SABOR VENEZOLANO KENDALL

High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator added chlorine, retest Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm) Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment operating to the public with expired license. License expired on 10/1/25.

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef inside walk in cooler without date marked. As per operator for more than a day. Observed corn tamales. Inside reach in cooler at storage area without date marked. As per operator for more than a day. Operator started to date mark products. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board across cook line on prep table. Repeat Violation

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle on prep table at prep area. Opera discarded the bottle. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and Keys next to cooking spices on shelve above prep table. Operator removed the items. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach n freezer door gaskets torn next to oven.

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Discussed and provided to operator via email. Operator printed out and posted. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves soiled at hallway. Repeat Violation

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt under prep table without label. Operator labeled during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw burger patties stored over tostones in grill drawer. Operator relocated products. Corrected On-Site

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 operator with handout via email Repeat Violation

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 no certified food manager with 4+ employees working at beginning of inspection. Manager arrived during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At prep table across from cook line Repeat Violation

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed triple sink not properly set up in correct order. Operator set up sink properly for wash, rinse, and sanitize. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of raw chicken stored on floor inside walk in freezer. Operator picked up box. Corrected On-Site

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between reach in cooler flip top at cook line. Operator removed knives. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with handout via email

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed standing reach in cooler shelves soiled in prep area Repeat Violation

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside bucket next to mop sink

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt not labeled under prep table. Operator labeled container. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked pork in the reach in cooler across from the dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Still observed Time Extended

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork in walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Still observed Time Extended

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken(50F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding) ;shredded chicken salad (51F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across from the stove. As per operator since yesterday. Stop sale issued and operator discarded the items. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Observed shredded chicken salad (51F - Cold Holding) shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding) and also observed plantains (51F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across from the stove. As per employee less than 3 hours, Inspector instructed operator to not use the unit until it is fixed. Admin Complaint

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Observed no certified food service manager on duty with five employees present and working.Time Extended Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no training for Gaston, as per employee he has been working here for 6 years. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a container of cooked pork,cooked potatoes,cooked carrots and cooked eggs in the walk in cooler with no label. As per operator for over 24 hours. Inspector instructed operator to label the container. Also observed desserts at front counter not date marked. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Still observed no labels on food. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice bin soiled at ice machine at the front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Still observed Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in sugar container in the kitchen area. Also observed bowl in chicken bouillon container in the kitchen area. Operator removed the bowls. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Still observed Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on the handles of the walk in cooler and freezer. Also observed on the standing reach in coolers in the kitchen area across from the preparation table. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Still observed Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with deep cut marks next to reach in cooler across from the stove in the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Still observedTime Extended Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on flour bag at cook line. Operator removed the scoop. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Still observed Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed on unit across cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Still observed Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed in walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers storing cooked food. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in all units throughout the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of grease on the walls throughout the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Still observed Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several WC's throughout the kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents ceiling tiles soiled with mold like substance, kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in the walk-in cooler, freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: Time Extended

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed breads stored in black plastic bags, located in the the reach in cooler,dry storage. Corrected On-Site

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

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler opposite office:black beans ,as per operator from last night, (50F - Cold Holding)

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler opposite office:black beans ,as per operator from last night, (50F - Cold Holding)

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed black bean's packed too deep .

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

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen, ware washing area and refrigeration storage area Repeat Violation

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and in disrepair,unit opposite cookline. Observed reach in freezer by ovens,gaskets torn and in disrepair.

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

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the walk-in freezer.

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of convection ovens soiled with accumulation grease and encrusted food debris.

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

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

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed marinated beef,chicken stored above cooked rice,located in the reach in cooler #3. Observed raw shell eggs above dressings,located in cooler #1. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed fan stored in kitchen unit 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 available at the time of the inspection.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Corrected On-Site

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

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the walk-in freezer.

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with accumulation encrusted food debris, unit opposite cookline. Observed interior of oven,cookline, soiled with accumulation grease and food debris. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation grease and food debris,prep unit opposite ,cookline, drawer unit.Corrected On-Site Observed exterior of bulk rice,sugar bins soiled with accumulation of grease and food debris. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for the bulk rice bin. Repeat Violation

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan cover in the walk in cooler soiled with accumulation dust.

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. As per operator operator not functioning. Operator set up 3 compartment sink. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in the walk-in cooler raw beef above cooked pork. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the cookline. Corrected On-Site

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

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on the convection ovens Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen.,ware washing area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed lid for bulk brown sugar bin broken and in disrepair.

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

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of raw pork stored on the floor of the walk-in freezer.

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

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation of grease and food debris, unit opposite cookline. Repeat violation. Observed mixer head soiled with accumulation of encrusted food debris.

Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed bags containing single serve plates stored on the dry storage floor. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for the bulk brown sugar bin.

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and handled clean plate before washing hands and putting on clean gloves, employee washed hands and put on clean gloves after acknowledging. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in the walk in cooler marinated chicken above cooked shredded beef. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw pork chops with potato fries in the reach in cooler drawer units. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on microwave opposite cookline. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Corrected On-Site

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

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in the ice machine. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed unit opposite cookline. Observed convection oven,toaster oven. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

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

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, drawer unit. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve plates at the front counter. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Observed boxes containing single served food containers stored in the mens bathroom. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles containing sauces located in the reach in cooler at the front counter. Corrected On-Site