SENOR LECHON Y MAS LLC

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment expanded into adjacent suite adding increased seating and bar with no hand wash sink. Added ice cream scooping station and dessert display cabinet at front counter. No plan review submitted or approved. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-19: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment expanded into adjacent suite adding increased seating. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-19: Time Extended

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched garbage can/soiled bag of garbage while changing bags from can and then handled clean knife and cooked potatoes while cutting without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands and changed gloves. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. 3 live, small flying insects in dinning room flying on inside of window. 1 live, small flying insect in back storage area. Advised Operator to eliminate live, small flying insects. Admin Complaint

High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server handled soiled dishes while removing from tables and then handled clean utensils and cups while scooping ice and preparing drinks for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employees exiting and reentering kitchen/building doing multiple tasks without changing single-use gloves. Operator discussed with employees who then washed hands and changed gloves. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At sliding glass door reach-in cooler; cooked pork (100F - Cooling 2:45/100F 3:20). Operator stated cooling for 20 minutes, at this rate will not reach 70F within 2 hours, uncovered , split into smaller containers and moved to reach in freezer to facilitate faster cooling. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at front line hand wash sink. Operator provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment expanded into adjacent suite adding increased seating and bar with no hand wash sink. Added ice cream scooping station and dessert display cabinet at front counter. No plan review submitted or approved. Warning

Intermediate - No soap provided at front line hand wash sink. Operator provided soap. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment expanded into adjacent suite adding increased seating. Warning

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has only 1 hand washing sink, has added an outdoor smoker cooker, outdoor refrigeration, outdoor ice machine, outdoor walk-in cooler, removed indoor prep sink, no plans submitted or approved. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-08: Plans submitted and approved (1/6/25) with pending proviso per Plan Review; 3) Client agrees to render floor, walls, cove base, and ceiling throughout rear storage room smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent within two months from the approval date. Inspector to verify establishment compliance at time of inspection. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-08: Employees working longer than 60 days, no proof of required state approved training available. Admin Complaint

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled soiled dishes while rinsing and washing and then handled clean dishes while placing to dry without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Employee handled soiled dishes while rinsing and washing and then handled clean dishes while placing to dry without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing. Admin Complaint

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face and then handled ice scoop and clean cup to prepare drink for customer without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Employee touched face/nose and then continued handling clean equipment to prepare food without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing. Admin Complaint

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table; cooked pulled pork (117F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (114F - Hot Holding); cooked yucca (108F - Hot Holding). Operator stated items cooked prior to being placed in steam table, held for 2 hours, moved to be reheated to 165F. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: At steam table; cooked chicken (121F - Hot Holding). Operator stated chicken cooked in outdoor smoker prior to being placed in steam table, held for 1 hour, moved to be reheated to 165F. Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has only 1 hand washing sink, has added an outdoor smoker cooker, outdoor refrigeration, outdoor ice machine, outdoor walk-in cooler, removed indoor prep sink, no plans submitted or approved. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-07: Time Extended

High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered kitchen through rear exit door and began preparing food without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing. Warning

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled soiled dishes while rinsing and washing and then handled clean dishes while placing to dry without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing. Warning

High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face and then handled ice scoop and clean cup to prepare drink for customer without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing. Warning

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched visibly soiled wiping cloth, apron, outside of rear exit door while entering kitchen and began preparing food without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing. Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At sliding glass door reach in cooler; raw steak over cooked pork. Operator moved raw steak to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Flip top cooler; sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, held overfilled in pans on make top for 2 hours, moved overfilled portion to reach in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table; cooked pulled pork (117F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (114F - Hot Holding); cooked yucca (108F - Hot Holding). Operator stated items cooked prior to being placed in steam table, held for 2 hours, moved to be reheated to 165F. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Stainless steel polish stored over prep table and ready to eat batter. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm). Operator diluted to chlorine 100ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning

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

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has only 1 hand washing sink, has added an outdoor smoker cooker, outdoor refrigeration, outdoor ice machine, outdoor walk-in cooler, removed indoor prep sink, no plans submitted or approved. 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. Provided reporting agreement. Warning

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap. Corrected On-Site Warning

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

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. Warning

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Beans 121 f, yuca 125 f, as per manager less than 2 hours. Manager turned up the heat setting. Corrective Action Taken 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. Emailed one. Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumping ice in front counter hand sink. Warning

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

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand sink. Manager stocked paper towel roll. Corrected On-Site Warning

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

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Drank brown color beverage in plastic glass without lid . Manager discarded the drink. Corrected On-Site Warning