The Break Room, 4313 Gunn Hwy, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: THE BREAK ROOM
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 4313 Gunn Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618
License #: 3913014
Total inspections: 11
Last inspection: 5/15/2012

Ratings Summary

Based on 1 vote

Overall Rating:
****
4.3
Ratings in categories:
Food:
*****
5.0
Service:
*****
5.0
Price:
*
1.0
Ambience:
***
3.0
Cleanliness:
****
4.0

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Ceiling tile missing. kitchen
  • Critical - Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license.
  • Light not functioning. kitchen Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. restroom Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of grease on all kitchen equipment
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed missing partition and/or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility. mens restroom Repeat Violation.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. excessive old unused equipment
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. kitchen
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.1 inch gapbat bottom of back door
5/15/2012Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • light not functioning kitchen
  • manager lacking proof of food manager certification
  • no handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees ; restroom
  • no proof of required employee training
  • observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance
  • observed gase accumulation under cooking equipment
  • observed missing partition and-or door for bathroom with more than 1 facility ; mens restroom
5/15/2012Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
  • Light not functioning. kItchen Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Repeat Violation.
  • 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.
  • Critical - Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed missing partition and/or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. old equipment
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. gap at bottom of door
12/14/2011Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • light not functioning kitchen
  • manager lacking proof of food manager certification
  • no handwashing sign provided at a handwashing sink used by food employees , restroom
  • no proof of required employee training
  • observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance
  • observed grease accumulation under cooking equipment
  • observed missing partition and or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility , mens
12/14/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
  • Critical - Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Violation: 25-04-1 Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-02-1 Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-06-1 Observed missing partition and/or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility. mens
  • Critical - Violation: 32-15-1 No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. restroom
  • Critical - Violation: 32-16-1 Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-17-1 Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical - Violation: 35B-04-1 Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
  • Violation: 36-13-1 Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. cooler
  • Violation: 38-10-1 Light not functioning. kitchen
  • Violation: 42-03-1 Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Violation: 42-11-1 Observed unnecessary items on the premise. excessive old equipment
  • Critical - Violation: 53A-01-2 Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • 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
7/20/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical - Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Light not functioning. kitchen
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. cooler
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. restroom
  • 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
  • Critical - Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
  • Critical - Observed bathroom facility not clean.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed missing partition and/or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility. mens
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. excessive old equipment
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
5/16/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. oil
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed residue build-up on hood filters
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. bar
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
  • Critical. Observed missing partition and/or door for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Ceiling tile missing. hallway
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. kitchen, cooler
  • Light not functioning. throughout kitchen
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise. unused equipment
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • 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
12/7/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Critical. Thermometers, gauges, test kits provided
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed
  • Critical. Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Critical. Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Outer openings protected from insects, rodent proof
  • Floors properly constructed, clean, drained, coved
  • Lighting provided as required. Fixtures shielded
  • Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintenance equipment properly stored. Kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
  • Other conditions sanitary and safe operation
  • Critical. Food management certification valid
  • Critical. Employee training validation
9/3/2010Complaint FullCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Critical. Dishwashing facilities designed, constructed, operated 1. wash 2. rinse 3. sanitize
  • Critical. Thermometers, gauges, test kits provided
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed
  • Critical. Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Critical. Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Outer openings protected from insects, rodent proof
  • Floors properly constructed, clean, drained, coved
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Lighting provided as required. Fixtures shielded
  • Rooms and equipment - vented as required
  • Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintenance equipment properly stored. Kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
  • Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintenance equipment properly stored. Kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
  • Critical. Electrical wiring - adequate, good repair
  • Other conditions sanitary and safe operation
  • Critical. Food management certification valid
  • Critical. Employee training validation
6/28/2010Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.
  • Critical. Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.bar
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair two reach-ins not working
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles. gun and holster in bar
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.grill table,hood filters
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. cooks line shelves
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored.npt inverted
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.employees restroom
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.kitchen ,bathroom,bar
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.kitchen ,bar
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.bar
  • Critical. Toilet stall door or partition missing for bathroom with more than 1 toilet facility.mens room
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.gap at bottom of backdoor
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. missing By back door
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease.cooks line
  • Observed hole in ceiling.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.water damaged tiles
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.walk-in ,kitchen
  • Light not functioning. kitchen
  • Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored.
  • Observed improper storage of maintenance tools that interferes with cleaning.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
5/19/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/14/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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1 User Review:

Pallie Brady

Added on Jun 10, 2014 12:45 AM
Food:
*****
Service:
*****
Price:
*
Ambience:
***
Cleanliness:
****
This information should be updated! The staff and owner have worked really hard to improve their establishment. This place have come a long way from this report.
Would you recommend THE BREAK ROOM to others? Yes
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