms in storage area.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice in ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods; shell eggs next to egg beaters in reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods; shell eggs over beef in reach in cooler.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair; delfield reach in cooler at front counter not being used.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair; no lock on ladies room small stall door.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination; cups in dispensing sleeves need cover on top.
  • Critical - Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
12/16/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/22/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Refrigerated cook line and reach in cooler below it. Repeat Violation. This violation must be corrected by : 4/22/11.
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner; reach in cooler shelves are rusted and flaking under front counter. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Establishment does not have a written copy of their approved Alternative Operating Procedure for bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food. This violation must be corrected by : 4/22/11.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
  • Critical - Observed an employee with nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Cooking with bare hands; establishment has an approved AOP. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, on nonfood-contact surface; between fryers and reach in cooler.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface; walk in cooler shelves.
  • Observed case of single-service to-go containers stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese, egg beaters, and mushrooms in refrigerated cook line.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Rusted and flaking shelves in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
4/21/2011Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over bbq pork in reach in cooler.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair; rusted and flaking shelves in reach in cooler under cook line.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Rusted and flaking shelves.
  • Critical. No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. Jacket on bread racks. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed lock on exit door that requires a key, tool or special knowledge to open. For reporting purposes only. Wooden door to walk ins with hasp lock.
12/14/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/1/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Please see inspection report for more details.
  • Critical. Please see inspection report for more details.
  • Critical. Please see inspection report for more details.
  • Critical. Please see inspection report for more details.
  • Please see inspection report for more details.
  • Please see inspection report for more details.
6/30/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
6/30/2010Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.onlons Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.DIRTY REACHIN COOLERS FRONT AREA
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.cup lids
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.EMILY ATKINSON This violation must be corrected by : 06/29/10.
4/29/2010Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items at cook line held over 41 F less than 4 hours. Moved to other units.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Cook line drawer and in use holding unit by cook line.
  • Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Rubber bracelet worn during food preparation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Alternative Operating Procedure for bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food not reviewed annually.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Rusted, flaking shelves in walk in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface under grill.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Rear door is rusted and has gap at threshold.
  • Critical. Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed.
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.
2/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.walkin cooler
  • Light not functioning.walkin cooler
10/8/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/29/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/29/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 2/5/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 7/23/2008Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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