Joseph's Pizza, 7316 Main St, Jacksonville, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: JOSEPH'S PIZZA
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 7316 Main St, Jacksonville, FL 32208-4124
License #: 2600178
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 11/04/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. Fan above dish machine **Warning**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Large table top cutting board across from ovens **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor tiles missing. In front of dish machine **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Small blue container of pizza sauce and 1 jar of olives in walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink next to office **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Cooler next to salad make table in kitchen and pizza make cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Pans of pasta in walk in cooler **Warning**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Multiple locations in kitchen **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. Pans of cooked pasta in walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
11/04/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Floor tiles missing. In front of dish machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Multiple coolers throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
5/6/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. **Warning**
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Floor tiles missing. In front of dish machine. **Warning**
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of oil stored by the fryer, next to salad prep table in kitchen, also large blue container of pizza sauce and large container of salad dressing in walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. Front counter salad prep reach in cooler and walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • 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. Scoop handle sitting in tub of marinara sauce in walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink by office. **Warning**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Multiple coolers throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Throughout kitchen. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Large wood cutting board by slicer has a deep groove. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler. Raw eggs over pepperoni walk in cooler. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/with ready-to-eat food in reach-in freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw veal wrapped in plastic wrap over bags of fries in Reach in freezer next to hot hold unit in kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. Front counter salad make reach in cooler ambient 51°, cannoli mix 53°, top section of cooler Feta, egg salad, cut lettuce, Ceasar salad 49-51°, cut tomatoes 44°. Corrective action, prep manager turned down temperature of reach in cooler. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Ice chute on self-service drink machine soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. Freezer next to hot holding unit in kitchen. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
3/7/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Gasket in reach in freezer in kitchen.
  • 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. On salad prep table.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Cooler at front counter
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in pizza make area
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Cooler next to fryer, Cooler in pizza make area
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
10/2/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. COOLER AT SALAD PREP IN KITCHEN
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. SALAD PREP STATION **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. BOTTLE WITH BLEACH IN IT AT DISH MACHINE AREA **Corrected On-Site**
3/28/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Had parts to meat slicer in sink by office. Corrected On Site.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Front counter. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Hood filters.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Container of Ceaser dressing in walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink next to triple sink used by cook for rinsing shrimp. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Both microwaves in kitchen. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed walk -in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Walk in cooler and salad prep area reach in cooler.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation.
9/25/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees, NEAR KITCHEN SALAD REACHIN COOLER : MAKE TABLE :
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.: KITCHEN :
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food., BLACK BAND :
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor., BULK CONTAINER OF SAUCE : WALKING COOLER Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands, FRONT COUNTER :
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with SUGAR.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled, KITCHEN :
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed, greater than 200ppm; FRONT COUNTER :
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked., SAUSAGE :WALKING COOLER :
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses., HANDWASHING SINK :FRONT COUNTER Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name., BULK SAUCE :WALKING COOLER :
4/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured, BEHIND FRONT COUNTER
  • Critical - Emergency lighting illumination insufficient. For reporting purposes only, REAR DOOR
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried, LARGE ICE MACHINE : I'VE YELLOW BUCKETS REAR ROOM
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink, NEAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit, SALAD REACHIN COOLER
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils, KITCHEN PREP TABLE :
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles, BEVERAGE MACHINE ICE CHUTE DINING (2)
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head, LARGE :
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener, CAN OPENER BLADE :
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor, CONTAINER OF CLEAR FRY
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle, UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation, REAR DOOR : BOTTOM DOOR
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
11/30/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured, 3 CO 2 CONTAINERS NEAR BEVERAGE SYRUP .
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions, LACKS KNOWLEDGE OF THE BIG 5 EXCLUSION ILLNESS .
  • Critical - Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only, REAR DOOR.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product, PIZZA REACHIN COOLER .
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener, BLADE.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food, PASTA SAUCE.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor, PIZZA TAKEOUT BOXES;
  • Critical - Observed toilet functioning improperly, URINAL :MEN.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation, REAR DOOR.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
4/8/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/8/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit, SALAD REACHIN COOLER / COLD CUTS. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit, PIZZA MAKE TABLE REACHIN COOLER . Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food, BULK CONTAINER OF BREAD CRUMBS
  • Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair, SALAD REACHIN COOLER .
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing, greater than 200ppm Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets, SALAD REACHIN REACHIN COOLER .
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine, PLASTIC PANEL .
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head, SMALL WHITE MIXER .
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees, MEN RESTROOM .
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable, WALKIN COOLER & REAR STORAGE ROOM NOT SEALED.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled SANITIZER CONTAINER .
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured, NEAR BEVERAGE SYRUP Repeat Violation.
9/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit, PIZZA REACHIN COOLER .
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area, BREAD IN DINNING ROOM.
  • Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled, TOUCHING GARBAGE CONTAINER THEN HANDLING PIZZA DOUGH .
  • Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.NEAR FRENCH BREAD.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust, AC VENTS / KITCHEN .
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured, BEHIND FRONT LINE
3/24/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-29-1 Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area, LEMONS ON FRONT LINE
  • Violation: 21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Violation: 53A-19-1 Observed expired Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 1/19/2010.
1/19/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening, WALKIN COOLER .
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area, LEMONS ON FRONT LINE
  • Critical. Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled, LEAVING AREA.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets., PIZZA MAKE TABLE .
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine, PLASTIC PANEL .
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles, NEAR NOZZLES / FRONT LINE.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink, KITCHEN .
  • Observed dumpster overflowing garbage.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only, TAKEOUT DOOR.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured, NEAR SOUP AREA.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 1/19/2010.
11/18/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 4/9/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 11/5/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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