Kata By Sake, 1306 20 St, Vero Beach, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: KATA BY SAKE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1306 20 St, Vero Beach, FL 32960
License #: 4101282
Total inspections: 14
Last inspection: 10/17/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water 81° **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
10/17/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Sushi line cooler
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cups in handwash sink at server station **Corrected On-Site**
2/10/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Board by microwave next to hws
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Small 2 door freezer by cooks line. Cooer on sushi line. Operator states gaskets ave already been ordered.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. Outside hose by back door.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to rinse out cooking equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
9/26/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In the reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of microwave.
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Lemon and orange container
  • Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water at 95?F
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bowls and cups in hand wash sink **Corrected On-Site**
2/25/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.-soy sauce
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.- raw seafood over tofu in reachin cooler
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
8/29/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.- chlorine at 0ppm- operator shall use three compartment sink until dishmachine is capable of proper sanitizer level.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.- putting on gloves
  • Critical - Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.- employee handling lettuce for salad- Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Observed walk-in and reachin cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.-
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.- milk
5/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing.- chlorine at 0ppmat dishmachine operator will use three compartment sink until dishmachine is capable of sanitizing
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.- on dishmachine
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.- knives stored next to a/c unit on dirty shelving
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks.- sauce in container in ice machine behind sushi bar
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.- behind bar.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.- dry ingredients by back door
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.-raw fish over icecream in reachin freezer
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles.- plastic dhopping bags
9/6/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. observed walkin cooler fan guards dusty
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls. observed knife stored next to ac unit on dirty ledge
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. observed raw chicken over sauce in walkin cooler Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.-mop sink
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
4/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit./in sushi freezer thermometer broken
  • Critical. No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine./ chlorine
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses./sushi area Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed moderately encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles./bar area
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable./through out
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers./under hood
  • Critical. Observed container of medicine improperly stored./advil /ben gay above rice Corrected On Site.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
10/7/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Failure to maintain freezing records on nonexempt fish for 90 days. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor./bulk product by back door
  • Critical. Observed no hand sanitize at sushi station-AOP in use Corrected On Site.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable./wood shelf left side of cooks line wood getting a bu ld up of black like substances
  • Critical. Observed mild buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles./bar area
  • Observed soda gun holster with mild accumulated slime/debris.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on small dry storage floor.(by back door)
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food./paint with sauce
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed./wiping cloths Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period./ bar area For reporting purposes only.
3/8/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure./work on Aop with operator approved Corrected On Site.
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance./bamboo roll for sushi
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed evidence of mop/cleaning waste water dumped onto ground.
  • Plumbing improperly installed./drain for pepsi-plumber coming today to have lines connected to drain not draining into bucket
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
9/28/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/26/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 5/26/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/25/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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