International House Of Pancakes-36#128, 600 N Us Hwy 27, Sebring, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES-36#128
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 600 N Us Hwy 27, Sebring, FL 33870-2156
License #: 3800838
Total inspections: 24
Last inspection: 08/04/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack.( observed plastic small wares in plastic container with debris in the bottom)
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair.( observed chunks missing out of interior door in reach in cooler at far right side of the cook line)
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. ( observed cook change gloves without washing hands on cook line) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of encrusted food debris on/around mixer head.( observed old food debris on top of mixer head)
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
08/04/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack.( knives stored on soiled knife magnet) ( knives stored in stainless steel container with debris in the bottom)
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.( manager portioning chicken without hair restraint in prep area)
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. ( cook cracked raw shell eggs, took off gloves, put on new pair without washing hands on cook line) **Corrected On-Site**
4/2/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.( server on cook line preparing sausage gravy)
  • High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. ( cook cracked raw shell eggs with gloves on then touched hashbrowns after playing them) **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with clean or in-use utensils.( spray bottle of Lysol kitchen cleaner on shelf with clean utensils in back room)
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles.
10/23/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.( chutes that hold plastic lids at drink machine)
  • Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair.( dipper well faucet is stripped causing high water pressure which is causing splash close to food)
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.( all gaskets in all reach in coolers)
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.( filling sanitize bucket )
9/4/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.( cook line)
  • Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.( some handles are up and some are down in silverware holder by coffee pots)
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.( plastic to go platters on top of microwave by toasters)
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.( inside container storing steak knives at cook line)
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles.( soda fountain )
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. ( ice dumped in hand sink by coffee pots)
4/18/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area.( hash browns)
  • Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack.( clean knives stored on dirty knife rack)( knives inverted in container with debris in the bottom)
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.( case of French fries and case of chicken breasts in walk in cooler)
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.( plastic lids not stored inverted in lid holder at drink station)( plastic to go containers on top of milk dispenser)
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.( hanging on wall by 3 compartment sink)
1/23/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed buildup of moldlike substance in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube improperly cut. [ tubing not cut at 45 degree angle ] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.[ handsink in kitchen storing dirty glasses ] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. [ on cookline ]
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.[ wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in back room ] Corrected On Site.
8/30/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at handsink in cook area.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open drink container on shelf in dry storage. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Observed grease buildup on shelf opening below grill.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.ezhaust hood filters
  • Critical - Observed damaged thermometer provided on dishmachine. Observed temperature guage stuck at 220 degrees F.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water and mildew acculation 8nder automatic dishwasher
  • Observed food employee cook manager with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Observed jug of liquid butter stored on floor being used as door prop.
  • Observed leaking pipe at drainline .at prep kitchen handwash sink.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Observed single service lids not stored inverted.
  • Critical - Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. Observed torn bag of dry egg mix for batter and bag of powdered sugar in dry storage.
5/23/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed an employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. server with dark red po ish handling ice ,delivering open food
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. completey covered in ice
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. french toast batter at 52 degrese Corrected On Site. discarded
7/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.0ppm
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable. missing grout joints in prep kitchen
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. in missing grout joints
4/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. 10 ppm
  • Observed bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube improperly cut. long hanging tube
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. washed hands in prep sink dryed hands on cloth towel
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. liquid eggs at 50 degrese Corrected On Site. removed
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. pan of meat setting out to thaw
1/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. eggs at 48 degrese Corrected On Site. discarded put 4 hour labeled product
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. french toast batter at 50 Corrected On Site. discarded remade product put a 4 hr hold time
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. black easily movable with alcohol swab debris on display case on line
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. pans stored wet nested
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. grout missing at several places
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. in missing grout joints in prep area
10/22/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. liquid eggs on cook line at 44 degree Corrected On Site. used eggs during inspection
  • Critical. Observed an employee with long fingernails working with exposed food.
  • Critical. Observed an employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. server handling open plates ice for drinks drinks toast with nail polish
  • Observed bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube improperly cut. milk tube 3 inches lond
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. hand sink in prep room sign covered by new towel dispenser
8/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed thawed portions of ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food above 41 degrees Fahrenheit while being thawed under running water . beef at 70 degrese Corrected On Site. added ice and returned to walk in cooler
  • Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. bracelet and watches worn by server making drinks, toast ,and serving open food
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. open drink on slicer tray where product would be placed during sliceing
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.ounce scale broken dented face plate coming off
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. lexan pan broken
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. ounce scale has old food debris on contact plate and ha food inside broken places
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. walk in floor has debris buildup in cracks where joints are
5/24/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored in ice used for drinks.open bottle of un known drink Corrected On Site. discarded
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw bacon stored above ready to eat portioned items in walk in Corrected On Site.moved
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.in freezer
  • Observed bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube improperly cut.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. cups and glasses in racks soiled
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. pans stored wet nested
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. to go cups in kitchen stored in soiled storage container Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. missing grout joints
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. in misding grout joints
1/20/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/21/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. dressings and buckets of fruit in walk in cooler not labled
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.walk in cooler at 46 degrese and all content at 46
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. abient temp in walk in cooler at 46 degrese ambient temp in reach in at 39
  • Critical. Observed employee switch from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. gloves worn handling raw eggs then touching ready to eat food without changing gloves
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer. cutting surface and outside of slicer has old dry food debris
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. black easily movable mold like growth on reach in cooler glas doors on service line
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. can opner base has black stickey build up
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. wet nesting pans
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 300 ppm quat
10/20/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/14/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ham and chicken at 44 degrese in drawer ham setting on counter at 67 degrese
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw chicken breast behind ham in reach in cooler drawer removing chicken would drip on ham steaks
  • Observed bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube improperly cut.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. badly rusted paint brush in butter at serverv area steam table
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. missing grout joints in kitchen
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. in missing grout joints build up of food debris
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. in broken tiles standing water
7/13/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 4/17/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 4/16/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 11/17/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/21/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 7/17/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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