How many health inspections has WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB had?

WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB ever been shut down?

No, WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB?

The most frequently cited violations at WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB are: Food contact surfaces, Toilet facilities, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

DETECTION FAILURE: Inadequate lighting prevents employees from identifying food contamination, insect presence, dirt on equipment, and other safety hazards. Studies show food safety violations increase 60% in poorly lit areas. Employees cannot see evidence of pest activity, mold growth, or food spoilage. Poor lighting also increases injury risk from cuts and burns. Provide adequate lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces and where employee safety is important, 20 foot-candles in handwashing areas, equipment and utensil storage, and at buffet service, 10 foot-candles in walk-in coolers, dry storage, and during cleaning. Use shatter-resistant bulbs or light shields in food areas.

WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB

13500 WORTHINGTON WAY, Bonita Springs, FL 34135

Lee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: WORTHINGTON MASTER ASSOC · License: SEA4603626

WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB in Bonita Springs, FL has 22 inspections on record with 135 total violations (6.1 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

22Inspections

135Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 18, 2025

Inspection History (22)

Feb 18, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Sep 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Mar 14, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Jan 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Oct 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V09 No contamination

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 31, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 23, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 23, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jan 20, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

Mar 24, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Sep 16, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 15, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 12, 2019 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V41 Toilet facilities

May 18, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

Mar 14, 2018 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 10, 2018 — Routine - Food· 24 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 24, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 19, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

Nov 18, 2016 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

How Does This Facility Compare?

WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Lee County average of 0.07 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.72.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB had?: WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB ever been shut down?: No, WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB?: The most frequently cited violations at WORTHINGTON COUNTRY CLUB are: Food contact surfaces, Toilet facilities, Clean multi-use utensils.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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Last verified: February 18, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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