Melting Pot, 10 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Melting Pot
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 10 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
License #: 5202354
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 4/2/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fish 48°f., shrimp 46°f .VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED.
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk **Corrected On-Site**
4/2/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/23/2014Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Chocolate
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored on top of dirty ice machine between uses.
  • 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. Sugar and croutons **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soap/paper towels/hand antiseptic provided at a non-handwash sink. Prep sink
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Sausage
11/13/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. Mold like substance on gasket. Unit containing cheese, cut tomatoes .
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar.
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk , cheese.
  • 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.
8/2/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored with or above food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpack in kitchen.
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. Mold like substance on gasket. Unit containing cheese, cut tomatoes .
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Kitchen
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar.
  • Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk , cheese.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • 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.
5/31/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Reach-In Cooler. See 3A violations for temperature. Ambient Air at 49 Degrees F.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink near ice machine lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. (Used Prep. Sink).
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor of walk-in freezer.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Potatoes and Homemade Dressing at 46 Degrees F. in reach-in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Water filter to coffee machine has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. SUGAR and BOUILLON MIX. Corrected On Site.
10/9/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions. Big 5 foodborne illness bacteria.
  • Critical - Observed cleaner.degreaser improperly stored on top of dishmachine.
  • Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands. Not long enough, and touching faucet handles after washing hands.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. MILK.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottles. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed water settling on bottom shelf of salad cooler.
4/18/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions. Big 5 foodborne illnesses.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed light lens over food prep. area soiled with accumulated dust.
  • Observed residue build-up in handsink near ice machine, and dust on microwave.
  • Observed trash debris accumulated on walk-in freezer floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed window cleaner improperly stored on drain board of triple sink in bar area. Repeat Violation.
10/20/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed window cleaner improperly stored on drain board of triple sink
4/14/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink in bar area used by food employees.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of a black mold-like substance in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle in bar area.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. FLOUR, and SUGAR Corrected On Site.
3/16/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, put on gloves without washing hands FIRST. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink in bar area used by food employees.
  • Light in dry storage room missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed spray bottle of All Purpose Cleaner stored by utensils.
  • Critical. Observed EXPOSED electrical wiring in panel box in bar area. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Circuit breaker box blocked and/or inaccessible. For reporting purposes only. Repeat Violation.
8/9/2010Routine - 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. CHEESE. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up in handsink near ice machine
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed faucet at prep. sink leaking continuously.
  • Light in dry storage room missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Critical. Observed window cleaner improperly stored on drain board of triple sink in bar area.
  • Critical. Circuit breaker box blocked and/or inaccessible. For reporting purposes only.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
3/24/2010Routine - 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. Milk, & Cream.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ravioli in prep. cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Prep. Cooler
  • Critical. Observed toilets bathrooms not clean.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink in bar area used by food employees.
  • Carbon helium tank not adequately secured. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions.
10/19/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 14-27-1 Water filter to ice machine has not been dated according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Violation: 51-11-1 Observed helium tanks not adequately secured.
8/3/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 6/2/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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