Prontis Italian Kitchen, 1440 10 St, Lake Park, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: PRONTIS ITALIAN KITCHEN
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1440 10 St, Lake Park, FL 33403-2037
License #: 6000935
Total inspections: 24
Last inspection: 11/14/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. Back room.
  • Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine not working in back room.
  • Basic - Gaskets/seals on holding unit in poor repair. Cooler in kitchen area.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Through entire kitchen.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Linguini placed at room temperature. 57°,corrective action taken. cook placed linguini in reach in cooler with a bag of ice on top. At end of inspection linguini was at 43°.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade soiled with old food debris. Back room.
11/14/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. During my call back inspection I found 5 lights with no safety shields in food preparation area in the kitchen.
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. During my call back inspection, I observed the managers Certified Food Safety Certification card as expired. Date issued 10-9-2006 by National Registry of food safety and professionals. Manager on site Lori W.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Admin Complaint** During my call back inspection I observed 5 new towels in the hand washing sink by dish area soaking for later use.
  • 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. **Admin Complaint** **Repeat Violation** During my call back inspection I observed that 5 employees do not have proof of employee training or safety certificates.
07/16/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Prep area **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Wet rags **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **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. Egg plant, meatballs,sauces. **Warning**
4/29/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Admin Complaint**
  • 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. **Admin Complaint** **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law.
4/29/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.COOKED EGGPLANT AND PASTA AND SOUPS. WIC
11/6/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Build-up of mold-like substance on nonfood-contact surface. Reachin cooler cover pizza prep unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Prep area **Warning**
  • High Priority - Butter/butter blend/clarified butter/whipped butter cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sever station **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance on/around soda dispensing nozzles. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Wet rags **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **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. Egg plant, meatballs,sauces. **Warning**
11/6/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.STOVE TOP
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.COOK
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse.WIC
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No metal stem-type thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.COOKED EGGPLANT AND PASTA AND SOUPS. WIC
5/31/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.STOVE TOP
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.COOK
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse.WIC
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No metal stem-type thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.COOKED EGGPLANT AND PASTA AND SOUPS. WIC
  • Intermediate - Walk-in cooler not 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. AMBIENT. 44, 45,45
5/30/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • No plan review submitted and renovations in progress.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.TOP OF CHEST FREEZER RUSTED
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner.MOTOR GUARD MISSING ICE MACHINE
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner.PREPERATION TABLE SHELVING RUSTED
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.HOOD FILTERS
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.DISHMACHINE LEAKING
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.WALKIN
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.WALKIN FREEZER
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.IN DRAINBOARD DISHMACHINE
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.STOVE TOP
  • Critical - Observed screen in window torn/in poor repair.BACK PREPERATION ROOM
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.WALKIN
  • Observed wall in disrepair.NEAR WALKIN
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.BACK DOOR
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.BULK FOOD CONTAINERS Repeat Violation.
9/14/2012Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Violation: 02-22-1 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. EXAMPLE COOKED SAUCES,PASTAS, ETC
  • Critical - Violation: 02-26-1 Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. FLOUR
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.EXAMPLE COOLER ACROSS FROM WALK IN COOLER DOOR
  • Critical - Violation: 22-27-1 Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. PIZZA DOUGH MACHINE _PIZZA PREP STATION
  • Violation: 25-02-1 Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. IN BUS PAN AT DISHMACHINE
  • Violation: 29-08-1 Plumbing system in disrepair. LEAKING FAUCET 3 COMPARTMENT SINK_BY DRY STORAGE ROOM
  • Violation: 29-09-1 Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK_PREP KITCHEN _HOSE ATTACHED
  • Critical - Violation: 31-11-1 Observed handwash aids at a non-handwash sink. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK USED AS A HAND SINK and FOOD PREP SINK_PREP KITCHEN This violation must be corrected by : 05-21-12.
  • Critical - Violation: 31-13-1 Observed less than 1 handwash sink or number required by law for employees. This violation must be corrected by : 05-21-12.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-16-1 Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. PREP KITCHEN
  • Violation: 36-10-1 Observed worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. CONCRETE ROCKS EXPOSED
  • Violation: 37-04-1 Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Violation: 51-16-1 No plan review submitted and renovations in progress. HAND SINKS- NEW BAR OUTSIDE This violation must be corrected by : 05-21-12.
