Wildcat Grill, 902 Highway 17 South, Wauchula, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: WILDCAT GRILL
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 902 Highway 17 South, Wauchula, FL 33873
License #: 3500171
Total inspections: 19
Last inspection: 09/05/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.( observed souffl cup stored in bulk black pepper in dry storage)
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. ( observed CO2 tank not secure in waitress area)
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.( observed employee engaged in food prep not wearing hair restraint)
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.( observed missing light shield in walk in freezer)
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.( observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler at cook line)
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.( observed wet wiping cloth stored on clean dish rack in dish area)
  • High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment.( observed can of raid ant and roach spray under prep table)
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food found greater than 47 degrees Fahrenheit but less than 70 degrees Fahrenheit more than six hours. See stop sale. ( observed chicken,beef,pork,and gyro meat all temping at 50°F in reach in cooler at cook line, owner voluntarily discarded)
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler.( observed raw chicken on shelf above cooked pork in reach in cooler at cook line) **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler.( observed raw shell eggs stored on shelf above sliced deli meats in walk in cooler)
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. ( observed wet cloth towel stored in hand sink in waitress area)
  • Intermediate - Incomplete 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.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.( observed no paper towels at hand sink in prep area) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.( observed no soap at hand wash sink in waitress area) **Corrected On-Site**
09/05/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.( bowl used as scoop in cooked potatoes in walk in cooler) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.( condenser fan covers in walk in cooler) **Warning**
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. ( located by drink machine) **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.( cook on cook line) **Warning**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. ( microwave on cook line and waitress area) **Warning**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.( styrofoam containers not inverted on top shelf in kitchen) **Warning**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.( reach in cooler storing raw meats in kitchen) **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler.( raw beef on shelf above cooked pasta in walk in cooler) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Employee rinsed utensil in handwash sink. ( thermometer and knife rinsed in hand sink in kitchen) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. ( wet wiping cloth stored in hand sink in kitchen) **Warning**
2/18/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.( bowl used as scoop in cooked potatoes in walk in cooler) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.( condenser fan covers in walk in cooler) **Warning**
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. ( located by drink machine) **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.( cook on cook line) **Warning**
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. ( microwave on cook line and waitress area) **Warning**
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.( styrofoam containers not inverted on top shelf in kitchen) **Warning**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.( reach in cooler storing raw meats in kitchen) **Warning**
  • High Priority - License is expired and is more than 60 after expiration date. **Admin Complaint**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on new set of gloves to work with food. ( cook changed gloves without hand wash) **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler.( raw beef on shelf above cooked pasta in walk in cooler) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Employee rinsed utensil in handwash sink. ( thermometer and knife rinsed in hand sink in kitchen) **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. ( wet wiping cloth stored in hand sink in kitchen) **Warning**
2/6/2014Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.( plastic cup used as scoop in ice bin at waitress area)
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. ( cases of chicken wings) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Clean knives/utensils stored in crevices between equipment.( prep table) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. ( cook line)
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.( cook line)
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. ( cook line)
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.( top shelf at cook line) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.( cook line)
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler.( several containers)
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler.( raw shell eggs on shelf above RTE desserts) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
9/18/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.( styrofoam to go containers at cook line) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.( cook line)
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food found greater than 47 degrees Fahrenheit but less than 70 degrees Fahrenheit more than six hours. See stop sale. ( fish in reach in cooler, owner voluntarily discarded)
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. ( raw beef on shelf above cooked pasta in walk in cooler) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
5/13/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.(cookline)
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. (Cookline)
  • Critical - No chemical test kit provided when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.(cookline,prep room)
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.(old food debris stuck on slicer) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.(2cases of beef in walk in cooler)
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.( plastic bowl used as scoop in what looks like flour)
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.(3 compartment sink)
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. ( raw shell eggs stored on shelf above cooked potatoes in walk in cooler)
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. (Shelving where glasses stored inverted with buildup)
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.( tub of retried beans,rice,beef patties in walk in cooler)
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.(2 plastic bulk containers used to store what looks like flour and sugar not labeled )
11/28/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored. [Tea spoons not stored inverted in plastic container at server station ]
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. [ employee not using food grade drill with mixer head to mix mashed potatoes ]
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. [handle resting in dry catfish batter]
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. [walkin freezer]
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. [ handsink in prep area]
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. [ employees engaged in food preparation without hair restraint getting salad bar ready ]
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food preparation sinks, handsinks or warewashing machine used for purposes other than the designated use. [ ice emptied in handsink at server station ]
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. [ case of cucumbers in walkin cooler ]
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. [cookline]
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. [ to go styrofoam trays not stored inverted on top of cookline.]
