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CHECKERS DRIVE IN #1067

1610 MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. -Inocencia Hessner ServSafe certified food manager certificate with completion date of 3/11/21 expired 3/11/26. Reviewed with the manager Inocencia . Inocencia stated management to schedule training Scott Roberts has current food manager certification .
Unwashed fruits/vegetables ( boxes of whole tomatoes ) stored with ready-to-eat food ( containers of dairy mix) in walk in cooler . Manager rearranged food
Grease receptacle lid . Manager closed the lid
Open dumpster lid. Manager closed the lid
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris along the walls .

PANERA BREAD #3341

2285 ULMERTON RD, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Equipment in poor repair. Door for walk in freezer not able to close due to ice buildup
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Door to walk-in freezer left side near opening of door ice buildup due to door be not able to close.

3650 TYRONE BLVD, ST PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw fish stored over french fries in reach in freezer, neither commercially packaged. Operator moved fish to store below ready to eat foods.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cooked chorizo vacuum packaged and dated 7/30 kept frozen and thawed in batches 8/14, 8/18, and 8/19. Bacon wrapped shrimp vacuum packaged 8/7, frozen, and thawed 8/18.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on cookline prep cooler stained -soda gun nozzle behind bar soiled
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. -high temp dish machine temping at 151F. Operator tried switching it to chemical sanitize mode but it tested 0PPM chlorine. Operator set up triple sink and will sanitize dishes manually until dish machine is repaired and able to sanitize dishes properly.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cutting board on cookline prep cooler grooved
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FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES

3070 GULF TO BAY BLVD, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hardboiled eggs 46 F, butter 46 F , raw bacon 45 F in white refrigerator near window in storage room . Employee relocated food to freezer Recheck hard boiled eggs 41 F , butter 41 F , raw bacon 40 F Food moved to True refrigerator with ambient reading 39 F
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of cups stored on the floor in the storage room . Manager relocated box of cups
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee hat stored on top of microwave above box of gloves. Manager relocated employee hat
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in reach in cooler in kitchen . Manager relocated employee food to break room
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit in white refrigerator next to freezer chest . Manager placed ambient thermometer in refrigerator

MCDONALDS #5587

5464 66 ST N, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Soda nozzles soiled in soda machine near ice cream machine Operator cleaned and sanitized soda nozzles
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -in reach in freezer
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. -sanitize solution near registers soiled with black debris floating in it. Operator made new sanitize bucket.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

3401 5TH AVE N, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in center of kitchen. Manager on duty replaced.

4785 GULF BLVD, ST.PETE BEACH · Pinellas County

In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in stainless steel container observed on the stove top burner temping at 77 degrees.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer spray bottle testing at 200+ PPM. Discussed diluting the chlorine with water and testing the strength with the person in charge.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs and deli container of raw chicken wings stored above buss tub of unwashed produce. Items moved to bottom on cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items stored inside reach in deli cooler across from the cook line: cooked curry chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding) PIC stated they were left out for 45 minutes to an hour. Items were moved to the deep freezer to bring down the temperatures rapidly. Re-temped at 4pm: cooked curry chicken (43F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (39F - Cold Holding) Food items stored on stove: butter (66F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (74F - Cold Holding) Discussed keeping all TCS food items at 41 degrees or below or utilizing Time as a Public Health Control. Written procedures were emailed to the person in charge during the inspection..
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Containers of cooked chicken and cooked curry chicken. Discussed date marking with PIC.
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SWEET CAROLINES MAB

1840 MEASE DR SUITE 102, SAFETY HARBOR · Pinellas County

Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food container soaking in hand wash sink. Operator removed
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

4620 49TH ST N, ST PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. -operator handled bread with bare hands Operator discarded bread, washed hands and put on gloves before continuing sandwich preparation.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener blade soiled -Sandwich press soiled
Stored food not covered. -Black beans in uncovered pan in freezer
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. -causing my throat and eyes to burn Operator had hood system turned off, she turned it on.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -in front counter area and in mop sink area
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SACRED SPICE TAMPA BAY

2325 ULMERTON RD STE 28, CLEARWATER · Pinellas County

Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed 1 with internal food safety training Nivethraj February 26-cook Sam dec 25 prep Srilatha April 26 service Francisco prep Jan 25
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 1 with internal food safety training Nivethraj February 26-cook Sam dec 25 prep Srilatha April 26 service Francisco prep Jan 25
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed papers on wall all out of date. Nivethraj February 26-cook Sam dec 25 prep Srilatha April 26 service Francisco prep Jan 25
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Observed 1 with internal food safety training Nivethraj February 26-cook Sam dec 25 prep Srilatha April 26 service Francisco prep Jan 25
Inside/outside of dumpster not clean.
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5864 PARK BLVD, PINELLAS PARK · Pinellas County

Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside near walk in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Door leading to walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Throughout establishment

CMX TYRONE SQUARE

2998 TYRONE BLVD N, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Live, small flying insects found. 2 live flies behind bar near bar taps Operator killed both flies and sanitized area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -buildup of residue on grill on cookline -cutting board on cookline stained
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cutting board on cookline grooved
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of cookline equipment have grease and food debris -reach in cooler gaskets soiled behind concession stand

PIZZA HUT #4641

1421 34 ST N, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine testing at 0 ppm. Manager tried priming unit however cycle-on function appears to be incorrectly operating. Manager set up three compartment sink to utilize ware washing.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.

JIMMY'S SPORTS BAR

3510 34 ST N, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings stored in walk-in cooler missing date marking.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Located between prep table and reach-in cooler across from flat top grill. Knives removed.
Ice buildup in white reach-in chest freezer located next to fryers.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Stored wet inside mop bucket at mop sink.
Bathroom door left open to mens restroom other than during cleaning or maintenance. Door was closed.
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BETTERWAY BAR-B-QUE CATERING COMPANY LLC

1700 34 ST S, ST. PETERSBURG · Pinellas County

Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels next to hand wash sink.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Excessive amount of rust on flat top and 2 burner cook-rite.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Service window is missing screens to prevent possible environmental contamination when not serving the public.

PALACE ITALIAN RESTAURANT

6120 US 98 N, LAKELAND · Polk County

Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm);
Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield. Manager cleaned interior shield.

1101 S FLORIDA AVE, LAKELAND · Polk County

Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the 3-compartment sink
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Using duct tape on ceiling to hold tiles

AUBURDALE MAIN STREET DINER

415 MAIN ST, AUBURNDALE · Polk County

Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed in food preparation area at room temperature employee placed under cold, running water.
Accumulation of rust build up in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior white shield. Employee removed interior flap and cleaned

118 E CRYSTAL AVE, LAKE WALES · Polk County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach cooler raw ground beef over container of sour cream, operator removed raw ground beef from on top of container of sour cream

2919 S FLORIDA AVE, LAKELAND · Polk County

Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Slice cheese in walk-in cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored. Several cases of straws and Togo item on floor in stockroom
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Above prep table.

1502 NW 42 ST, WINTER HAVEN · Polk County

Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, or dust. Observed on shelves on cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on roller door at rear exit.
Accumulation of debiin the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior sides of unit in dish area.

1070 WEDGEWOOD ESTATE BLV, LAKELAND · Polk County

Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of Mac and cheese in flip top unit, employee removed portion cup.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in bar area along bar wall.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Manager secured tank.

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