The Melting Pot, 1949 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: THE MELTING POT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1949 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
License #: 6804856
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: 10/10/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
10/10/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
5/19/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using quaternary ammonium chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
1/31/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Dessert Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
1/18/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in wait area and storeroom
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface on walkin cooler shelving
8/14/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed dusty walkin cooler vent covers.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Corrected On Site.
5/2/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/19/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Observed dusty ceiling air conditioning vent cover by ice maker.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. Corrected On Site.
7/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food boxes stored on walkin freezer floor.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food. Corrected On Site.
4/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food boxes stored on walkin freezer floor.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.-empty supply bucket. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed small flying insects in bar area.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. Corrected On Site.
1/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed cutting board pitted and no longer cleanable at bar
  • Observed utensil stored in crevices between equipment-knife at bar.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees in mens restroom.
9/10/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.-empty supply bucket . Corrected On Site.
  • Observed dusty air conditioning vent cover.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by utensils.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification.Tabatha Flores-10/19/04
6/8/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust on walkin cooler fan guards.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area -spray bottles hung on shelves above prep tables. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed expired Food Manager Certification.-Tabatha Flores-10/19/09
2/22/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor in walkin freezer.
  • Observed dusty ceiling air conditioning vent cover.
  • Observed aprons and cap stored with food.
8/7/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/20/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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