CAFE TEMPTATION

High Priority - Sanitizer not used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket at 0ppm. Employee refilled bucket with a final reading of 100ppm. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker missing at mop sink.

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/ Observed four employees no manager onsite. Manager arrived during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Lianet, Andrea hired more than sixty days no proof of training.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed employee use a small plastic to go dressing container as a scoop.

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles at dining area where food preparation is conducted not smooth and easily cleaned.

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee at front counter engaging in food preparation wearing b bracelets and watches.

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers at ware washing.

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed knife handle in poor repair.

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle.

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 food manager certificate for Carlos Gonzalez expired on 7-30-2024

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. Printed and provided to Manager at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot water at three compartment sink at 83F after running water for approximately 5 minutes. As per Manager water heater recently stopped functioning, in the process of contacting repair technician. Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located at men's restroom used by customers and food employees. Manager refilled paper towel dispenser. 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. Discussed and printed employee reporting agreement forms for all employees. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic cleaning substance not labeled, stored near front counter register. Manager labeled chemical spray bottle. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at handwash sinks throughout restaurant establishment between 82F-84F, after running water for approximately 5 minutes. As per Manager water heater recently stopped functioning, in the process of contacting repair technician. Warning

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed pours ceiling tiles at front counter area, were coffee/espresso is prepared. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed or posted at bulletin board at time of inspection. Provided instructions on how to self print license to Manager. Warning

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and heavily grooved located behind front counter. Repeat Violation Warning

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed rice and beans (50F - Cooling); lamb (52F - Cooling); steak (52F - Cooling).

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed rice and beans (50F - Cooling); lamb (52F - Cooling); steak (52F - Cooling).

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham croquettes (119F - Hot Holding) in a hot box at the front counter. As per the manager the items were only there for approximately one hour. The manager reheated the items to 169°F. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on the mop sink.

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board in the front counter area soiled.

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a trash can blocking the sink at the front counter. The owner moved the trash can. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl in the Parmesan cheese on the preparation reach in cooler. The owner removed the bowl. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the front counter area.

Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed a water bottle in the ice bin of the ice machine at the front counter. The owner removed the bottle. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled. Observed the walk-in cooler and reach in cooler gaskets soiled.

Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed a stack of cup carriers on the floor in the front area. The owner moved the item. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Isel Echevarria, working for more than 60 days with no proof of employee training.

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of reach in cooler at cook line.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Small prep table next to the three compartment sink, hand wash sink interior.

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Under prep table next to the three compartment sink.

Basic - Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers. On preparation at cook line.