Jiffy in Chiefland
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607 S Main St, Chiefland, FL 32626Jiffy 2948 in Chiefland has experienced significant pest contamination requiring multiple enforcement actions in 2025. A stop-use order issued May 14 documented rodent droppings along the floor and walls in the back room ware washing area, in and around ware washing sink basins, and in the hallway toward restrooms. The facility was ordered to clear, clean, and sanitize all affected storage and processing areas and implement a pest management control program. A stop-sale order issued the same date required voluntary destruction of affected products witnessed by the inspector. A second stop-use order issued May 30 addressed the affected areas following cleaning and sanitization, with the facility released to resume operations after reinspection. The April 2025 inspection prior to the pest findings cited 14 violations including missing probe thermometers for temperature monitoring, inadequate handwashing facilities, and absence of written procedures for vomiting and diarrheal event response. The facility operated without a valid food permit in July 2023 and received 16 violations at that inspection, including raw eggs stored directly over ready-to-eat sandwiches and missing backflow prevention on an exterior hose connection. Two focused inspections in 2023 and 2024 following hurricanes Idalia and Debby resulted in no violations. The most recent inspection on May 30, 2025 met sanitation requirements with 3 violations corrected during the visit.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Jiffy in Chiefland: FDACS Inspection History (6)
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.
— 3 inspections
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· 1 stop-sale order· Met Requirements
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STOP USE ORDER
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— Re-Inspection Required· 1 violation· 2 stop-sale orders· Re-Inspection Required
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STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
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— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed· 14 violations· Met Requirements
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— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 16 violations· Operating Without Permit
Risk-Based Violations
Good Retail Practice Violations
Jiffy in Chiefland: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (3)
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.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
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| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and animals not present. | |
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and animals not present. | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and animals not present. Comments… |
Jiffy in Chiefland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Jiffy in Chiefland last inspected?
- Jiffy 2948 in Chiefland was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on May 30, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
- How many inspections has Jiffy in Chiefland had?
- Jiffy 2948 in Chiefland has 6 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Jiffy in Chiefland find?
- Jiffy 2948 in Chiefland was most recently inspected by FDACS on May 30, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
- Has Jiffy in Chiefland had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Jiffy 2948 in Chiefland has 3 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were released after correction.
- What are the most common violations at Jiffy in Chiefland?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Jiffy 2948 in Chiefland are: 4-903.11(A): Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-903.11(A); 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; 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.
- Does Jiffy in Chiefland have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Jiffy 2948 in Chiefland has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 4-903.11(A): Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-903.11(A); 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; 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.
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