Otters, S Hwy 27 Park Entrance, Fort White, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: OTTERS
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: S Hwy 27 Park Entrance, Fort White, FL 32038
Phone: 813-949-5275
License #: 2200442
Licensee name: JAMES GROSCURTH
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: 07/11/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In back of kitchen
  • Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. On line, **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Hot dogs at 122 and 126, adjusted, **Corrected On-Site**
07/11/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Employee
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. Left hand on front line Also can opener
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Over carbonator **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Kitchen
4/8/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Pain relief over spices in dry storage
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. Under soda machine
7/30/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/15/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.FREEZER
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.CORNDOGS IN FREEZER
8/3/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No proper chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used for wiping cloths.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.PICKLES Corrected On Site.
5/19/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.upright freezer.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
8/12/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco. (A) Except as specified in Paragraph (B) of this section, an EMPLOYEE shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE- USE ARTICLES; or other items needing protection can not result. (B) A FOOD EMPLOYEE may drink from a closed BEVERAGE container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of: (1) The EMPLOYEE'S hands; (2) The container; and (3) Exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES; and 386.204 FS: A person may not smoke in an enclosed indoor workplace, except as otherwise provided in section 386.2045 FS.
  • Critical - FOOD Storage. (A) Except as specified in Paragraphs (B) and (C) of this section, FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 6 inches above the floor. (B) FOOD in PACKAGES and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches above the floor on case lot handling EQUIPMENT as specified under Section 4-204.122. (C) Pressurized BEVERAGE containers, cased FOOD in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.
  • Critical - Separation. POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS shall be stored so they can not contaminate FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES by: (A) Separating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS by spacing or partitioning; and (B) Locating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS in an area that is not above FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE or SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. This paragraph does not apply to EQUIPMENT and UTENSIL cleaners and sanitizers that are stored in WAREWASHING areas for availability and convenience if the materials are stored to prevent contamination of FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
6/11/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Gator aide bottles
  • Observed chest freezer gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not fully charged. For reporting purposes only.
8/18/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. cups
  • Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink.
6/3/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 03B-03-1 Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
  • Violation: 25-04-1 Observed single-service items stored on floor.STORAGE
  • Critical. Violation: 27-15-1 No water system approval reports on-site.
  • Critical. Violation: 30-02-1 Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.OUTSIDE Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Violation: 35A-08-1 Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.STORAGE .
  • Critical. Violation: 53B-08-1 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 Repeat Violation.
10/14/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.STORAGE
  • Critical. No water system approval reports on-site.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.OUTSIDE Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.STORAGE .
  • 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 Repeat Violation.
8/10/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 6/22/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 5/5/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/27/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 10/27/2008Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/8/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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