Kfc, 411 W Sugarland Hwy, Clewiston, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: KFC
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 411 W Sugarland Hwy, Clewiston, FL 33440
License #: 3600429
Total inspections: 27
Last inspection: 07/28/2014

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Inspection findings

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  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.( observed light without cover in dry storage room)
  • Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.( observed sanitize water in bucket not at proper strength ) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. ( observed spray bottle not labeled containing blue substance on chemical rack )
07/28/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - old dull blade
  • Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. At fryers
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.drain pipe at handsink on kitchen leaking
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Intermediate - No cold running water at three-compartment sink. Handsink at kitchen is too hot, pre mixed and hot water is so to you cannot wash hands for required amount of time water too hot **Corrected On-Site**
4/7/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Hood filters in disrepair.broken hood filters 6 inch open gap over fryers
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles.heavy black growth on interior of nozzles easily removed with alcohol swab
  • Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Unaware of establishments current procedures in place at breading station, unaware of 4 hour sanitization requirements at breading station.
  • Intermediate - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.at front counter
  • Intermediate - Food-contact surfaces in contact with potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food not cleaned at least every four hours.chicken breaking station, flourong baskets and water dip basket and water container used with. Flour and raw chicken not sanitized every 4 hours, no procedure in place, must have written procedure by next visit.
  • Intermediate - Ice chute soiled/build up of mold-like substance/slime.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked.chicken cooked picked held 24 hours at cooler then frozen then thawed no date when thawed
1/8/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ceiling tile in disrepair. Water leaking onto light fixture at front countervarea
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.box of bread on floor in walkin freezer
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Scoop stored on top of dusty soda dispenser at front counter
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.dusty residue buildup on soda dispenser at front counter
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer. Obseved opened bags of wings with food uncovered in wakin freezer
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.at front line handsink
10/7/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.bloody water on floor in walkin cooler tracked out on shoes **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Grease accumulated on kitchen floor.heavy greasy food residue in cracks/ joints of stainless flooring and at door jams, in kitchen and dry storage/ walkin cooler area.
  • Basic - Hood filters in disrepair.broken open spaces at fryers
  • Basic - Single-service items stored on floor in dry storage area.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.at peak use, when dish sink is filled hot water not available for a time at handsink s until how heater recovers.
6/25/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of grease in three-compartment sink. Refilled with new sanitizer water but sink not cleaned of accumulated grease before refilling.
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.on racks and bin at back kitchen
  • Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. At fried station
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with food.spray bottle of cleaner stored over and pointed toward chicken breading and spice bags **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
4/1/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.hot water at 80 degrees F at kitchen handsink At callback no hot water at kitchen handsink , inspector allowed water to run for over 2 minutes. Sink installed with water premix valve.water became hot at front line but only achieved 96? at kitchen
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. At callback 12/7/12, 5 employees engaged in food service with no certified manager onsite. Manager is to take the test within the next week.
12/7/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.at kitchen
  • Critical - Hot holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.frontline chicken display hot hold ambient air at 118 degrees F .
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.hot water at 80 degrees F at kitchen handsink
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.Ice scoop stored on dusty surface above ice machine.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • 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
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on scissors used to open food bags.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in and on exterior of plastic bin storage containers of seasoning packages.at kitchen
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.observed chicken at frontline not maintained at 135 degrees F or hotter. May not use for pulled chicken . Management will change hold times for frontline to 30 minutes then move to warmer so holding will be correct for pulled chicken product. ( Chicken from grill or fryer will cool in frontline warmer. then be moved before it reaches 135 to warmer allowing chicken to be maintained above 135 degrees F for pulled chicken.
10/2/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Employee lockers improperly located.jacket onclean pans at storage rack in kitchen
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.at handsink at kitchen
  • Critical - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods.
  • Critical - Observed 1 live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.at front line handsink
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.pulled chicken in walkin no time/date marks.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.at mop sink and open ended hose attached and laying in basin.
7/6/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.at fryers.
  • Critical - Hot holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.display unit at front counter. found foods ranging from 125 to 118 degrees F .
  • Critical - Hot holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.warmer unit with broken handle foods found at 112 degrees F
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.at 3 bay sink observed new dishwater being filled in sink at temperature of 86 degrees F
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.at back kitchen handsink
  • In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment.observed ice scoop at drivebthrough in container with standing water and dust duildup inside container and in contact with scoop. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.Observed black slime in Ice dispener chute at dining area.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.box of macaroni and cheese on floor in walkin freezer.
  • Observed hole in wall.Eall and tiles broken out, and misding at mop sink. Large hole at pipes for faucet/inconing water.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.chicken in frontcounter display heated case may not be held over for pulled product. Once product is put into dsplay case it may only be held for4 hours then must be discarded. None my be pulled and cooled for later use.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.Observed no backflow prevention device installed,hose attached and open end lying in mopsink basin.at mopsink
4/23/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner.styrofoam cup used to dispense sugar at back prep
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.at kitchen /3 bay handsink Corrected On Site.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.at deep fryers 4 inch gap in hood filters.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.at both kitchen handsink and front handsink . no handsink meets 100degree F requirement.
  • Critical - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods.Observed non of the handwash sinks and the 3 bay sinks have hot water to 100 degrees. . No sink throughout establishment with required 100 degree water.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.observed wlow drain at dishsink 3 bay backed up.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.at mopsink
1/18/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.large gaps in filters at fryer hood.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.observed ice scoop in pan with dead bugs and dust. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • Critical - Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink.Observed dishwasher skipping clean water rinse step. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.scoop atmakline at front. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.at handsink at front
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.deboned chicken. Corrected On Site.
  • Wash solution not clean. Corrected On Site.