5/24/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, fire safety, bathroom requirements or other related requirements. NEW OUTSIDE PATIO/BAR
  • Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK_PREP KITCHEN _HOSE ATTACHED
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. PREP KITCHEN
  • No plan review submitted and renovations in progress. HAND SINKS- NEW BAR OUTSIDE This violation must be corrected by : 05-21-12.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. BOX OF LETTUCE _WALK IN COOLER and BOX OF CHICKEN WALK IN FREEZER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. PIZZA DOUGH MACHINE _PIZZA PREP STATION
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.EXAMPLE COOLER ACROSS FROM WALK IN COOLER DOOR
  • Critical - Observed handwash aids at a non-handwash sink. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK USED AS A HAND SINK and FOOD PREP SINK_PREP KITCHEN This violation must be corrected by : 05-21-12.
  • Critical - Observed less than 1 handwash sink or number required by law for employees. This violation must be corrected by : 05-21-12.
  • Observed ripped/worn CARDBOARD used as shelf cover. COOK LINE
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. TO GO CONTAINERS_DRY STORAGE SHELF_NEEDS TO BE INVERTED
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. CONCRETE ROCKS EXPOSED
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. LEAKING FAUCET 3 COMPARTMENT SINK_BY DRY STORAGE ROOM
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. EXAMPLE COOKED SAUCES,PASTAS, ETC
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. FILET MIGNON Corrected On Site. PROVIDED ADVISORY
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. IN BUS PAN AT DISHMACHINE
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. FLOUR
3/19/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/19/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable. unsealed concrete - kitchen .
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. person in charge doesn't know where paperwork is located. This violation must be corrected by : 1/7/12.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. adjacent room to kitchen .
  • 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. person in charge doesn't know where paperwork is located . This violation must be corrected by : 1/7/12.
  • Observed detergent and sanitizer mixed together improperly and used for wiping cloths.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. walkin freezer .
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. ice machine .
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. flour bin.
  • Critical - Observed less than 1 handwash sink or number required by law for employees. no handwash sink in kitchen proper - in adjacent room.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. multiple containers of cooked pasta - walkin cooler .
  • Critical - Thermotape failed to turn black to indicate that the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface. dishwashing machine .
11/7/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of rust stains in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. ice machine .
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. multiple containers - pasta/sauses - walkin cooler .
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. less than 10 ppm. Corrected On Site.
6/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable. kitchen - unsealed cement .
  • Critical - Observed buildup of rust in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. walkin freezer .
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. ice machine .
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. chlorine greater than 200ppm - sanitizer bucket .
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. multiple containers - walkin cooler.
3/23/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/7/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-24-1 Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. shell eggs over beef - reachin cooler .
  • Critical. Violation: 12B-07-1 Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Violation: 13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical. Violation: 20B-03-1 Thermotape failed to turn black to indicate that the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface. Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. sanitizer bucket not set up. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of rust in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Violation: 47-15-2 Observed an uncovered electrical box. For reporting purposes only. front panel missing - ice machine .
  • 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. This violation must be corrected by : 10/30/10.
11/4/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. shell eggs over beef - reachin cooler .
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical. Thermotape failed to turn black to indicate that the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface. Repeat Violation.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. sanitizer bucket not set up. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of rust in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed an uncovered electrical box. For reporting purposes only. front panel missing - ice machine .
  • 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. This violation must be corrected by : 10/30/10.
8/30/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. multiple containers - walkin cooler .
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. flour bin.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. ice machine .
  • Critical. Thermotape failed to turn black to indicate that the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface. [dishwashing machine ].
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. sanitizer bucket not set up.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of rust in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable. exposed concrete - kitchen .
  • Critical. Observed obstructed exits, stairs, hallways or egress. For reporting purposes only. hallway near restrooms blocked by chairs.
4/16/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. multiple containers - WIC.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. drink ice in open bin beneath hand wash sink - bar area.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. ice machine .
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. sanitizer bucket not set up.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Hand sink missing in food preparation room or area. two sinks are used as hw sinks but are not located in main kitchen area.
11/12/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Violation: 03D-01-1 Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. large vats of sauce cooled in WIC. advised shallow containers/ice sticks.
  • Violation: 10-08-1 Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. ice machine .
  • Critical. Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Violation: 32-15-1 No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. mens' restroom.
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. hood.
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. cookline .
7/22/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 5/19/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 1/12/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 9/26/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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