Dollar General # in Chiefland

Last inspected:

1302 N Young Blvd, Chiefland, FL 32626

Part of: Dollar General Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Dollar General #1337 in Chiefland has been inspected three times between June 2023 and October 2025, accumulating 14 violations across those inspections. The facility operates as a minor outlet with perishables and has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record.

The establishment has a pattern of foundational compliance failures. Vomiting and diarrheal event response procedures were cited as missing in both the November 2023 and October 2025 inspections — a critical gap in disease prevention protocol that the facility failed to correct across nearly two years. In October 2025, the facility could not provide a required probe thermometer for cold-holding temperature verification, a fundamental tool for ensuring perishable foods remain safe. The November 2023 inspection found the restroom lacked hand-drying means at the handwashing sink, and the June 2023 inspection documented two additional violations. The most recent inspection on October 7, 2025 resulted in a "Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements" disposition despite the nine violations cited, indicating the facility was operating legally but with significant deficiencies requiring correction.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.
14Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Dollar General # in Chiefland: 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.

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

Inspector: KENNETH DAVIDSON, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Person in charge: LISA MATHIS

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. Informational handouts provided: Certified Food Protection Manager and Vomiting and Diarrheal Guide.

Risk-Based Violations

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 was unable to provide a written procedure for responding to the cleanup of a vomiting and diarrheal event.
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.Repeat
Food establishment could not provide a certified food protection manager certificate during the inspection.

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
Food establishment could not provide a required probe thermometer for taking cold holding temperatures of perishable foods.
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
Retail Area - Observed a visible gap exposing daylight between the double front doors.
6-501.11 The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by eliminating harborage conditions. 6-501.111(D)
Outside Grounds - Observed vines and vegetation growing up the building on the east and south walls.
4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Retail Area - Dirt and residue buildup on shelving inside dairy reach in coolers. Back Room Area - Old and new dairy spillage located in two door overstock cooler.
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 Grounds - Dumpster lids kept open between times of use.
6-501.11 Premises not free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. 6-501.114
Back Room Area - Excessive back stock limiting egress for proper inspection. Discussed with manager.
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
Retail Area - Dust buildup on ceiling near A/C vents. Cobwebs observed on 360 degree camera on ceiling. Back Room Area - Observed torn and hanging ceiling insulation in southwestern corner.
— 2 inspections
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 3 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: KENNETH DAVIDSON, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

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.

Risk-Based Violations

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 could not provide a written procedure for responding to the cleanup of a vomiting and diarrheal event.
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
Back Room Area - No means of drying hands inside restroom.

Good Retail Practice Violations

99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
Food establishment is currently operating without an annual food permit with an application submitted. o
— Met Inspection Requirements· 2 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: GARRY OSTENDORF, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . KEISHA BROWN, MANAGER GARRY OSTENDORF, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Risk-Based Violations

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.
No Certified Food protection Manager. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Retail area - Missing and damaged ceiling tiles. o

Dollar General # in Chiefland: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dollar General # in Chiefland last inspected?
Dollar General # 1337 in Chiefland was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 7, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Dollar General # in Chiefland had?
Dollar General # 1337 in Chiefland has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar General # in Chiefland find?
Dollar General # 1337 in Chiefland was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 7, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Dollar General # in Chiefland had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Dollar General # 1337 in Chiefland has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Dollar General # in Chiefland?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar General # 1337 in Chiefland are: 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; 6-501.11: Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11; 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.
Does Dollar General # in Chiefland have any repeat violations?
Yes, Dollar General # 1337 in Chiefland has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 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.

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