AREPA EXPRESS SWFL

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In main reach-in cooler, raw shell eggs over ready-to-eat masa. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelving for proper storage. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On stovetop cooked plantains (119F - Hot Holding) for one hour per operator.

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed cook wash hands in triple sink. Discussed importance of using proper handwash sink with employee.

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tongs in standing water 95F on stovetop.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready-to-eat cheeses and condiments in tall glass door reach-in cooler. Operator moved to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In middle large silver reach-in cooler, cooked beef (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding) and in tall clear door reach-in cooler mozzarella cheese (50F - Cold Holding); shredded jack cheese (48F - Cold Holding) per operator after busy lunch service, less than 2 hours, with doors constantly open. Operator ice down foods for quick cooling. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bagged cooked chickens stored in handwash sink. Operator cleared the sink for use. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled under triple sink. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Next to cornstarch, herbs on shelf above triple sink. Operator separated. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at entrance to unit. Repeat Violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan on large reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of dust.

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Potable water hose connected to splitter, missing a vacuum breaker. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator has ph test strips, uses quaternary sanitizer.

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed sign for operator, operator hung the sign. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer chest.

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On flat top grill utensils in standing water 113F. Operator discarded water and refilled, with new utensils, and placed on burner for rapid heating. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.

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 operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath.

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Printed sign for operator, HR 5030-105, operator hung the sign. Corrected On-Site