Wagon Wheel South
Last inspected: Dec 20, 2023
43
Score
Going back to 2022, Wagon Wheel South has four inspections in the public record. On Dec 20, 2023, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. The file hasn't been updated since Dec 20, 2023, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around nine violations compared to roughly 19 violations earlier on.
“Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Palm Bay facility scores 76, putting Wagon Wheel South on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
43
Jul 31, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 5 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 30 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw shrimp and chicken over French fries.
08A-02-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Multiple commercially prepared items with 2 or more date stickers with incorrect dates. Items not stopped saled due to operator stating they were pulled from freezer on Saturday. 7/29
02C-01-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Mushrooms were out during rush until 30 minutes before our arrival suggested rapid chill,
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb on the mop sink **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Ibuprofen and other items stored over food prep table and commingling with spices.
41-07-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Ketchup, 7 lb 3oz, 1 can Olives, 3 lb 3oz, 1 can
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards need cleaning
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Being used to store sanitation bucket **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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. Newest employee 2 weeks on site, no training. Filled out employee reporting agreement, S. Mullin. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Manicotti, stuffed shells and RTE meatballs item not tracked from freezer to refrigerator.
02C-08-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked Italian sausage cooked on site, whole shell egg cooked on site.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food In flour
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Some soiled as well
36-32-5
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface handles on multiple reach in coolers.
14-71-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting glasses at server station.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Soft plastic containers used to store cooked pasta, corners broken. Broken plastic air curtain walk in cooler.
14-10-4
Basic - Floor, walls and baseboards not cleaned under equipment when the least amount of food is exposed.
36-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall behind the door to the walk in cooler by prep table.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use pizza peel stored on soiled surface between uses.
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket need cleaned, soiled shelving in walk in cooler, prep table legs and exterior of knife holder.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer, upright near fryer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Dressing containers with hollow handle reused on site for this locations prepared salad dressings.
25-32-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover near microwave
14-20-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over washed and prepped onions
08B-17-4
10
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Less than 25ppm
22-41-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker installed on hose bib at mop sink. Faucet does not have built in back flow prevention
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink in service area. Food particles and ice in well
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On prep table at fry station and in window over prep table between pizza line and dish area **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Pizza and fry cooks **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Between reach in cooler and pizza make line. Operator has 2 pieces of cutting boards permanently attached to equipment in knife block style. Interior surface that touches knives is unable to be cleaned effectively
10-17-4
52
Aug 23, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk
02C-03-5
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/ James Tighe manager on duty. Claims past test doesn't have card
53A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above fryers
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. By fryers **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2- cooks
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2- cooks **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets white freezer Gaskets walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Frying oil
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of reach in freezer Gaskets beer mug cooler
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic containers dish area
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. 2 door glass cooler 4 door glass cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing sausage under hot running water and also at room temperature. Educated operator Sausage still frozen **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wagon Wheel South last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wagon Wheel South on file is from Dec 20, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wagon Wheel South?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wagon Wheel South.
How does Wagon Wheel South compare to other restaurants in Palm Bay?
Wagon Wheel South most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Palm Bay average of 76.
Has Wagon Wheel South's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Wagon Wheel South have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 19 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Wagon Wheel South means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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