CASS CAY RESTAURANT & BAR

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips at dish machine. Operator provided the test strips by the end of inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet containers stack at dish shelf with no airflow. Operator separated the containers to allow airflow. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at walk in cooler and ice machine area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed wet wiping cloth in detergent and quaternary sanitizer mixed together. Operator discarded the solution of detergent and sanitizer and placed a new container of only sanitizer. Corrected On-Site

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-13: Observed torn gasket at Walk in Cooler. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-13: Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-13: Observed unsealed concrete at Walk in Coolers and ice machine. Time Extended

High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw beef over cooked ribs at make table with partial barrier in between. Operator removed the cooked ribs from underneath the raw beef. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. Corrected On-Site

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/ Manager: Scott Mellor.

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.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents and ceiling tiles at various locations at kitchen.

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at cookline. Repeat Violation

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple tongs at oven handle. Operator removed the tongs and placed above on shelf. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete by the Walk in Cooler and Ice Machine by the back entrance to the establishment. Repeat Violation

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed partial cooked chicken over cooked meatloaf at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed fish thawing under cold water at prep sink without being removed from reduced oxygen packaging. Operator removed the fish from packaging. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees with no hair restraint at cookline.

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Dish Machine inoperable. The Dish Machine in the process of being repaired. The establishment has a 3 compartment sink set up with quaternary sanitizer. Repeat Violation

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 scoop handle touching flour at flour container. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

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

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/ George Repp,06/27/2019.

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple containers at prep area handwash sink. Operator removed the containers from blocking the handwash sink. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup behind the handles of Walk in Cooler/Freezer doors. Operator cleaned the handles. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at walk in cooler door.

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at 0ppm at bar Dish Machine due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced the empty container with a full one. Corrected to 100ppm. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw chicken over sauce at Make Table. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

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 handle touching flour at flour container. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item. Corrected On-Site

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 raw chicken over raw fish at reach in freezer. Operator removed the fish from underneath the chicken. 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. Operator printed out the vomit and diarrhea written procedure. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

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. Operator completed the documents during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator secured the tanks. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at kitchen next to wait station. Operator removed the sanitizer off the floor by replacing it with a new container and placed on shelf. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over dairy at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. 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.

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue buildup. Observed can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

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.

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at ware washing area. Educated the operator.

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at Make Table cutting board. Operator placed in sanitizer solution. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork at Make Table. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed missing grout between tiles at kitchen floor.

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at Men's restroom. Operator placed handwash sign. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue buildup. Observed soda gun at bar. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Accumulation of residue buildup in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee at prep area drink a beverage. Educated the employee.

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at breading container. Operator labeled the food item. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. Observed a container of brewed tea at bar ice bin. Operator removed the container and discarded the ice. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed exterior hose bibb at back of establishment.

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Operator placed the date on the tag. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at Make Table.

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar ice bin. Operator corrected the handle from touching the food item. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at flour container. Operator labeled the food item. Corrected On-Site