Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka

10600 Clarcona Ocoee Rd, Apopka, FL 32703

Overview

Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka, FL has 4 FDACS food safety inspections on record with 19 violations and 2 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement actions.

4FDACS Insp.
19Violations
2Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS: September 17, 2025

Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka: FDACS Inspection History (4)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 2 inspections
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 16 violations· 2 stop-sale orders· Met Requirements

Inspector: 342927

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector. Food establishment has been giving 30 day from the date of this inspection to provide appropriate ice testing results to a department representative or a stop sale will be issued on all packaged ice in the establishment and a stop use order will be issued on the Ice machine. You may email the results to [email protected]. Food establishment has been given 30 days to repair the plumbing at the mop sink, if the repair is not completed will result in a rating of re-inspection required. Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided. Issue in request # 5139178 was discussed with management

Risk-Based Violations

3-101.11 Food not safe, or is adulterated. 3-101.11 PP
Food Prep area: Aluminum foil adhered to cooked chicken. COS: Chicken was voluntarily dictated by management.See supplement: x
3-403.11(A) Time/temperature control for safety food that is cooked, cooled, and reheated for hot holding not reheated so that all parts of the food reach at least 165°F for 15 seconds within 2 hours. 3-403.11(A) and (D) PP
Food Prep area: Cooked chicken had an internal temperature between 145-147 degrees F. COS: Chicken was reheated to 165 degrees F x
3-501.14(A) Cooked time/temperature control for safety food not cooled within 2 hours from 135°F to 70°F, or within a total of 6 hours from 135°F to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(A) PP
Walk-in Cooler: Beans, pork and ground make on September 16th had an internal Temperature between 50-57 degrees F. COS: All product was voluntarily discarded by management.See Supplement: x
2-103.11(O) Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) PfPf
Food establishment does not have an employee health policy notifying informing them of their responsibility to report a foodborne illness
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Person in charge could not answer the questions related to foodborne illnesses or their symptoms. Y o
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Food Establishment does not have a written vomit and diarrheal event plan. Guidance provided
7-204.11 Chemical sanitizer or other chemical antimicrobial applied to food-contact surface does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 or 40 CFR 180.2020. 7-204.11 PP
Food Prep area: A wiping cloth stored in sanitation solution was over 200 PPM. COS: Sanitizing solution was corrected to proper levels. x
6-301.13 Sink used for food preparation or utensil washing, or a service sink or curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water or similar wastes provided with handwashing aids or devices required for a handwashing sink. 6-301.13
Food prep area: No paper towels at the handwash sink. COS: Paper towels were provided
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Restroom: Unisex restroom did not have soap or hand drying/paper towels. COS: Soap and paper towels were provided.
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Food establishment does not have a certified food protection manager

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-501.15(A) Cooling of time/temperature control for safety food not accomplished by effective methods based on the type of food being cooled. 3-501.15(A) Pf
Walk-in Cooler: multiple product was observed during a cooling process in large containers at a depth of over 4 inches. Product was voluntarily discarded by management for improper cooling time.
3-501.15(B) Time/temperature control for safety food that is cooling is not loosely covered or uncovered to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food, or not arranged in equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls. 3-501.15(B)
Walk-in Cooler: multiple product was observed during a cooling process in large containers that was completely covered. Product was voluntarily discarded by management for improper cooling time.
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Outside: Plumbing not connected to the mop sink.
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outside: Dumpster lids not closed when trash is not being discarded.
6-101.11 Materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use are not smooth, durable, or easily cleanable for areas where food operations are conducted; or are absorbent for areas subject to moisture, or flushing or spray cleaning methods. Carpet for carpeted areas is not closely woven and easily cleanable. Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings not designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. 6-101.11 and 6-201.11
Walk-in cooler: Cardboard used as shelf liner.
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Walk-in Cooler: Trash and debris through cooler.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cooling time and temperatures.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Acceptable test results were provided.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: DOUGLAS HULSER

Comments: Visit for training purposes Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: COLIN YOUNG, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: This check-back inspection conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection. The compliance issues that required a Check-Back have been resolved and this food establishment has Met Inspection Requirements. Satisfactory ice test has been received.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: COLIN YOUNG, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Employee Health Guidelines, reporting agreement provided, guidance for the clean up of vomit or diarrhea. Establishment has been given 30 days from the date of the inspection on 01/19/23 to provide appropriate ice testing results to a department representative or a stop-sale order will be issued on all packaged ice in the establishment and a stop-use order will be issued on the ice machine. You may email the results to [email protected]

Risk-Based Violations

2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
The person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of food borne diseases, cannot describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food. Industry guidance provided. o
213 Microbial analysis of finished product by an approved laboratory not obtained within the required time period. 5K-4.023(8)(a) F.A.C.
The establishment does not have a laboratory test within the required time frame. Please see comments. o Print Date: 2/6/2023 Page 1 of 3
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
The establishment does not have a written procedure for the clean up of vomit or diarrhea. Industry guidance provided. o INSPECTION: VENDED WATER/VENDED ICE Violation Number

Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (2)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cooling time and temperatures.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated.

Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka last inspected?
Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 17, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka had?
Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka find?
Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 17, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka has 2 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
What are the most common violations at Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Clarcona Food Mart in Apopka are: 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf; 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 2-103.11(O): Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) Pf.

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