8/26/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored.observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine in unclean container , dust and dead bug visible in container . Corrected On Site.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.at fryers open gaps in grease filters.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.at front handsink
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen. Corrected On Site.manually killed flies then sanitized all surfaces. unblock bug light. at back. call pest control.
5/27/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods.observed no hot water at front prep/counter handsink.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.Observed ice scoop stored on top of machine on unclean unsanitized surface. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.storage container for ice scoop at drivethrough window not clean, dusty resion surfaces in contact with ice scoop. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.in walkin freezer
3/22/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
2/14/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical. Observed employee use food thermometer to take food temperatures without first cleaning the thermometer.observed probe thermometer with cord off table probe touching the floor,employee wiped wiith paperbtowel and water then calibrated and proceeded to use. Corrected On Site. probe was sanitized.
  • Critical. Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.at stainless rack at cook area.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head and stand.
  • Observed plastic sleeves of bowels and clamshells ,single-service items stored on floor at storage..
  • Observed grease accumulated on storage area floor.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils.obserfed spray bottle marked"comet" stored hanging on cleanbdishdry rack pointed toward cleaned dishes and utensils at 3 bay sink.
  • Critical. Employees not informed of acceptable sanitary practices. observed employee sneeze openly in kitchen at prep area, no precautions taken or acknowledged. then moved grillracks to clean storage area. Corrected On Site.washed hands before returning to prep work.
1/5/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-15-1 Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.a/c vents dripping water over ice machine, prep tables and cooking equipment. impossible to keep foods proptected from drips during preparation and transfer from ovens to storage areas.at callback preptables and workstation located under dripping ceiling vents. obsrrved drips on working surfaces at chicken breading,flouring, station. observed drips enter container of liquid used to dip chicken. instructed manager to move tables and sanitize surfaces discard all contaminated flours,liquids, chicken.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-18-1 Observed soil residue in storage containers.blue containers at rack beside back storage entrance soiled with food and flour debris at callback 10/27/10observed interior top and door handles and hinges with old food debris .
  • Critical. Violation: 22-19-1 Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Violation: 36-22-1 Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.observed standing water on floor throghout kitchen area and behind equipment . observed water coming from loose plumbing at air conditioner drain pipe Corrected On Site.water removed and floors sanitized at callback 10/27/10 observed standing water under equipment . water still poolong on floor at air condition unit.
  • Violation: 37-19-1 Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.water dripping from a/c vent covers in kitchen over prep areas causing possible contamination of food. at callback 10/27/10 vents cleaned water still dripping ,observed water dripping from ceiling ac vents onto prep table, and on to table at microwave, on to table at chicken four station and into container of water for dipping chicken at flouring station. and over raw chicken prep table . observed drip on tables and into open dipping water. at back kitchen at calkback corrected by,changing water sanitized surfaces discard any contaminated food.
  • Critical. Violation: 48-07-2 Observed gas venting in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.grease laden vapors present during cooking in kitchen . hood system not operating correctly at back kitchen chicken cookline . vent filters not properly sized.not installed vertically.
10/27/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.a/c vents dripping water over ice machine, prep tables and cooking equipment. impossible to keep foods proptected from drips during preparation and transfer from ovens to storage areas.
  • Observed hood filters installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.blue containers at rack beside back storage entrance soiled with food and flour debris
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.pink slime at ice drop at cup lip rest at customer self service area
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.observed cooked chicken pieces and debris on floor at front counter
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.observed food debris on floor and behind/beside fryers
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.observed air conditioner drain pipe loose from wall and draining on to floor in kitchen . 2/3 of kitchen floor under water. Corrected On Site. reattached pipes and cleaned up water.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.observed standing water on floor throghout kitchen area and behind equipment . observed water coming from loose plumbing at air conditioner drain pipe Corrected On Site.water removed and floors sanitized
  • Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.water dripping from a/c vent covers in kitchen over prep areas causing possible contamination of food
  • Critical. Observed gas venting in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.grease laden vapors present during cooking in kitchen . hood system not operating correctly at back kitchen chicken cookline . vent filters not properly sized.not installed vertically.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.2 front prep employees serving food and 2 cooks all involved in food prep with no certified food manager available Corrected On Site.
8/17/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Violation: 15-42-2 Observed hood filters installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only.
  • Violation: 29-03-1 Observed water draining onto floor from ice machine drain.
  • Critical. Violation: 30-02-1 Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.hose lying in pool of backed up water in mop sink.; partially corrected ; hose removed from standing water
8/5/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Observed hood filters installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.at dining room
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.at drivethrough
  • Observed water draining onto floor from ice machine drain.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.mop sink backed up , holding water
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.hose lying in pool of backed up water in mop sink.; partially corrected ; hose removed from standing water
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
6/3/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Wash solution not clean.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.at self service front customer area
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.at drive through
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.at kitchen /dishwash area Corrected On Site.
4/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed hood filters installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.wet nested at dish storage
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing improperly installed.water from mopsink backflow into a/c drain
  • Critical. Observed an uncovered electrical box. For reporting purposes only.at mopsink Corrected On Site.
2/23/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.white powder in container at tea prep
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner.non handled scoop.-observed single service non handled cup being used to scoop sugar
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed hood filters installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.observed food debris on mixer and machine oil on head
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.on equipment wheels at cookline
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.at mop sink
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
12/3/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.ice scoop on top of ice machine
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner.single service styrophoam cup used as scoop in sugar
  • Observed hood filters installed horizontally, rather than vertically. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in freezer gaskets at back prepcenter
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface.on top surface of ice machine wher ice bucket is stored
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.at back dishwash area Corrected On Site.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
9/1/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/26/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/25/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/22/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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