How many health inspections has GERSHYS CAFE AND PASTRY had?

GERSHYS CAFE AND PASTRY has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has GERSHYS CAFE AND PASTRY ever been shut down?

No, GERSHYS CAFE AND PASTRY has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at GERSHYS CAFE AND PASTRY?

The most frequently cited violations at GERSHYS CAFE AND PASTRY are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

GERSHYS CAFE AND PASTRY

4500 140 AVE N, Clearwater, FL 33762

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: GERSHYS CAFE AND PASTRY LLC · License: SEA6214308

GERSHYS CAFE AND PASTRY in Clearwater, FL has 21 inspections on record with 153 total violations (7.3 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Inspection History (21)

Jan 13, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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