SAKURA SUSHI

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Chlorine at 0ppm. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: Observed invoice for replacement of dishwasher, dishwasher sanitizing 0 ppm. Time Extended

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. Observed no form or kit, inspector emailed operator form. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand isn't behind sushi bar with soiled rag stored inside. Observed container of rice stored in hand sink in kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: observed dishes stored in hand sink at kitchen area Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed no indication of raw items on menu. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: Observed no indication of raw items on menu. 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. Manager unable to provide proof of employee training. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: observed unapproved food handler training. 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. Observed manager unable to prove employees are informed of their responsibilities. Inspector emailed manager form. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath exterior door into alley. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: Observed gap beneath exterior door into alley. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior toaster behind sushi bar soiled. Observed double oven in kitchen area soiled on the inside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: Observed interior toaster behind sushi bar soiled. Observed double oven in kitchen area soiled on the inside. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler to the right of kitchen entrance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: Observed standing water in reach in cooler to the right of kitchen entrance. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed fridge, shelving units, old equipment stored in back of restaurant next to dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: Observed fridge, shelving units, old equipment stored in back of restaurant next to dumpster Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: Observed unsealed concrete in kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of bread crumbs and flour not labeled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-12: Observed containers of bread crumbs and flour not labeled. Time Extended

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Chlorine at 0ppm. Warning

High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee cleaning dishes at three compartment sink, then begin removing ready to eat food from fryer with no handwash. Inspector coached manager on proper handwashing techniques in between tasks. Warning

High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee eating on prep table and then stir noodles in pot without handwash. Inspector coached manager on proper handwash techniques between tasks. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over fresh herbs. Operator reversed order. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored above raw fish in reach in freezers, operator moved order. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. 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. Observed no form or kit, inspector emailed operator form. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand isn't behind sushi bar with soiled rag stored inside. Observed container of rice stored in hand sink in kitchen area. Warning

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed no indication of raw items on menu. Warning

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen area. Employee brought inspector napkins. 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. Manager unable to provide proof of employee training. 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. Observed manager unable to prove employees are informed of their responsibilities. Inspector emailed manager form. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwash sink in kitchen area. Employee gave inspector soap. Warning

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Warning

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed both hand sinks with water at 80F. Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls used as scoops for rice. Inspector explained to operator the proper utensils to use, manager removed bowls from rice. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating ceviche on top of prep table while engaging in food cooking. Warning

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone charging on prep table cutting board. Observed bag of change stored above clean plates behind sushi area. Warning

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed chef in kitchen preparing food with no hair restraint. Repeat Violation Warning

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 employee washing and rinsing dishes in water with soap and Clorox. Sanitizer wasn't set up. Inspector explained proper order, employee dumped water and restarted the triple sink in proper order. Warning

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath exterior door into alley. Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of rice stored on floor in back storage behind restaurant. Manager moved to higher shelf. Observed container of soy sauce stored on floor by exit door. Manager moved to shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 112F. Explained to employee the proper temperature for utensils to be in water. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior toaster behind sushi bar soiled. Observed double oven in kitchen area soiled on the inside. Warning

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed containers of soy sauce used to hold sugar. Warning

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler to the right of kitchen entrance. Warning

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen salmon being thawed on top of bucket ambiently. Inspector coached manager on proper thawing methods. Operator put fish into reach in cooler. Warning

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed fridge, shelving units, old equipment stored in back of restaurant next to dumpster. Warning

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in kitchen area. Warning

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of bread crumbs and flour not labeled. Warning