S and M Food Shop in Bartow

Last inspected:

795 W Main St, Bartow, FL 33830
Overview

S and M Food Shop in Bartow had 2 inspections on record between June 2023 and October 2024. A focused inspection on October 24, 2024 conducted in response to Hurricane Milton follow-up resulted in no violations. A prior inspection on June 15, 2023 documented 9 violations, including a priority violation for cold-holding temperature control — bacon was found in the walk-in cooler door at 50°F during delivery, and was immediately moved to the freezer by staff. The inspection also cited priority foundation violations for the person in charge being unable to answer employee health policy questions and for the absence of a probe thermometer, both of which were corrected on site before the inspection concluded.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
9Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

S and M Food Shop in Bartow: FDACS Inspection History (2)

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.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: BRIANA ALBRITTON

Comments: Visit conducted in response to Hurricane Milton follow-up.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 9 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD BRASHER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

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. Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided.

Risk-Based Violations

4-602.11(E) Surface of utensil or equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer-self service utensils; before restocking consumer self-service equipment or utensils; or in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tunes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. 4-602.11(E)
Retail Area: Serving spoons and tongs for pickled eggs and sausage stored in a dirty container. Utensils had debris on them. COS: Employee washed rinsed and sanitized utensils in three compartment sink. x
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 employee health questions. Employee health guide given to employee. o
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
Walk in Cooler: Bacon placed in door of cooler with door propped open during delivery measuring at a temperature of 50 degrees. COS: Person in charge moved bacon to freezer to rapidly bring temperature down. x Print Date: 6/15/2023 Page 1 of 3 24 Pf Citation Description: 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 Observation: There are no written procedures that involve the discharge of vomit or diarrhea. Information was emailed to the owner. o
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14
Back Room: Hand wash sign not posted at sink next to three compartment sink.
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.
Certified food protection manager information not available. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
No probe thermometer available at time of inspection. COS: Probe thermometer obtained before end of visit. x
4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13
Self serve soda fountain: Buildup of black debris on outside of ice shoot. 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 lid not closed on dumpster. o
6-501.16 After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16
Back Room: Mop not hung to dry after use. COS: Employee hung mop up. x

S and M Food Shop in Bartow: Frequently Asked Questions

When was S and M Food Shop in Bartow last inspected?
S and M Food Shop in Bartow was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 24, 2024. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has S and M Food Shop in Bartow had?
S and M Food Shop in Bartow has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of S and M Food Shop in Bartow find?
S and M Food Shop in Bartow was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 24, 2024 (Focused Inspection).
Has S and M Food Shop in Bartow had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, S and M Food Shop in Bartow has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at S and M Food Shop in Bartow?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at S and M Food Shop in Bartow 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; 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14; 4-602.11(E): Surface of utensil or equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer-self service utensils; before restocking consumer self-service equipment or utensils; or in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tunes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. 4-602.11(E).

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