TAKERIA ALEXANDER
618 23 ST E, Bradenton FL 34208
Last inspected Apr 20, 2024 · 4 visits since August 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
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.
AUG 23
FEB 24
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $460
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2020045506 | Aug 17, 2020 | Nov 6, 2020 | $300 |
| 7--2018062826 | Nov 8, 2018 | Feb 21, 2019 | $160 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Apr 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 20, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on grill line
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers and grill in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Feb 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap in 3 compartment sink.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Reach in coolers across from grill and fryers.Beef (52F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Ham (51F - Cold Holding); Pork (53F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beans (51F - Cold Holding); Cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); Chicken (52F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all products had been in the Reach in cooler for approximately 1.5 hours. Ambient Temperature of Reach in coolers was 52°F. Person in charge transferred all foods to Reach in freezer and upright Reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in main kitchen area. Person in charge filled paper towel. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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.
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. Printed a copy of the handout to Person in charge. Person in charge read handout and signed and dated.
No soap provided at handwash sink in main kitchen area. Person in charge filled soap dispenser. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on grill line
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with dried food particles. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge cleaned microwave oven.
No copy of latest inspection report available. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers and grill in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Observed in main kitchen area flour and cooking oil stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
Aug 3, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food in main kitchen area. Educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Also printed a copy of procedures to Person in charge. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in main kitchen area Handwashing sink blocked with bags of food.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled soap.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with dried food particles.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.