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. [ knives stored in crevice on prep table ]
7/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/22/2012Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/22/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. out by mop sink.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. 3 door stainless upright at wait area maintaining foods at 50 degrees and above.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Grill drawers under cookline. Maintaining foods 47 - 51 degrees.
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Non handle scoop used in flours container.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In sugar bin. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical - No Certified Food Manager for establishment.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Ladies restroom.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Frozen roasts on walk in freezer floor.
  • Critical - Observed frozen potentially hazardous food slacking at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked and raw meats in grill drawers found at 48 to 51 degreesF. voluntarily disarded.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumping ice.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Ice bin by drink machine. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Container of raw chicken with visible splash touching container of heavy cream.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Processed and ready to eqt ham touching fish container. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Lid broken off. Observed open garbage with flies.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 3 door upright cooler . Foods found at 50 degrees and above.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.deli meats no date marks throughout establishment.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored on top ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs sitting on top of 2 lbs onions, 10 lbs. link sausage, 1 lb beef,
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. Unwashed vegetables stored over open container of ready to eat potatoes.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Eggs over cooked pasta.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. To go clamshells not stored inverted at cookline and wait prep area.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice machine.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.Potatoes,macaroni salad,rice, no date marks, no datte marks observed throughout establishment .
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Not posted in menus or in visibility of customer.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product.balony and fresh parsley and jalopeno peppers found moldy in 3 door reachin at wait prep area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no date marks throughout establishment.
3/12/2012Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in manner for proper mixing of potatoes. Non-approved mixer used.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable with styrofoam cup used to scoop grits. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.-cookline Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in walk in cooler and freezer.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification and no one certifed at this location.
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical - No Certified Food Manager for establishment.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees in women's restroom.
  • Observed bread boards grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed build-up of dust on nonfood-contact surface. soda dispenser heads.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification.expired 12/7/2011 Camil Camili
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in prep cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk in cooler.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.
  • Observed storage of maintenance tools in areas that may result in cross-contamination with tools and cleaning supplies on shelf above food prep table.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed walk-in freezer gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb-mop area.
3/1/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.-cookline
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in walkin cooler.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees in prep area.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.-cookline
  • Observed build-up of dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface on back room fan.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed water accumulation on nonfood-contact surface on tray in walkin cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.-bulk sugar bin.
9/21/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.butter brush rusted and pitted
  • Critical - Observed a splitter/multi-plug adapter in use. For reporting purposes only. on prep area
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. open coffee cup in prep area
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. potatoes on floor in walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
5/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored. knife drawer lined isoiled card board
  • Critical - Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only. by slicer missing face plate on outlet
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. open drink on drying rack
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans. badly denter can of green beans Corrected On Site.discarded
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. blade encrusted with dry debris
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walk in cooler has food stored on floor
2/24/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. not observed
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. large pan setting out on countertop
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. stored under racks in walk in cooler
  • Critical. Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.server handling open food and drinks has ornate jewerly
  • Critical. Observed an employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. server handling open food and drinks ha nail polish
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface. post on cook line has black mold like growth easily movable
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. cups and lids on floor in dry storage
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. hand sink in dish room broken Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Bathroom not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.doors to restroom not self closing
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. on line hand sink
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. large amount of black mold like growth on wall
11/4/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. large bus pan in walk cooler at 167 degree
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw eggs above cooked items in w lk in cooler
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. open drink on cook line
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. pans stored wet nested
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. hand sink at dish area bro en
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. trash around dumpster
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical. Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. large scorched area on wall in service area
8/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. hard crusty on can opner blade
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. at dish machine area
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. dish machine area
  • Plumbing system in disrepair.hand sink by dish machine handle is broken
  • Critical. Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. no self closer in both rest rooms
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. cook line hand sink has no sign
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area. large area by dish machine
  • Critical. Electrical outlet missing cover plate. For reporting purposes only. in slice area
5/26/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. no date marking observed
  • Critical. Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. soup not covered at buffet
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. raw chicken above open bucket of meat sause in walk in coole
  • Observed a nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. rusted paint brush
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. using egg crates for shelf liner
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head. grease buildup on head
  • Critical. License expired more than 30 days, but not more than 60 days, after expiration date.
1/22/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. wet towels setting out
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. hand sink at 3 bay sink broken
9/21/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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