How many inspections has Marzam INC in Arcadia had?

Marzam INC in Arcadia has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Marzam INC in Arcadia find?

Marzam INC in Arcadia was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 27, 2025 (Focused Inspection).

Has Marzam INC in Arcadia had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

No, Marzam INC in Arcadia has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

Marzam INC in Arcadia

Name: Marzam INC in Arcadia Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Last inspected: August 27, 2025

4991 Se Highway 31, Arcadia, FL 34266

DeSoto County · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice · FDACS
Owner: Zafor Mahfuz
FDACS Estab #: 385289

Overview

Marzam Inc in Arcadia has been inspected twice on record between September 2022 and August 2025, with a combined 19 violations documented across two enforcement inspections followed by a recent training visit. A priority violation for raw eggs stored directly above ready-to-eat food was cited in both the September 2022 and October 2023 inspections and corrected on site each time. A second recurring priority violation involved cold-holding temperature control — a small glass front refrigerator was measured at 50°F in September 2022 (items ranged 48–52°F), prompting a stop-use order and discard of older items; the establishment was required to repair refrigeration to maintain 41°F or below. Additional priority violations included a food employee observed exiting and re-entering the deli area, changing tasks, and changing gloves without washing hands (October 2023, corrected with staff discussion), and cleaning chemicals stored with clean pots and pans in the kitchen (September 2022, corrected). A priority-foundation violation documented a pattern of non-compliance with the duties of the person in charge, with critical violations from the initial inspection remaining unaddressed at the time of the September 2022 reinspection. A handwashing sink at the ice machine outside the establishment lacked soap and paper towels (October 2023, noted but status unclear). The most recent inspection on August 27, 2025 was a focused training visit with no violations documented.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.

19Violations

Last inspected FDACS: August 27, 2025

Marzam INC in Arcadia: FDACS Inspection History (3)

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.

2025 — 1 inspection

Aug 27, 2025 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: BRIANA ALBRITTON

Comments: Visited establishment to conduct a training visit.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

2023 — 1 inspection

Oct 30, 2023 — Met Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD MUNSON, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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. Reinspection due to failed inspection dated 10/6/23

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(1) Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP

Back area- opened case of raw shell eggs stored on top of a case of bananas. Cos- case of eggs moved to proper storage. x

2-301.14 Food employee not cleaning hands or exposed portions of arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment or utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles; after touching bare human body parts; after using the toilet room; after caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; after coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or tissue, using tobacco, eating or drinking; after handling soiled equipment or utensils; during food preparation as often as necessary to remove soil and prevent cross contamination; before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food; or after engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. 2-301.14 PP

Deli area- observed kitchen employee exiting, re-entering and changing tasks in the deli area then changing gloves without washing hands. Cos- discussed and explained proper hand washing procedure with employee and manager. x

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

Outside area- there is no soap or paper towels by the ice machine

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15

Outside area- large openings in the walls on the south side of the building.

3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11

Back area- foods (bananas and onions) are stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler.

3-304.12(C)-(F) During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil not stored on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment; in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particles to the drain when used with moist foods; in a clean, protected location when used only with food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or in a container of water maintained at 135°F or greater. 3-304.12(C)-(F)

Back area- ice scoop is stored on the step in front of the ice machine. Cos- scoop removed to be washed, then stored on a sanitary surface.

5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)

Back area, outside area- water filters for the two ice machines are not dated for replacement per manufacturer's requirements.

5-501.11 Outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt or is not smooth, durable, and sloped to drain. 5-501.11

Outside area- The dumpster is not on a non-absorbent surface.

2022 — 1 inspection

Sep 26, 2022 — Met Inspection Requirements· 11 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD MUNSON, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Reinspection of inspection dated 09/07/22. The establishment must have their refrigeration repaired to hold foods at 41 degrees or below. The WRITTEN procedure for Vomit/Diarrheal Cleanup must address the following• Required minimum components: – Segregation of affected area – Removal of ill person – Use of PPE (e.g., gloves, face covering) – Cleaning & disinfecting affected area – What to do with exposed FEULSS (Food,Utensils,Equipment,Linens,SingleServeItems) – Disposal of clean-up materials

Risk-Based Violations

2-103.11(A)-(N) A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) PfPf

Kitchen, back, retail areas- There is still a pattern of non-compliance within this establishment. Critical violations from the inspection on 9/7/22 have not been addressed. o

3-302.11(A)(2) Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage, preparation, holding or display by using separate equipment, arranging food in equipment so that cross contamination is prevented, or preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas. 3-302.11(A)(2) PP

Kitchen area- raw shell eggs are stored on top of containers of prepared ready-to-eat foods. COSeggs moved to walk-in cooler x

3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) PP

Kitchen area- small glass front refrigerator is holding temperature at 50 degrees f. Items temped inside the refrigerator are temped at 48-52 degrees. Cos- items prepared this morning are moved to a retail beverage cooler shelf to properly chill. Items prepared prior to this morning are discarded. STOP USE issued for the walk-in remains in effect for time/temperature controlled for food safety food items. x Print Date: 9/26/2022 Page 1 of 4 21 Pf Citation Description: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day of preparation not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(A) Pf Observation: Kitchen area- foods prepared on site are not dated for expiration as required. 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

Retail area- there is no written procedure for Vomit or Diarrheal cleanup. o

7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP

Kitchen area- cleaning chemicals are stored with clean pots and pans. Cos- chemicals removed to proper storage. x

Back area- there are no paper towels or soap at the hand wash by the ice machine. Kitchen areathere is no soap at the hand wash sink. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-302.12 Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and unmistakably recognized and has been removed from its original packaging for use in the establishment is not identified with the common name of the food. 3-302.12

Kitchen area- containers of prepared food items are not labeled with contents. o

5-501.11 Refuse, recyclables, and returnables stored in receptacles or waste handling units accessible to insects and rodents. 5-501.110

Outside area- there is rubbish and garbage surrounding the dumpster, and overflowing trash cans in the front and back of the building. o

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 area- dumpster lids are open o

6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11

Retail area, back area- broken and worn floor tiles, Cobwebs throughout, black mold on old ceiling repair. o

6-305.11 Dressing rooms or dressing areas not designated when employees routinely change their clothes in the establishment, or lockers or other suitable facilities not provided for the orderly storage of employee’s clothing and other possessions. 6-305.11

Kitchen area- employee purse stored on top of packaged food items. o

Marzam INC in Arcadia: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marzam INC in Arcadia last inspected?: Marzam INC in Arcadia was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 27, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Marzam INC in Arcadia had?: Marzam INC in Arcadia has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Marzam INC in Arcadia find?: Marzam INC in Arcadia was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 27, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Marzam INC in Arcadia had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: No, Marzam INC in Arcadia has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Marzam INC in Arcadia?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Marzam INC in Arcadia are: 2-103.11(A)-(N): A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) Pf; 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 Pf; 3-302.11(A)(2): Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage, preparation, holding or display by using separate equipment, arranging food in equipment so that cross contamination is prevented, or preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas. 3-302.11(A)(2) P.