Whitney's Seafood Restaurant, 21371 Ne Sr 20, Hosford, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: WHITNEY'S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 21371 Ne Sr 20, Hosford, FL 32334
License #: 4900067
Total inspections: 8
Last inspection: 12/13/2012

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

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  • Critical - Observed beef cold held at 51F in kitchen refrigerator, manager states item has not been held longer than three hours.
  • Critical - Observed box of tomatoes stored on kitchen floor.
  • Observed female child in the food preparation, food storage, and warewashing area.
  • Observed grease/debris accumulated on kitchen floor beneath equipment.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink near three compartment sink used for purposes other than handwashing with multiple soiled cloths stored inside.
  • Critical - Observed interior of kitchen microwave soiled with old food debris.
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by three dead roaches found in lower kitchen cabinet across from grill by flour. Observed one dead roach in lower kitchen cabinet #2 by bag of flower across from grill. Observed four (4) dead roaches in kitchen drawers across from grill.
  • Critical - Observed three compartment sink unable to properly drain (stopped up) from apparent failed septic system at rear of establishment. Observed piping from establishment leaking to ground at rear of establishment with objectionable Oder outside of employee work area.
12/13/2012Complaint FullCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical - Observed beef cold held at 51?F in kitchen refrigerator, manager states item has not been held longer than three hours.
  • Critical - Observed box of tomatoes stored on kitchen floor.
  • Observed female child in the food preparation, food storage, and warewashing area.
  • Observed grease/debris accumulated on kitchen floor beneath equipment.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink near three compartment sink used for purposes other than handwashing with multiple soiled cloths stored inside.
  • Observed in-use kitchen grits scoop utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed interior of kitchen microwave soiled with old food debris.
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by three dead roaches found in lower kitchen cabinet across from grill by flour. Observed one dead roach in lower kitchen cabinet #2 by bag of flower across from grill. Observed four (4) dead roaches in kitchen drawers across from grill.
  • Critical - Observed three compartment sink unable to properly drain (stopped up) from apparent failed septic system at rear of establishment. Observed piping from establishment leaking to ground at rear of establishment with objectionable Oder outside of employee work area.
12/12/2012Complaint FullEmergency order recommended
  • FOUND TABLE TOP REACH-IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR NOT WORKING AND FULL OF DIRTY DISHES - NO FOOD ITEMS FOUND INSIDE
  • OBSERVED ALL KITCHEN STAFF WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS
  • OBSERVED CUTTING MATS HEAVILY-GROOVED
  • Critical - OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASH HANDS LESS THAN 20 SECONDS AND NOT USE PAPER TOWEL TO TURN OFF FAUCET
  • Critical - OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING DISHES WITHOUT PROPERLY SANITIZING AFTER THE WASH AND RINSE PROCESS
  • OBSERVED FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT HEAVILY SOILED WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS
  • OBSERVED FROG LEGS IN REAR REACH-IN COOLER AT 44 ?F, NOT HELD MORE THAN FOUR HOURS
  • Critical - OBSERVED FROG LEGS, SCALLOPS, AND FISH IN OLD OYSTER BUCKETS NOT PROPERLY LABELED
  • OBSERVED MOP NOT HUNG FOR DRYING - COS
  • OBSERVED MOP SINK HEAVILY SOILED
  • OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN SMALL BLACK REACH-IN COOLER
  • OBSERVED NON-HANDLE PORTION CUP STORED IN BUCKET WITH SCALLOPS IN FRIDGE
  • OBSERVED RAW EGGS STORED ABOVE PRODUCE AND SAUCES IN REAR REACH-IN COOLER
  • OBSERVED SHREDDED CHEESE STORED ON PREP TABLE AT 61 ?F, NOT HELD MORE THAN FOUR HOURS
  • OBSERVED TORN GASKETS ON REAR REACH-IN COOLER
  • Critical - OBSERVED UNAPPROVED JEWELRY WORN BY KITCHEN EMPLOYEE
  • OBSERVED UNNECESSARY ITEMS ON FLOOR IN CORNER AT REAR AREA
  • OBSERVED UTENSILS BEING STORED IN STANDING WATER ON TABLE TOP REACH-IN COOLER
  • OBSERVED VINEGAR STORED WITH CHEMICALS IN REAR STORAGE AREA - COS
10/4/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. WALL BEHIND BREADING AREA
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
4/25/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed employee improperly washing hands.
  • Critical - Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands.Observed the handsink in the kitchen has a shrimp bucket inside the handsink.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice inside the ice bin in the kitchen. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.Observed raw fish over ready to eat salad inside the reachin cooler in the back area.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.Observed uncovered tea container not covered with a lid.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food inside the reachin cooler in the back area.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease on the outside where the hoods system is connected to the building has grease buildup.
11/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/8/2011Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical - Violation: 53A-01-2 Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 6-9-11.
  • Critical - Violation: 53B-08-1 No proof of required employee training provided. This violation must be corrected by : 6-9-11.
6/10/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical - Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit; salad cooler thermometer reads 51F and food products temp 41F.
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink; kitchen.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 6-9-11.
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit; fish cooler.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. This violation must be corrected by : 6-9-11.
  • Critical - Observed an employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves.
  • Critical - Observed employee fail to wash hands when donning gloves.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor; box of onions and bags of frozen shrimp in kitchen.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and produce; tub of raw oysters next to lettuce.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods; shell eggs over cheese and dressings.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue; fish cooler.
  • Critical - Observed packaged food not labeled as specified by law; bulk containers of flour, salt, sugar (?)
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination; invert to go boxes. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by food; oven cleaner next to vinegar and fry oil on shelf.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
4/7/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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