METRO DELI & CAFE

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes using soap and water only, educated operator on proper setup of wash/rinse/sanitize. Warning

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cheesecake (47F - Cold Holding); mousse (48F - Cold Holding); German chocolate cake (50F - Cold Holding); chicken pastry (46F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese pastry (48F - Cold Holding); chicken pie (48F - Cold Holding); créme brûlée (48F - Cold Holding) The items were held overnight and the operator discarded. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheesecake (47F - Cold Holding); mousse (48F - Cold Holding); German chocolate cake (50F - Cold Holding); chicken pastry (46F - Cold Holding); ham and cheese pastry (48F - Cold Holding); chicken pie (48F - Cold Holding); créme brûlée (48F - Cold Holding) The items were held overnight and the operator discarded. Observed cut tomato (51F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler, they were stored above the cold line, the operator relocated to proper container. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed isopropyl alcohol stored near tomatoes. The operator relocated. Observed butane stored near seasonings. The operator relocated. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bread knife stored in handwash sink. The operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The operator replaced the paper towels. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken noodle soup, and potato salad prepared on site and held for over 24 hours not date marked. Warning

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed yuca flour, chicken seasoning, and flour mix in containers no label. Warning

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs stored at room temperature, operator states out less than 30 minutes and placed eggs in reach in cooler. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (45F - Cold Holding); cut leafy greens (48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at front line. Observed cooked potato (48F - Cold Holding); potato salad (47F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler in kitchen. The operator states will call a technician today and is working on icing items down. Warning

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided copy to operator at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

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. Provided form via email to operator at time of inspection. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon handle in flour. Warning

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided a copy to operator during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed sausages still hard frozen thawing in standing water. Educated operator on proper methods for thawing and they placed in reach in cooler for thawing. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Warning

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 expired food manager certification for Carole Sutherland , test taken on 09-01-2016. No other food manager certification available. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-03-15: Operator is in process of acquiring food manager certification but is undergoing medical issues and needs more time. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles throughout establishment. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-03-15: Observed ceiling tiles as not smooth. Time Extended

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license as expired as of 12-01-2021. Warning

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 expired food manager certification for Carole Sutherland , test taken on 09-01-2016. No other food manager certification available. Warning

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled ice chute on soda machine. Warning

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle at front counter. Operator labeled bottle. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles throughout establishment. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves in reach in cooler in dining area. Warning