Jerk Hut Downtown, 207 Twiggs St, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: JERK HUT DOWNTOWN
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 207 Twiggs St, Tampa, FL 33602
License #: 3903887
Total inspections: 26
Last inspection: 11/06/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • 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. Near stove on cooks line.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair. Front kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Hole in ceiling. Dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Tin pans in dish washer area.
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor. Cups in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Reach In Cooler
  • High Priority - Small flying insects in front kitchen area.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Plastic plate inside.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Repeat Violation**
11/06/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
07/08/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
  • 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. **Warning**
6/23/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Warning**
  • Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Dry storage. **Warning**
  • Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 in room where mop sink is. **Warning**
  • Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. **Warning**
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. On top of ice machine not protected. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Large sugar container. Front kitchen area. **Warning**
  • Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Near 3 comp sink **Warning**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Near 3 comp sink **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Side kitchen area. **Warning**
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor. Cups. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated dust. Near large ice machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Front kitchen area near large fan. **Warning**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Large gray container on cooksline. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near large ice machine **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Near large ice machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Reach in cooler near cooksline. **Warning**
  • 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. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Reach in cooler on cooks line. **Warning**
4/21/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
  • Basic - Light not functioning. Under hood system.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Under hood system.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Forks spoons and knives in self service area.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Water filter not changed according to manufacturer's instructions. Not dated.
11/20/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Near office desk
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Back kitchen area.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Near office area.
  • Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Knives, forks and spoons.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Near dish machine area.
  • High Priority - Cooked meats or poultry hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Jerk chicken patties in hot holding box near register.
  • High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
  • 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 items stored in the sink. Buckets
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation of food residue. Near office area v
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Only hand sink in kitchen.
  • 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.
6/24/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. storage room
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Near 3 comp sink
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Near stove in front kitchen area
  • Observed attached Ceiling fan near 3 comp sink) equipment soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • 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.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food buckets in sink.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Upstairs in dry storage room
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food. Bottle of windex near pot if cooked rice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Reachin cooler in front kitchen area
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On counter in front kitchen area
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In front kitchen area
9/10/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed less than 1 handwash sink or number required by law for employees.only 1 handsink in entire establishment (in dishwashing area)not easily accessible from cooks line
7/5/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Observed wet nesting on cleaned containers.
  • Exhaust fan inoperable in women's bathroom.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed attached equipment (ceiling fan) soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface - reach-in freezer and dishmachine.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on upstairs floor.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Bleach water in wiping cloth bucket measured greater than 200 PPM. Corrected to 100 PPM. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor - mediuum hinged lid containers stored on the floor upstairs.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Cooked food - beans and rice (125F), goat curry (127F), fish (103F), and chicken (107F) on steam table. All product re-heated to 165F. Corrected On Site.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No service record available for water filter for soda dispenser.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Water and other sauces in plastic squeeze bottles not labeled.
5/16/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Observed wet nesting on cleaned containers.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Observed attached equipment (ceiling fan) in dish washing area soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler (raw meat) soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food (fish) stored over cooked food in reach-in cooler.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Beef patties in hot holding unit measured 98F and chicken on steam table on front line measured 107F.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
4/23/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Front and back area
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. In kitchen
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. In kitchen
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. Ceiling fans in kitchen
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. In kitchen
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda ice dispensing nozzles.
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor. Pots in kitchen
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans. In front storage rack Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Spices in front serving arra
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. Mens restroom
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated dust. In kitchen
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Beef pattie in front hot holding unit @ 129; rice @ 112 and chicken @ 127 hot holding unit by kitchen door
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Chicken RIC front line
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. In storage area
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Front counter
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. In kitchen
11/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner, spoons in storage room
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable, in cookline area
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable, in dishroom area
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, cup and crumbled plastic inside
  • Observed ceiling over ice machine soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up, 2door RIC
  • Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage, tomatoes in thank you bag in RIC
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair, 2door
  • Observed spaces in ceiling, over cookline area
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
6/6/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, pot of rice inside Repeat Violation.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair, over cooklines Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits, hood filters
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up, chest freezer Repeat Violation.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked, in RIC Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb, at mopsink Repeat Violation.
1/25/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked, in 2-door RIC
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name, large white bins
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage, (thank-you bags) in 2-door RIC
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface, on ceiling fan in dish area
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up, chest freezer
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb, on mopsink
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times, container stored inside Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair, over cooklines
  • Wet mop not hung to dry, in dry storage area
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not fully charged. For reporting purposes only, upstairs storage area
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
12/13/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Wholesome, sound condition
  • Critical. Hot food at proper temperatures
  • Critical. Proper hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking (evidence)
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Wash, rinse water clean, proper temperature
  • Critical. Sanitizing concentration
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Lighting provided as required. Fixtures shielded
  • Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintenance equipment properly stored. Kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
6/28/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. stove
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. upstairs storage room
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.upstairs storage, dishroom, front line
4/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. corn starch
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Food not cooked to 145 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw eggs over sauces Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers. on cook line
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. ramakin cups upstairs
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. kitchen & dishroom
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. not sealed around stainless steal by dishroom
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. a/c ducts
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. upstairs
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. upstairs
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
1/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable. dishroom area
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. front counter areas
12/1/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. sugar
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed detergent and sanitizer mixed together improperly and used for wiping cloths.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood system
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. aluminum pans Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. dishroom area
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. front counter areas
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. upstairs
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
10/1/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. mop sink broken
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Observed hole in wall. wall not sealed by dish machine
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
7/28/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/30/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/6/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/5/2008Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
No report available. 11/19/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 9/17/2008Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Time Extension
No report available. 9/16/2008Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended

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