Waffle House, 7999 Pensacola Blvd, Pensacola, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: Waffle House
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 7999 Pensacola Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32534-4250
License #: 2702538
Total inspections: 23
Last inspection: 09/30/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Clean plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Ordered replacement license for operator. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up: walk-in cooler, lowboys.
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container: hashbrowns. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair: to left of cookline.
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface: reach-in cooler (not currently working), outside of left side ice bin, covered cutout to left of ice bin.
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer: case of sausage open. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to work with food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine: interior of lid. **Repeat Violation**
09/30/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles: reach-in coolers. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair: on cookline.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment, waffle batter accumulated on floor in front of waffle batter reach-in. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container: handle of hashbrown scoop touching product. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets: lowboys. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Standing water in reach-in cooler: rear unit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated dust and food debris: by front handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • 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 food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler: waffle batter over hashbrowns in rear reach-in unit, philly steaks behind ham and above tortillas in lowboy. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/with ready-to-eat food in walk-in freezer - not all products commercially packaged: burgers over sausage (sausage open). **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black mold-like substance inside the ice bin: drink station bin. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine, on inside of lid, and on ice deflector. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection: chili 46° (made yesterday afternoon). Observed operator disposing of product. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue: waffle batter reach-in. **Corrected On-Site**
6/27/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair: egg and meat reach-in to left of cookline.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler: raw shell eggs over hashbrowns in back reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when soiled: handled raw shell eggs and raw bacon, then handled toast. Discussed with manager.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine and lid is soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink: back handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
2/26/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • Basic - Dry storage shelf rusted.
  • Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair: under waffle makers, to left of cooktop
11/14/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. **Corrected On-Site**
3/28/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food (shell eggs) held under time as a public health control without time marking indicating 4-hour limit above the cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
11/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 1 6. 14-36-1: Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding units in poir repair.
7/17/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • 6. 14-36-1: Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding units in poir repair.
6/26/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on shelves in cabinets under counters.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding units in poor repair.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of liquid residue. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit (beef, pork, eggs, milk). This violation must be corrected by : 6/26/12.
  • Observed single-service items (napkins, cutlery) stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed soil accumulated under equipment and dishwash area.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle (sanitizer). Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Walk-in cooler incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. This violation must be corrected by : 6/26/12.
6/25/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding units (wait station cooler, cookline upright cooler) in poor repair.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue (4-door cooler). Corrected On Site.
  • Observed leaking drain pipe on the handwash sink in the rear.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening (canned mushrooms). Corrected On Site.
10/4/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed apple pie slice with mold-like growth. 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 (bowl in chopped onions as a scoop). Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening (3 slices of apple pie). Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed in spray bottles. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. See Stop Sale. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food not consumed/sold after thawing when pre and post thawing refrigeration time exceeds 7 days (dated 6/29, discard date 7/5). Food may not be served. Corrected On Site.
9/8/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
8/30/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Violation: 03B-03-1 Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above (gravy). Reheated to 165 F and returned to hot holding. Corrected On Site.
5/13/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical - Observed 4 dead Palmetto bugs on premises. This violation must be corrected by : 5/13/11.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of liquid residue. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed (chlorine). Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above (gravy). Reheated to 165 F and returned to hot holding. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked (chili). Corrected On Site.
5/12/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Observed Men's bathroom door does not lock as designed to ensure user privacy.
  • Critical - Observed interior of 3-door reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of liquid residue. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed opened/prepared container/package of ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food that does not bear a consume/sell by date/label (chocolate milk, 4 pts). Food may not be served.
2/3/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented #10 can of mushroom stems & pieces. Product not to be used. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit in the countertop cooler. Product moved to other cooler until issue is resolved. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures (countertop cooler). Service called, unit taken out of service until checked/repaired. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in the walk-in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of liquid food residue. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink in rear area not clean. Corrected On Site.
8/12/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening (milk carton). Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit in reach-in cooler at end of front line. Maintenance called.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit at front line in poor repair.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on shake mixer head.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the walk-in cooler.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed debris accumulated on walk-in freezer floor.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle (sanitizer). Corrected On Site.
5/12/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food held using time as a public health control with no time marking (eggs stored above cookline). Food may not be served. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on reach-in cold holding unit in poor repair.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed dirt/grease accumulated under cooking equipment line.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item (glass cleaner) stored by food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Corrected On Site.
12/22/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding units in poor repair.
  • Violation: 29-11-1 Observed leaking fixture under soda dispenser.
8/14/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding units in poor repair.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed leaking fixture under soda dispenser.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found (1 live, 1 dead). This violation must be corrected by : 8/14/09.
  • Critical. Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present (drain pipe/ conduit behind ice machine).
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers over cook/prep line.
8/13/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 3/17/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 12/24/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/29/2008Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended

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