SHAWARMA MEDITERRANEN GRILL

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler raw chicken stored in container over raw beef. Operator arranged containers based on minimum cooking temperature Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (61F - Cold Holding) in microwave across from Cook line, as per operator less than 2 hours.

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD-40 stored with clean containers on shelf to the left of three compartment sink. Operator removed can from shelf. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink to the left of reach in cooler. Operator provided paper towels. 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 Yosepp performing food preparation working less than 60 days without food employee agreement. Form was provided and signed. Corrected On-Site

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. Observed Jenifer Sanchez, hired more than 60 days, performing food preparation without employee training .

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in reach in cooler across from three compartment sink cooked rice and lentils and lentil soup cooked more than 24 hours without date marking.

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed in reach in cooler across from front counter container with employee personal food. Operator removed container from reach in cooler. Observed personal cell phone on top of preparation area across from cook line. Operator removed phone. Corrected On-Site

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at preparation table across from walk in freezer a wet towel under cutting board.

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed powder bottle next to sliced machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-14: Still observed, operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-14: Still observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some ceiling tiles damaged and some ceiling tiles with water marks at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-14: Still observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on blue cutting board at dishwashing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-14: Still observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed microwave broken turn on button.. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-14: Still observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole on wall by back door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-14: Still observed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on reach in cooler handle. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-14: Still observed, employee moved towels during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen. Operator provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water stains on ceiling tiles above triple sink. Repeat Violation

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing near triple sink. Operator placed cover on drain. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of onions stored on floor inside walk in cooler.

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 80F next to fryer. Operator removed water. Corrected On-Site

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed above three compartment sink, ceiling bubbling from water damage. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: Time Extended

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license online during the inspection,observed on refresh of inspection app. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Repeat Violation

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets containing grape leaves stored on the dry storage floor. Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed for the cooked rice located in the standing reach in cooler. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed above the prep area.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed marinated chicken stored above raw beef located in the walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed in the kitchen. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and in disrepair,standing unit. Repeat Violation

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Repeat Violation

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket containing shawarma meat stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler. Observed buckets containing grape leaves stored on the dry storage floor. Repeat Violation

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for the bulk rice,wheat bins.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed marinated chicken stored above marinated beef located in the walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and in disrepair, unit by the mop sink.

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets containing grape leaves stored on the dry storage floor. Corrected On-Site

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on the prep counter. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed for the walk-in cooler.

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in the walk-in cooler.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs above raw beef patties,raw beef located in the walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed marinated chicken above potato fries located in the walk-in freezer. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in the dry storage area.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled with accumulation dust,kitchen,prep area

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the kitchen. Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs above marinated beef located in the walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to dispense salad. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of potato fries stored on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the kitchen.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef above chick peas in the walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed water dispenser connected to hand wash sink at the kitchen. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths Observed no chlorine test strips.

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed in the kitchen.Corrected On-Site Corrected On-Site

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and in disrepair, unit by the mop sink.

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box containing potato fries, raw chicken stored on the walk in freezer floor. Observed bucket containing grape leaves on the dry storage floor.Corrected On-Site Corrected On-Site

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in the dry storage area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the walk in cooler.