Jack Flats, 509 1/2 Duval St, Key West, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: JACK FLATS
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 509 1/2 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040
License #: 5401268
Total inspections: 17
Last inspection: 11/12/2014

Ratings Summary

Based on 1 vote

Overall Rating:
*****
4.8
Ratings in categories:
Food:
*****
5.0
Service:
*****
5.0
Price:
***
3.0
Ambience:
*****
5.0
Cleanliness:
****
4.0

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.Trays holding coffee cups on server line **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored on top of dirty ice machine between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment.knife on line. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Straws **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.flour **Corrected On-Site**
11/12/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.Around
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Squezze bottles
6/30/2014Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Interior of oven has heavy accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  • Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices Broken plastic container for bread. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
6/24/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Straws at bar. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
1/14/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.bar **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 # 10 cans tomatoes
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink.bar
8/9/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Clean knives/utensils stored in crevices between equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.Dishwasher
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.dry storage
  • Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Bar **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
3/15/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris on drainboards or equivalent.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb.dishwash area
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
9/12/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Certified Food Manager failed to verify employee health, exclusions or restrictions. Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.tiles missing in kitchen area
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.lime deposits
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.kitchen area
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.reach in freezer
  • Observed soda gun holster with accumulated slime/debris.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing are and kitchen areas
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.large white containers in kitchen
6/6/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Tile floors not in good condition.missing tile
2/6/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/30/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Displayed/exposed food not properly protected from contamination. ICE IN BIN NEXT TO HAND WASHING SINK STORED WITHOUT A SHIELD/GUARD TO PREVENT CROSSCONTAMINATION.
  • Critical - Food-contact surfaces not cleaned after being contaminationed. WIPING KNIFE ON SOILED APRON. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Improper waste water line from soda gun holster disposal at floor drains/sinks in kitchen and/or food preparation area. BAR AREA
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. FOR JOSE LUIS LOPEZ
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior and exterior surfaces of ice machine. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed employee with soiled clothing. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. REACH IN COOLER'S DOOR NOT CLOSING SHUT IN FRONT OF COOKLINE Repeat Violation.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water. AROUND BACK BEHIND KITCHEN DOOR
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits. DRIED FOODS STORAGE SHELVES
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair in south reach in cooler.
  • Observed grease/ food debris accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. OPENED CONTAINER OF MILK IN BAR AREA
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW FISH STORED OVER FRIES Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. RAW BEEF STORED OVER FISH Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. RAW CHICKEN STORED OVER FISH Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 LIVE ROACH OBSERVED IN THE KITCHEN AREA CRAWLING ON THE WALL
  • Critical - Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. QUAT BUCKET IN THE KITCHEN AREA
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers. EXTERIOR OF FLOUR BIN Repeat Violation.
  • Observed waste line passing through ice storage bin. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed water draining onto floor surface from leaking 3 compartment sink.
9/29/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Corrected On Site.
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces not free of unnecessary ledges, projections and crevices. DISHWASHER MOUNT OFF THE WALL
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime/moldlike substance in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. REACH IN COOLER'S DOOR NOT CLOSING SHUT IN FRONT OF COOKLINE
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. PAPER/CARDBOARD PLATE BEING USED FOR DISPENSING FLOUR Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. BEEF OVER FISH
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers. DRY FOOD CONTAINERS SUCH AS FLOUR BIN
  • Critical - Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in light coverings by coffee station.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. BACK DOOR MISSING FLOOR SWEEP WHERE BOTTOM OF DOOR HAS A GAP
  • Critical - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. EMPLOYEE TOUCHED BARE BODY PART (FACE) Corrected On Site.
3/16/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site. FOOD DISCARDED BY OPERATOR
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up. REACH IN FREEZER
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in light coverings.
  • Observed hole in wall. BY THE KITCHEN HALLWAY AREA
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. KITCHEN AREA
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. KITCHEN AREA
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
8/30/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
6/3/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
9/29/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 3/31/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/15/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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1 User Review:

QueenVee

Added on Jun 6, 2014 9:24 AM
Food:
*****
Service:
*****
Price:
***
Ambience:
*****
Cleanliness:
****
My first time to Key West. We were there for a week and ate at Jack Flats 4 times. Everything was terrific! Will definitely go back!
Would you recommend JACK FLATS to others? Yes
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