Sweetwater, Miami-Dade County

109 BURGER JOINT

646 SW 109 AVE, Sweetwater, FL 33174

FoodSeating
Latest violations
1
1 Intermediate
Mar 8, 2024
City
Sweetwater
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Ownership Changed
Inspections
9

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Mar 8, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

22-02-4

Detail 22706262

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting boards at cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: Observed Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting boards at cook line. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: Observed Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting boards at cook line. Time Extended

Feb 29, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 3Basic: 4Total: 7

22-02-4

Detail 22684831

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting boards at cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: Observed Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting boards at cook line. Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 22684828

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 food training for any of the employees. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: Observed 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 food training for any of the employees. Time Extended

11-26-1

Detail 22684830

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. Provided form during inspection. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: Observed 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. Time Extended

08B-38-4

Detail 22684833

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: Observed Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. Time Extended

10-06-5

Detail 22684829

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle in contact inside plastic container in contact with flour. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: Observed In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle in contact inside plastic container in contact with flour on shelve under preparation table. Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 22684832

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan cover at walk in. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: Observed Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan cover at walk in. Time Extended

42-01-4

Detail 22684827

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Time Extended

Dec 7, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 7Basic: 8Total: 17

50-17-3

Detail 22495297

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Manager paid during inspection. Corrected On-Site

41-10-4

Detail 22495287

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed fryer cleaning tablets stored over food preparation table.

11-27-4

Detail 22495292

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 form during inspection.

22-02-4

Detail 22495284

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting boards at cook line.

53A-01-7

Detail 22495290

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

31B-02-4

Detail 22495295

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter and at kitchen area. Repeat Violation

53B-01-5

Detail 22495298

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 food training for any of the employees.

11-26-1

Detail 22495288

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. Provided form during inspection.

41-17-4

Detail 22495282

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed lysol spray bottle not identified with a common name. Employee removed during inspection.

08B-49-4

Detail 22495285

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not segregated from public service food inside reach in cooler and reach in freezer.

08B-38-4

Detail 22495293

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 22495286

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

10-17-4

Detail 22495289

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife stored between equipment at cook line. Employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-06-5

Detail 22495296

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle in contact inside plastic container in contact with flour.

23-03-4

Detail 22495283

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan cover at walk in. Repeat Violation

33-31-5

Detail 22495291

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unused toilet stored at kitchen storage next back exit door.

42-01-4

Detail 22495294

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

Mar 7, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 4Basic: 7Total: 11

11-27-4

Detail 21836793

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 form during inspection.

22-02-4

Detail 21836800

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled white cutting boards in cook line.

31B-02-4

Detail 21836794

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. Manager restocked during inspection. Corrected On-Site

11-26-1

Detail 21836797

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. Provided form during inspection.

36-34-5

Detail 21836795

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

13-03-4

Detail 21836792

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

08B-38-4

Detail 21836801

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor next to walk in cooler door.

36-24-5

Detail 21836798

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall next to back door.

10-17-4

Detail 21836791

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between reach in coolers.

23-03-4

Detail 21836799

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers.

21-12-4

Detail 21836796

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

Jul 29, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 5Basic: 8Total: 13

22-02-4

Detail 21234090

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

31A-09-4

Detail 21234079

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a bucket inside of front hand wash sink. Employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 21234087

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee restocked during inspection. Corrected On-Site

05-08-4

Detail 21234081

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

41-17-4

Detail 21234088

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with cleaner solution not labeled with common name. Employee labeled correctly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 21234085

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in ice machine located at front counter.

14-01-5

Detail 21234084

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in salt container. Employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

40-06-5

Detail 21234091

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on preparation table. Employee removed during inspection.

08B-38-4

Detail 21234082

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

10-01-5

Detail 21234083

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 in flour and panko containers. Employee stored properly during inspection. Corrected On-Site

21-10-4

Detail 21234080

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed in preparation table.

06-01-5

Detail 21234086

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a container with shrimp (frozen) on preparation table. Employee moved to walk in cooler during inspection. Corrected On-Site

21-12-4

Detail 21234089

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in preparation table. Also in front counter. Employee stored inside sanitizer bucket during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Feb 16, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

53B-01-5

Detail 20866647

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. Rosa has been working 7 years. - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-16: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-16: The manager is not on site. Still missing food handler training for Rosa Blanco. Admin Complaint

Dec 16, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

53B-01-5

Detail 20730973

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. Rosa has been working 7 years. - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-16: Time Extended

Dec 15, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 9

50-17-2

Detail 20729147

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Manager paid license. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 20729152

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw pork and Hamburger at 45F in reach in cooler. Employee lowered temperature and put a bag of ice. macaroni (45 F- Cold Holding); Blue Cheese chunks (46 F- Cold Holding); in walk in cooler. Employee lowered temperature in walk in cooler and went down to 36F Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 20729149

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda machine and reach in coolers in bar soiled.

53B-01-5

Detail 20729144

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. Rosa has been working 7 years.

22-20-5

Detail 20729151

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine in front on the counter next to coffee machine.

10-01-5

Detail 20729150

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Flour container. Corrected On-Site

33-16-4

Detail 20729148

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

25-06-4

Detail 20729145

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Corrected On-Site

21-09-4

Detail 20729146

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed two dirty wiping cloths on top of prep line.

Jul 1, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 7

14-86-1

Detail 20312620

High Priority - Basic - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container.

41-05-4

Detail 20312623

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Hot shot flying insect. Observed operator discard at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site

53A-05-6

Detail 20312619

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/

36-32-5

Detail 20312621

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen near walk in cooler.

14-74-7

Detail 20312622

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach in cooler located near cook line area.

35B-01-4

Detail 20312618

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

05-09-4

Detail 20312617

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler near cook line area.