BIG NICK'S BBQ

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6lb can of black beans dented and two 6lb cans of ranchero beans rusted. Operator labeled 'do not use' and separated to be returned to distributor. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at end of cook line blocked by cooking equipment. Operator removed equipment. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled bottles. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at prep area. Operator labeled spray bottle. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

Basic - Single-service coffee filters improperly stored at dry storage. Operator removed and placed filters at proper storage. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license 12/01/23

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to dry storage blocked by garbage container. Operator removed it to correct storage. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - 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 no employee health reporting agreement signed. Provided operator one copy of employee health reporting agreement. Employees started reading and signing at time of inspection. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal items stored with single use items. Operator removed items to correct storage. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee prep wearing bracelet. Employee removed bracelet at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed pickle container stored on floor at walk-in cooler. Operator removed it to correct storage. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored on shelving near foods items. Operator removed chemical. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - 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. Operator completed form before leaving inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two small CO2 tanks by hand sink are not secure.

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw turkey sitting on table. Per operator item was thawing. Discussed with operator the proper thawing methods of under refrigeration or under cold running water. Operator put turkey in sink under running water. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - 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/ Establishment has two certified managers but neither were on site while 4 employees were working.

Intermediate - 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. Two employees have training other two employees hired over 60 days are currently working on training'

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard used as liner under prep tables'