The Westin Beach Resort Ft Lauderdale, 321 N Ft Lauderdale Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: THE WESTIN BEACH RESORT FT LAUDERDALE
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 321 N Ft Lauderdale Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
License #: 1600067
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 08/22/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.plastic bowel inside tempura flakes. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. 2 light shields missing in pastry room above prep table
  • Basic - One Dead roach on premises behind stove in trap on floor.
08/22/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Dishwasher handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands.
1/13/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 56°F and cream cheese 52°F. Discarded **Corrected On-Site**
8/5/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Dish area.
  • High Priority - Improper side-by-side separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.Raw shell eggs next to peeled boiled eggs.
  • Intermediate - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food covered while cooling.Chicken breast in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
2/27/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.rice,mashed Potatoes , turkey at 44 Degrees in walk in cooler .
  • Critical - Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit.plus 12 degrees . Corrected On Site.Calibrated.
  • Critical - No current boiler certification provided/available. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.under 3 compartment sink near dishwashing area.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.shelving by glassware washer .
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils.stainless steel cleaner next to take out cups.
9/12/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. cheese stored on tray on top of open garbage can. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. pot storage shelving by dishwashing area.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. TRAULSEN cooler in beverage station.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. used as dump sink in beverage station area.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. used as dump sink in prep area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. at graham cracker container . Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods. raw beef over raw pork at walkin cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw shelled eggs over cooked eggs at walkin cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. ice build up at walkin freezer .
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. spoon in dessert prep area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. short rib at 119 degrees at hol holding cabinet . Corrected On Site.
3/28/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No current boiler certification provided/available. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. missing near cooler in server's area.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. handwash sink in dishwashing area obstructed by plate storage cart.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. desserts at walkin freezer.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. rusted can opener blade.
10/6/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. barehand contact while prepping veggies . Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. ice scoop holder. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. broken lid at breadcrumbs container .
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. cutting boards at prep area sink.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. used to dump ice in service station. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. used to store drink bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. at breadcrumbs container . Corrected On Site.
  • Observed insect control device installed over food storage area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles. reuse of yogurt containers to store chocolate. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. desserts at walkin freezer . Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. faucet leaking at prep sink in rear prep area.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. powder gelatin and breadcrumbs .Corrected On Site.
3/9/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoop on top of soiled ice machine . Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. cutting boards in prep area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. top of ice machine. Corrected On Site.
9/28/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/8/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/8/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. food prepared by employee excluded by health department.
  • Critical. Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license. This violation must be corrected by : 4/5/10.
2/5/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-29-1 Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. pastries at walkin freezer .
  • Critical. Violation: 09-04-1 Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. while cutting ham in dessert prep area. Corrected On Site. hands washed and pair of gloves worn.
  • Critical. Violation: 32-16-1 Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. chocoloteer prep room
  • Critical. Violation: 32-16-1 Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. cookline , rear prep area.
  • Critical. Violation: 32-17-1 Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. chocoloteer prep room
2/4/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Extension given, pending
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. jelly preserves stored by handwash sink in dishwashing area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. boxes of ravioli and bags of ice stored on the floor at walkin freezer.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. pastries at walkin freezer .
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. while cutting ham in dessert prep area. Corrected On Site. hands washed and pair of gloves worn.
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. ice scoops stored on top of soiled ice machine .
  • Critical. Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. dishwasher not washing hands from handling dirty dishes to handling clean dishes. Corrected On Site. hands washed.
  • Critical. Equipment, food-contact surfaces or utensils not exposed to sanitizer for proper exposure time. Corrected On Site.
  • Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. o ppm at sanitizer bucket in dessert prep area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. top of ice machine . Corrected On Site.
  • Observed clean equipment stored on floor. potato storage container. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. obstructed by ice and drink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. storing ice and drink, in dishwashing area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. dessert area dispenser not working .
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. chocoloteer prep room
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. cookline , rear prep area.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. chocoloteer prep room
  • Employee lockers improperly located. purse stored on top of aluminum containers in chocolateers room
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
2/3/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Violation: 32-16-1 Hand wash sinks lacking proper hand drying provisions. throughout
  • Critical. Violation: 32-17-1 Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatories. throughout
  • Violation: 36-15-1 Observed food debris accumulated on walkin cooler floors. throughout
10/19/2009Food-Licensing InspectionCall Back - Complied
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. rusted stove and griddle
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with soil deposits. prep sinks.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. at prep sink in pastry area. This violation must be corrected by : 11/15/09.
  • Critical. Hand sink missing in food preparation room or area. in pastry prep area. This violation must be corrected by : 11/15/09.
  • Critical. Hand wash sinks lacking proper hand drying provisions. throughout
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatories. throughout
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walkin cooler floors. throughout
  • Light not functioning. chocolote prep room
  • No plan review submitted and renovations in progress. plans submitted do not match layout of establishment. missing handwash sink in pastry kitchen This violation must be corrected by : 11/15/09.
9/15/2009Food-Licensing InspectionWarning Issued

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