Waffle House #1464, 5872 Okeechobee Rd, Fort Pierce, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: WAFFLE HOUSE #1464
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 5872 Okeechobee Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34947
License #: 6602419
Total inspections: 18
Last inspection: 10/07/2014

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Inspection findings

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  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has moderate accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Moderate Build-up of grease, dust etc on nonfood-contact surface. Shelf over steam table near office.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter hand wash sink.
  • Basic - drawers under preparation table/grill heavily soiled with food debris.
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit. Rawork chops under raw ground beef and steaks. **Corrected On-Site**
10/07/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Shelving over cookline heavily soiled.
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Manager Amos working many different duties today.
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water- In dishwash area of kitchen.
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease. Hood very drippy under filters.
  • High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Hot water takes too long to reach handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands.
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink-3bin sink area of kitchen or at front counter/cookline.
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. AMOS JAMES
5/29/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bathroom facility not clean./ men's room
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food./ used cup to scoop ice
  • Basic - Employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area./ coffee beside the hot hold unit(oatmeal, etc)
  • Basic - Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust/debris.
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water./sink area
  • Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster./ large accumulation of cigarette butts
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture./ under handsink
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination./ styrofoam cups at drink station
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface./ shelf under marina tour with grits
  • Basic - Urinal not flushing/functioning properly./ not flushed
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled.and stockroom
  • Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food.
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled./cook cracked eggs than touched RTE/ multiple times done on cook line
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin./at drink station
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked./ reconstituted hashbrowns
12/17/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. cook discarded 1 cracked egg that was cracked.
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Metal stem-type thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Inspector calibrated thermometer approximately 10 degree off.
  • Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Several plates at cookline chipped.
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager transferred all employee cards to written list that states it is in addition to SafeStaff food handler training.
8/16/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or walk in cooler.
  • Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food-several employees **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Rinse solution not clean. Dvised reset up sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Cups at wait station.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses-cloth left on cookline cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. raw ground beef over raw pork. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Dishmachine not operating correctly. Advised to set up 3 bins and use until Dishmachine is corrected.
4/30/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Observed dumpster rusted out on bottom.
12/5/2012Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises-One dead roach on shelf with clean stored silverware.
  • Observed dumpster rusted out on bottom.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.employee cracked shell eggs then handled other foods, jelly packs and sliced cheese with same gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method-Bain Marie's full os cooling batter, tightly covered-cooling in walk in cooler. Batter temped at 52 ? after 1 hour. Advised quick chill to assure 41? in 4 hours.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on floor in walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits-film wrap container heavily soiled inside and out. Interior of container filled with old food scraps.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by 1 live roach found on shelving with single service take out items. And roach droppings as found on shelf with single service take out items. And 1 live bug as noted by inspector but not observed by manager, found in dry storage.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed-300 ppm chlorine.
12/4/2012Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Critical - Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Stem reafing 47F. Inspector calibrated facility's thermometer.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-front counter hand wash sink.
  • Observed attached equipment, hood filters and associated equipment soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler. Shelf under shell eggs heaviky soiled.
  • Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands. Cook pulled utensil out of garbage and only rinsed hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Raw ground beef over raw pork chops. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. Carton of roll towels on floor in store room.
  • Critical - Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Fly strip hanging in dishwash area.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. Pail full of brown liquid stored open, under kitchen handwash sink. Repeat Violation.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair-pvc type pipes under kitchen handwash sink not properly plumbed.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
8/24/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification-Inspector familiar with manager on duty and is aware of a current manager status. Please note, proof must be on site in case another inspector is called to facility.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. No proof available-inspector familiar with manager-her proof is at another store.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on shelf in reach in cooler under waffle makers.
  • Critical - Observed container of medicine improperly stored. Equate nutritional shake stored in reach in cooler, over ready to eat hash browns.
  • Observed food debris and packets of foods and condiments accumulated on floor in dry storage.
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook wearing watch. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed heavy buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. Pail of brown liquid substance under handwash sink in 3 bin sink area of kitchen.
