CAPTAIN'S CAFE
5716 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac FL 33321
Last inspected Aug 15, 2024 · 4 visits since November 2023
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
3 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Bulletin provided to be posted.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022046530 | Sep 21, 2022 | Nov 7, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 Mashed potato granules can dented
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler; cooked pasta (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator foods not portioned or prepared today, in unit more than 4hrs. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler; cooked pasta (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator foods not portioned or prepared today, in unit more than 4hrs. See stop sale.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Hand wash sink next to triple sink
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 has 2+ new employees with no food handler certificate. Introduced the Food Employee Agreement form to operator.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Open employee backpack on expo line counter
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked Macaroni and Cheese
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Chlorine test kit
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. Manager print and posted Written procedures for cleaning up vomits and diarrhea
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Macaroni And Cheese
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink faucet with splitter and attached hoses missing vacuum breaker.
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. Bulletin provided to be posted.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun holders at bar have mold like buildup.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. New manager promoted within last month. Not yet completed class. Manager is food handler certified.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon and poached eggs on menu not marked to indicate as raw items. Employee marked menus during inspection.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between two prep tables on cook line. Manager removed knife.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in container of standing water on stove top. Manager increased fire to heat water and hold above 135F.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wiping towel under cutting board on cook line. Manager removed.
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