Senor Cafe, 1520 S Federal Hwy, Hollywood, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: SENOR CAFE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1520 S Federal Hwy, Hollywood, FL 33020
License #: 1620434
Total inspections: 22
Last inspection: 08/08/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In dry storage scooping rice with number 10 can with no handle
  • Basic - Floor tiles missing. Next to dish area in in wait station
  • High Priority - Cheese/milk/creamer/other dairy products cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In wait station found container with creamers in 60°f under no temperature control. Immediately placed in reach in cooler to bring temperature control to 41°f or below. Advised staff to keep under 41°f and another container with small amount of creamers as time and temperature control **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands. Explained dish washer the importance of proper hand washing practice **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Waitress in wait station serving bread/ buns to customers with bare hands
  • High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Waitress in wait station hand wash sink
  • High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Found In 50 ppm . Advised manager to add more sanitizer then rechecked found in 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In kitchen rinsing towels inside
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In 1 door reach in cooler in kitchen hallway cooked rice and cooked beef
08/08/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.spoons front buffet station **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over cooked food.sausage over cooked chicken reach in **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler.eggs over sweet potatoes **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical stored by or with clean or in-use utensils.windex cups put in bus cart to be washed **Corrected On-Site**
11/25/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.bowl type for sugar
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.and hood has grease on nozzle pipes as well as around filtersi
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.bag of rice and box of la lechonera
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • 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. Cheese reach in front counter
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.front counter
8/12/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Bucket of beef **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered.pork **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.near coffee machine
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.pork **Corrected On-Site**
6/6/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.one true reach in food removed to other coolers
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.spatulas wedged between sink and wall **Corrected On-Site**
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner.base of no name reach in
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.sanitizer bucket in it **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.turkey /cheese walk in **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.milk 43 tres leche cake 42 true reach in cooler removed to another cooler chef says put in cooler one half hour ago. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.potato and mean papa riena **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.sanitizer **Corrected On-Site**
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.near coffee machine
12/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.on cutting board/prep Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.bacon/freezer
  • Critical - Observed food with mold-like growth.6 limes walk in/voluntarily discarded by pic Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.filled with tomatoes Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.wait station/dumping ice in it
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination.spoons not handle up/behind front counter
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.beef reach in Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.chicken reach in Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.pork reach in Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.sausage/freezer
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.beef stew walk in
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.sauce walk in
7/9/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/30/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured-wait station.
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours--ham, lamb, chicken cooked yesterday and placed covered in walkin at 10 pm. At 11am today, temps. are at 48-51 degrees. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed container of medicine improperly stored. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor-rice and beans.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing-dumping soda, straws, ice in wait station.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit--48-51 degrees, ham, lamb, chicken-230 pounds total.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit-cuban sandwiches made fresh at 48 degrees, moved to walkin. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food-raw steak over mushrooms-black cooler next to office. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored-aluminum trays not inverted in dry storage, outside.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets-front counter. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation-door next to ladies room.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above-enpanadas hot hold--thermometer on unit reads 120 . Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice)-not cooled properly in walkin, 48-51 degrees
3/1/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/21/2011Complaint PartialInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours-walkin--food cooked yesterday placed in walkin covered and today TEMPS at 48-50 degrees.-stop sale
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface-back door.
  • Critical - Observed employee eating while preparing food.-wait station Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor-outside storage-3-rice bags on floor
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue-GE next to office.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.-raw-chicken over cooked ham Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets-True-kitchen
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice)-walkin, soup, picadello, pork, tamale at 48-50 degrees-improper cooling
9/29/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength-to low, 10 ppi
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-wait station sink Corrected On Site.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner-rusted shelves-Delfield and True cooler-kitchen
  • Observed employee with ineffective hair restraint-waitresses
  • Critical - Observed interior and gaskets of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue-True--kitchen and True across slicer.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit-53 milk-coffee wait station.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit.-buffet--fruit, salad Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.-front counter-eggs Corrected On Site.
3/11/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only-front counter-toaster
10/1/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 15-12-1 Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner-rusted shelves in dry storage -outside
6/24/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked-cooked food on shelf outside .
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name-outside .
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit---.48 degrees milk, cheese, pork for sandwiches-front counter---recommend not storing so much in reachin that is opened frequently
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit-45-55 degrees-outside refrigeration-do not turn off.--cooked food, raw food--will recheck at end of day
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method.--do not cover food untill cooled to 41 degrees-outside walkin
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures45-55 degrees-outside refrigeration --will recheck in a a few hours.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures--48 degrees-counter--will recheck in a few hours.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food-fish, steak over frozen vegetables. Corrected On Site.-True freezer-outside Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.-kitchen
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.-above salad station Repeat Violation.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner-freezer rusty top of freezer by back door.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner-rusted shelves in dry storage -outside
  • Critical. No proper chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used for wiping cloths-chlorine.
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing-200 cloths.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets-all coolers in kitchen. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers-pepper and yellow chicken broth above salad station.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue-Delfield-way back behind toppings-filter and all coolers in kitchen Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment-knives at steamtable.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation-gray door by employees restroom
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable-missing tiles-kitchen .
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor-dry storage.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise behind dry storage .
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted. Repeat Violation
4/24/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Violation: 02-26-1 Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name-rice, beans In gray storage containers in dry storage outside
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-23-1 Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.-raw chicken next to cooked meats and over other meats
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-26-1 Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.-raw beef over frozen vegetables
  • Critical. Violation: 22-17-1 Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets-True next to fryer.
  • Critical. Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.--True next to fryer
  • Violation: 23-06-1 Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface-outside door soda cooler-front counter.
  • Critical. Violation: 32-10-1 Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom--employees stroom.
  • Violation: 37-04-1 Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in cold storage unit outside
  • Violation: 51-13-1 No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.-google on-line
12/29/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name-rice, beans In gray storage containers in dry storage outside
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.-raw chicken next to cooked meats and over other meats
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.-raw beef over frozen vegetables
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.--beans in dry storage container outside
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area--rice, beans in gray containers do not fit side by side to place lids on.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.-front counter soda cooler
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable--rusted-outside cold storage unit
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.-front counter
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets-True next to fryer.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets-Delfield.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets-where flan and sandwiches are kept
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets-3-door Beverage Air -front counter.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.-outside in storage unit
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.--True next to fryer
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue-GE by office.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.--where flan and sandwiches are kept
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.--outside oven-next to fryer
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface-outside door soda cooler-front counter.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom--employees stroom.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor-dry storage container-lids, chafing servers on floor.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in cold storage unit outside
  • No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.-google on-line
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • 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
10/29/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • 04-01 cold holdi g at 53-60 degrees ban/marie next to steamtable
  • 53a-07 no food manager
  • 53b-08 no employee training, all kitchen help
  • 05-09 no thermometer in GE unit
  • 37-18 dusty ceiling tiles/ac ve ts-,kitchen
  • 37-13 hole in ceiling over ban/marie-kitchen
  • 51-11 CO2 tanks not secured
  • 38-07 lightsshield falling down in ladiesroom
  • 37-11 vent cover missing in ladiesroom
  • 08a-26 raw eggs over cooked ham at cookline
  • 14-37 cutting board no longer cleanable
  • 22-18 sazonstorage containers soiled under steamtable
  • 23-05 garbage can soiled
7/27/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No report available. 5/26/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 10/13/2008Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
No report available. 9/5/2008Complaint FullWarning Issued
No report available. 7/9/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 7/8/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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