2/14/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed heavy build-up of food debris reach in cooler shelves
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food./raw whole shell eggs over vegetable ready to eat Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination./to go cups Corrected On Site.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
10/27/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/27/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner./bowls by steamer ,plates front line and tall spoons
  • Drain cover(s) missing./drain by dishmachine
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried./cambros/glasses
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable./ice scoop bucket cracked/soiled
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink./75 degrees f back employee handwashing sink
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust./dead insects light shields and vents
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect./ scooping ice into buckets with scoop andd hand
  • Observed build-up of grease dripping under filters by hood
  • Observed cutting board heavily grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable./cooks line
  • Critical - Observed employee switch from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands./raw pork to ready to eat and also not switcing gloves Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed employee with ineffective hair restraint.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water./front line
  • Observed gaskets with heavy slimy/mold-like build-up./reach in cooler
  • Critical - Observed heavy accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical - Observed heavy buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine./also on filters on front
  • Critical - Observed heavy soil buildup inside ice bin./by coffee machine
  • Critical - Observed missing/inaccurate/damaged gauges on dishmachine./thermometer for hot water rinse not working and no heat strips available
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food./raw pork over cooked pork
  • Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Observed residue/soil build-up on shelf for bowls chili area
  • Critical - Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed walk-in freezer fan blade cover missing
  • Critical - Thermotape failed to turn black to indicate that the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface. MUST MANUALLY SANITIZE UNTIL PROPER PPM DISPENSES-observed employee not taking dishes back to be sanitized Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses./cooks line
8/24/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Employee handwash sink by 3 bin sink-faucet does not turn-hot water only available.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Ripped piece of brown cardboard on shelf in reach-in cooler under raw and ready to eat foods.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Water at handwash sink on cookline/dishwash area temped at 90 F.
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. Manager with proof was sent to store to be complied on site.
  • 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. At least one employee without proof-states transferred from Waffle House at other side of I-95.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust. Exhaust fans in restrooms heavily soiled and appear to be not functioning.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint-one male and one female without restraints. Female doing dishes states she is hostess. Male manager in training without restraiints.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Orange Home Depot paint bucket used to transfer ice from ice maker to ice bins. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw ssausage patties and raw bacon stored over open package of canadian bacon.
3/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. 6# can of sliced mushrooms badly dented and food comprimised. Stop sale issued. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an ice machine stored under a sticky fly paper type trap. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Raw hamburger stored over raw pork. Corrected On Site. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Lids on clean dish shelf.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several towels throughout kitchen. Corrected On Site several times. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Handwash sink in back kitchen, across from office-draining onto floor.
  • Observed moderate grease accumulated under cooking equipment throughout kitchen.
  • 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. At least one new employee on duty today.
8/24/2010Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/20/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans. 2 #10 cans of Heinz pickles.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Waffle batter holding at 50 F.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. Server scooped ice with drinking glass.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. Cook was touching all foods when inspection began. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Cook cracked eggs and continued touching utensils and dishes without washing and changing gloves. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Orange home depot bucket used to transport ice.
  • Critical. Thermotape failed to turn black to indicate that the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface. Repeat Violation. Tested with 3 strips fro 2 different packs. Advised to dip all in 3 bin sink sanitizer.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
3/19/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Grits held at 120 F. Manager voluntarily threw out approx 4 lbs.
  • Critical. Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Sausage gravy holding 125F. Reaheat to 165 then hold.
  • Critical. Stem type thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Thermometer approximately 8 degrees off. Calibrated both thermometers, inspectors and facilities.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice-coffee station near office door.. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. cook not washing after cracking dcshell eggs-then touching handles and utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. 2 times through machine, did not turn strip. Must discontinue use for sanitizing and utilize 3 bin until properly working. Must be complied at next unannounced inspection to avoid administrative actions.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Mop sink at back door full of garbage.
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Repeat Violation. Must be corrected at next unannounced inspection to avoid administrative actions.
  • Dumpster area has noxious oder and many flies.
  • Critical. Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Two fly strips hanging in 3 bin sink area and near ice bin. Manager disposed of strips. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. Spray bottle marked lysol in storeroom. Corrected On Site.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification and no one certifed at this location.
8/27/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair-triple door cold holding unit on cookline.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits-waffle makers heavily soiled.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces-interiors of cold hold drawers and cabinentry heavily encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical. Air gap not installed-hand wash sink adjacent to office area.
  • Critical. Observed spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees-3 bin sink.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions-3 bin sink.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory-3 bin sink.
  • Observed grease or other accumulated black on kitchen floor and throughout.
  • Observed wall in disrepair-broken cove molding and other floor/wall components.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair-at leadt one tile near wic missing.
  • Ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by heavy mildew smell-building closed up for 4-5 months.
  • Critical. Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification-Manager and employees not in place at this time-facility has 60 days from date of hire to comply.
7/8/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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