St James Restaurant & Lounge, 4400 W Cypress St, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: St James Restaurant & Lounge
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 4400 W Cypress St, Tampa, FL 33607
License #: 3906227
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 08/22/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. Light shield on cook line.
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ceiling tile missing. End of cook line
  • Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water pipe leaking at dish room sink.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. One door tall unit on line.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Both units on line. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on line ans D in coolers.
  • High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate protection from contamination for cut fruits and butter.
  • Intermediate - Hot water shut off at employee handwash sink. Leaking pipe
08/22/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Pickle barrel and box of produce. Freezer boxes of food product. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Small storage room.
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting boards.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometers in reach-in coolers. Kitchen/cook line.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. Tall unit on end of line.
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Outer surfaces of bulk containers. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Cook line
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers
  • High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk in cooler
6/11/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris on nonfood-contact surface. Bulk food container lids
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored on top of dirty ice machine between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting boards. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No hand washing signs provided at hand sinks used by food employees.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gaskets torn/in disrepair. Coolers on cook line
  • Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk food containers on cook line.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Hot water not shut off at employee handwash sink. Faucet leaking in dish room
  • Intermediate - Slicer blade soiled with old food debris.
1/17/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored on top of dirty ice machine between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container. Bulk food container. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature gauge(s) on dishmachine.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometers in reach-in coolers
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Wiping cloth/towel used under cutting boards.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk food containers.
  • High Priority - Dented can present. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Spray bottle with chemical/toxic substance stored near/on/above food preparation surface or food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar **Corrected On-Site**
7/16/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Cloths under cutting boards. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Wait station sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Wait station sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • In-use utensil for potentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. Ice scoop on top of ice machine. Dust on surface. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Observed build-up of food debris on nonfood-contact surface. Reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Filet steaks, still frozen. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Observed soiled dry wiping cloth in use. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Apples, melons, nuts and powdered confection. **Corrected On-Site**
12/10/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. bar
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. bar
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed dented cans. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. at buffet plates and hot holding.
7/10/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. cloth under cutting board. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. bar Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. bulk container Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding units. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. milk container open in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. buffet line.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk food containers.
2/23/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. bar Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. end caps in storage.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometers in holding units.
  • Observed build-up of grease and carbon on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters
  • Critical - Observed buildup of black substance in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. knives Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. at bar Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. broken tiles at mop sink.
  • Critical - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. buffet line over hot plates.
  • Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk containers. Corrected On Site.
8/29/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Ceiling tiles missing. kitchen
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. bar Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on gaskets of reach in cooler at wait station.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. under cutting board. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. milk Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. buffet line
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk containers. Corrected On Site.
4/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw beef over produce on cook line. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. fruit in walk in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. under cutting board. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. on line
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. box of foam containers. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. bar Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. dish room
  • Ceiling tile missing. storage
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
11/30/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented cans. mandarin oranges & red peppers.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. inside large pot.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. cups/containers
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. wait station
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. wait station
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. dish room tiles cracked/missing.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. vents
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair. kitchen back near walkin coolers.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair. store room
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Corrected On Site.
5/14/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented can. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk containers Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. open bag of brown rice. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. outside surface of bulk containers. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers and racks. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. box of containers in store room. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. dish room. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
1/21/2010Routine - 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. dairy
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk food containers
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in coolers
  • 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
  • Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty vestibules.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. boxes of containers and cups.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. at sinks in kitchen due to work being at this time.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink splitter.
  • Ceiling tiles have been removed for work being done in.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. storage room.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored. over linens
8/4/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/16/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 1/16/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 8/12/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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