How many health inspections has AREPAS, CAFE AND MORE had?

AREPAS, CAFE AND MORE has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has AREPAS, CAFE AND MORE ever been shut down?

No, AREPAS, CAFE AND MORE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at AREPAS, CAFE AND MORE?

The most frequently cited violations at AREPAS, CAFE AND MORE are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Correct procedures.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?

CONTAMINATION PATHWAY: Improper handwashing is the single most significant factor in spreading foodborne illness. Hands carry 3,200 bacteria per square centimeter. CDC reports proper handwashing reduces diarrheal illness by 30% and respiratory illness by 21%. Inadequate technique leaves Norovirus, E. coli, and Salmonella on hands, directly contaminating food. Employees must wash hands for minimum 20 seconds with soap and warm water: before handling food, after touching raw meat, after using restroom, after sneezing/coughing, after handling garbage, after touching face/hair, when switching tasks. Use proper technique: wet hands, apply soap, scrub 20 seconds including fingertips and between fingers, rinse, dry with single-use towel.

What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?

PROCESS FAILURE: Specialized processes (smoking, curing, fermenting, reduced-oxygen packaging, sprouting) require precise controls to prevent Clostridium botulinum growth and toxin production. Botulism toxin is one of the most lethal substances known — 1 microgram is fatal. Improperly processed vacuum-packed foods, smoked fish, and fermented products have caused deadly outbreaks. Obtain prior approval (variance) from regulatory authority before conducting specialized processes. Develop HACCP plan with: hazard analysis, critical control points, critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, verification, and record keeping. Maintain all required documentation. Train staff on specific process procedures.

AREPAS, CAFE AND MORE

1156 W SR 436, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

Seminole County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: AREPAS, CAFE & MORE, CORP · License: SEA6903754

AREPAS, CAFE AND MORE in Altamonte Springs, FL has 25 inspections on record with 128 total violations (5.1 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Data current as of January 17, 2025

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Jan 17, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Aug 8, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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