EPPERSON CLUB

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed worn label on clear bin in dish ware storage rack across from dry storage closet.

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed cantaloupe and cucumbers stored above Reese candy topping and Oreo crumble mixture in walk in cooler. Manager moved vegetables to bottom shelf and candy to top shelf in walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by side entrance door and walk-in freezer. Operator stated she would change the gaskets to the reach in freezer. Operator was able to chip off some ice in walk in freezer but stated she'd come back to get the rest.

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top units and prep tables.

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked containers in the dish drying area. Storage corrected. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in the prep area and walk-in freezer. Manager removed ice buildup up in reach in. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jackets stored on prep table Employee removed Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: Employee phones and walking on prep table across from cook line. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. 6 cans of tomato sauce stored on floor in dry storage room Employee placed on shelf Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: Caramel popcorn stored on floor in dry storage. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside chest freezer in beverage room Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: ice present in walk in freezer and chest freezer. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk salt not labeled on prep table on cookline. Employee labeled Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: Bulk salt unlabeled. Time Extended

High Priority - Observed: Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flies in kitchen area near 3 compartment sink Observed 2 flies in dry storage area. Priority: High Priority

Intermediate - Observed: Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed above cook line. Spice container not labeled Corrected On-Site Priority: Intermediate

Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Food stored on floor in walk in cooler and freezer. Operator removed from floor and stored properly. Corrected On-Site Priority: Basic

Basic - Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed debris in interior of ovens in prep line. Priority: Basic

Basic - Observed: No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed Celsius drink near food area Corrected On-Site Priority: Basic

Basic - Observed: Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed dry storage observed outside, under a canopy. Operators moved items indoor 6 inches above ground Corrected On-Site Priority: Basic

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over pretzels in walk-in cooler Corrected observed employee place raw shelled eggs on bottom shelf Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected observed employee voluntarily discard Corrected On-Site

Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hand sink on cookline missing handle for cold and hot water

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed 6 containers of oil stored on floor in dry storage area Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 4 knifes stored between prep table and wall Corrected observed employee remove Corrected On-Site

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth stored under cutting board on prep table Corrected observed employee remove Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed two wet mops stored at mop sink Corrected observed employee invert Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Observed no chemical test strips for chlorine. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the white cutting board with excessive grooves on the board. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Cutting board has marks Time Extended

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled raw beef then touched clean utensils. Discussed with manager. Manager had employee change gloves and wash hands. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese sauce 114F. Manager put on stove to reheat. Recheck 158F. Corrective Action Taken

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

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 - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager removed and set utensils to be washed. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in prep area blocked by container. Manager moved to make accessible. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Shawn Michonski is manager on duty.

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/ Two cooks, two waitresses and manager on duty with no food manager certification.

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table in kitchen. Drink in cooler. Discussed employee food and drink storage with manager.

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at any hand sinks. Manager placed paper towels at sinks. Corrected On-Site

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash signs at any sinks. Provided hand wash signs.