Checkers #439
Last inspected: Nov 6, 2024
100
Score
Checkers #439 appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2022. On Nov 6, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
“Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Among Fort Lauderdale restaurants, the typical score is 80; Checkers #439 is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken wings 120F Manager removed and discard
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink next to Chest freezer
29-20-5
61
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. Chopped lettuce shows incorrect date and time. Per operator, old label stuck to container. Manager placed correct label during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-04-5
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. Two new employees hired, no signed reporting agreement provided for those employees.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Fan guard cover missing inside reach in cooler under cold rail in sandwich station. **Repeat Violation**
14-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of ice machine. Ice reflector soiled, operator removed, cleaned and sanitized during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in closet storage room above water heater. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Cook with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put hat on **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. #1 Case or French fries on floor inside walk in freezer. #2. Bucket of pickles on floor inside walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
Basic - Interior of fryer has accumulation old oil/ grease , food debris. Per manager, equipment is out of order at time of inspection , work order is placed to repair equipment. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning in cook line. Container with cut lettuce in cook line.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Raw beef patties not covered inside chest freezer in kitchen. Operator covered **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Hot dogs (42F )thawing at room temperature inside 3 compartment sink in kitchen , operator moved to walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
43
Feb 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control( corporate )has no time marking, Cut lettuce and cut tomatoes in sandwich line. Operator placed time mark during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Fan guard cover missing inside reach in cooler under cold rail in sandwich station. **Repeat Violation**
14-04-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in closet storage room above water heater.
36-36-4
Basic - Accumulation of Ice buildup by fan inside reach in cooler under cold rail in sandwich station.
14-69-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage above rack of bread in sandwich station. Operator moved drink **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Interior of ice machine reflector soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Water heater closet room not maintained clean and organized at the Back of house.
33-34-4
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Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler under cold rail in sandwich line ; hot dogs (50F); American cheese (55F) held under 2 hours ago per operator. Operator moved to walk in cooler for quick chill. Air escaping from unit due to gasket not sealing door when closed. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Fan guard cover missing inside reach in cooler under cold rail in sandwich station.
14-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets not sealing reach in cooler under cold rail in sandwich station when door is closed.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Liquid sauce on floor under shelf inside walk in cooler. Floor soiled Behind Ice machine in kitchen. Floor soiled Under soft serve machine in kitchen. Floor soiled with syrup next to soda rack in drive thru.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles cracked or in disrepair next to mop sink in kitchen and under soda machine in drive thru
36-17-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of seasoned French fries inside walk in freezer. Bucket of pickles on floor inside walk in cooler. Operator elevated **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in chest freezer in cook line opposite fryer.
14-69-4
Basic - Walk -in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. Garbage outside entry door of establishment.
33-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Chest freezers sliding doors soiled in cook line. Seasoning bucket lid and round rim of container heavily soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Cases of Single-service cups snd napkins improperly stored in floor in dry storage room.
25-05-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Checkers #439 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Checkers #439 on file is from Nov 6, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Checkers #439?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Checkers #439.
How does Checkers #439 compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Checkers #439 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Checkers #439's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Checkers #439 have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Checkers #439 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Checkers #439 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Checkers #439 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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