J T's Seafood Shack Inc, 5224 N Oceanshore Blvd, Palm Coast, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: J T's Seafood Shack Inc
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 5224 N Oceanshore Blvd, Palm Coast, FL 32136
License #: 2800218
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 08/22/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Boxed food Items on floor in walk in freezer
  • 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. Employee drinking in kitchen : no lid on cup **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. Cookline unit
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Standing water in cookline reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. On exterior of cleaned pans at Dishmachine l one **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Exterior of numerous cleaned pans / food containers
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Utensils in cookline handwash sink blocking access **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils in cookline handwash sink
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled sanitizer bottle by Dishmachine **Corrected On-Site**
08/22/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Drinks container over restaurant foods in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Standing water in reach in cooler at cookline **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By walk in freezer
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/soil residue in utensils container at Dishmachine line
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle.
  • Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair. Missing knobs. At cookline grill
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Cleaned pans **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Melted spatula handle, plastic containers **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 dented cans on rack Corrective Action : Voluntarily Discarded
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in the process of reheating for hot holding has not reached 165 degrees Fahrenheit after more than 2 hours . Soups for reheat at 120°f in steamer **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food. Soap container over soups **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
  • Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. 40°f in ambient of 70°f
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
2/13/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - 4-603.15(A)
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment.
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Standing water in cooler
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Cook line
  • Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Melted handles on numerous utensils
  • Basic - High Priority - Dead rodent present. In trap
  • High Priority - Live flies in kitchen.
  • High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 50 semi fresh under dry goods rack , 10 under can rack , 10 under Dishmachine
  • Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
9/30/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Exterior of numerous containers
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Employee jacket stored with food. Water bottles **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By walk in cooler and cookline
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of microwave.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
4/1/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ICE SCOOP ON DUSTY SURFACE Corrected On Site.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. PEELING PAINT IN WALKIN COOLER RACKS
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. DEFLECTOR PLATE Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. IN SUGAR CONTAINER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. OLD FOOD DEBRIS ON CLEANED PLASTIC CONTAINERS LID Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. NUMEROUS THROUGHOUT
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENT : COOLER Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. IN DRY STORAGE AREA
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. SOUPS Corrected On Site.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. BAR Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
10/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing :COOKLINE END
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. COOKLINE END Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed EMPLOYEE JACKET OVER FOODS/MIXER
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. DISHMACHINE RESOVOIR
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. NUMEROUS : UNDER CUTTING BOARDS Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. BEFORE PUTTING ON GLOVES Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employees provided in-house training not performing their work duties in a manner consistent with the Food Code requirements. EMPLOYEE USING INCORRECT TEST STRIPS FOR DISHMACHINE
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. IN WALKIN FREEZER Repeat Violation.
  • Observed hole in wall. UNDER DISHMACHINE
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. UNDER DISHMACHINE
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. BAR Repeat Violation.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. OLD EQUIPMENT :OUTSIDE BY STORAGE
  • Critical - Person in charge failed to insure employees are properly sanitizing equipment.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. MELTED BUTTER AT 115 : COOKLINE Corrected On Site.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. BAR
1/30/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. LARGE CONTAINER IN SINK Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. KNIFE BETWEEN EQUIPMENT Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. RUSTY SHELVES DRY STORAGE
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. BEHIND DEFLECT PLATES
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. UNDER CUTTING BOARDS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. WALKIN FREEZER
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. WASHING VEGETABLES Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. EGGS AT 50F COOKLIN Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. DELIMEATS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. WAITRESS STATION
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. OUTSIDE FAUCET
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
7/20/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, fire safety, bathroom requirements or other related requirements. Repeat Violation. APPROXIMATELY 75 SEATS. CONTACT LOCAL AUTHORITY REGARDING SEATS. SEE NOTES
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing Corrected On Site.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. MELTED PANS
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. COUNTERS AAND SHELVES
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. BY WALKIN COOLER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. OVERFLOW AT DISHMACHINE
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. BAR
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. FLOUR Corrected On Site.
2/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. SEAFOOD ITEMS , HUSHPUPPY, IN COOKLINE MAKETABLE 47-49 F . DAIRY IN REACHIN COOKLINE COOLER AT 47-49 F Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. GUMBO : COVERED CONTAINERS WALKINCOOLER
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. (VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED) GUMBO AT 47 F Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. COOKLINE COOLER . (UNIT EMPTIED ) SEE NOTES Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. BEEF Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. HUSHPUPPY IN MAKETABLE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. BEEF KITCHEN , ITEMS IN WALKINFREEZER 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. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. BETWEEN CHANGING GLOVES Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. RUSTY SHELFS WALKINCOOLER , KITCHEN
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. NUMEROUS
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. 0PPM
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENT
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. COUNTERS AND SHELVES
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. PLATES NOT INVERTED DISHMACHINE AREA Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. ITEMS IN SINK Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. COOKLINE HANDSINK Corrected On Site.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor. WALKINCOOLER
  • Observed personal care item stored with food AND UTENSILS, ICEMACHINE WAITSTATION Corrected On Site.
  • Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, fire safety, bathroom requirements or other related requirements. APPROXIMATELY 200 SEATS . Repeat Violation. CONTACT LOCAL AUTHORITY REGARDING SEATING
  • Critical. Person in charge failed to insure employees are properly sanitizing equipment.
9/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed cheese with mold-like growth. BAG OF SHREDDED CHEESE Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. BAGS OF SHREDDED CHEESE
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. FOOD IN WALK IN FREEZER
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. RIBS IN WALK IN COOLER
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. REACH IN FREEZER
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. EXTERIORS OF REACH IN COOLERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. Observed screen in window torn/in poor repair. OUTSIDE SEATING AREA
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. JACKET/SWEAT SHIRT HANGING WITH FOOD IN STORAGE AREA
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. BLUE SUBSTANCE HANGING WITH UTENSILS
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. BLUE SUBSTANCE
  • Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, fire safety, bathroom requirements or other related requirements. 56 ON LICENSE, 129 ON ESTABLISHMENT. 79 INSIDE.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
4/13/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. EXTERIORS OF EQUIPMENT AND REACH IN COOLERS
  • Critical. Violation: 35B-04-1 Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
  • Violation: 36-15-1 Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. STORAGE AND WALK IN FREEZER
10/27/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. SOUP AT 59 IN WALK IN COOLER, SEAFOOD AND DELI MEATS AT 50 IN REACH IN COOLER Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. FOODS HOLDING AT 50 Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. RAW EGGS ON SHELF WITH PINEAPPLES/ HAM
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW EGGS ABOVE DELI MEATS IN REACH IN COOLER
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. ON UNCOOKED RICE
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. NO HANDLE ON SCOOP FOR BREAD CRUMBS
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. NO HANDLE ON SCOOP FOR UNCOOKED RICE
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. BEFORE PUTTING ON GLOVES
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. EXTERIORS OF EQUIPMENT AND REACH IN COOLERS
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor. GLASSES IN BAR AREA.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. STORAGE AND WALK IN FREEZER
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • 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
8/11/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 5/13/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 5/11/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 3/26/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/9/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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