Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater

1698 Clearwater Largo Rd, Clearwater, FL 33756

Overview

Rudy's Food and Market in Clearwater was subject to multiple stop-sale and stop-use orders in November and December 2023 after inspectors documented pest activity and adulteration issues. A stop-sale order issued November 21, 2023 required the immediate removal of Hemplitude hemp products (Summit Labs, LLC) for lacking a required certificate of analysis and misbranding; Sabritas products (Sabritas) for obtaining food from an unapproved source; and a stop-use order was issued for kitchen walk-in cooler equipment found to be unsanitary. A follow-up stop-sale order on December 5, 2023 required destruction of additional Hemplitude hemp products for adulteration, and a stop-use order was issued for equipment with evidence of pest infestation. Inspector notes from both inspection dates required the facility to develop and implement a pest management control program and to request written release from FDACS once all affected areas were adequately cleaned and sanitized. The facility was operating without a valid food permit as of April 16, 2024, with 2 violations cited at that inspection. A focused hurricane assessment visit on September 2, 2023 documented no violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

0Inspections
0Violations
0Closures
4FDACS Insp.
8Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS: April 16, 2024

Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 0 violations / inspection 0 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.14 violations / inspection 6.14 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average
Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater

Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater

1698 Clearwater Largo Rd, Clearwater, FL 33756

  • Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service
  • Owner: Rudys Food and Market LLC
  • DBPR License: NOS6218730
  • FDACS Estab #: 343821
Overview

Rudy's Food and Market in Clearwater was subject to multiple stop-sale and stop-use orders in November and December 2023 after inspectors documented pest activity and adulteration issues. A stop-sale order issued November 21, 2023 required the immediate removal of Hemplitude hemp products (Summit Labs, LLC) for lacking a required certificate of analysis and misbranding; Sabritas products (Sabritas) for obtaining food from an unapproved source; and a stop-use order was issued for kitchen walk-in cooler equipment found to be unsanitary. A follow-up stop-sale order on December 5, 2023 required destruction of additional Hemplitude hemp products for adulteration, and a stop-use order was issued for equipment with evidence of pest infestation. Inspector notes from both inspection dates required the facility to develop and implement a pest management control program and to request written release from FDACS once all affected areas were adequately cleaned and sanitized. The facility was operating without a valid food permit as of April 16, 2024, with 2 violations cited at that inspection. A focused hurricane assessment visit on September 2, 2023 documented no violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

0Inspections
0Violations
0Closures
4FDACS Insp.
8Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS: April 16, 2024

Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 0 violations / inspection 0 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.14 violations / inspection 6.14 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater: FDACS Inspection History (4)

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
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 2 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: NICHOLAS SAWYER

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. Report amended 04/17/24

Good Retail Practice Violations

5-403.12 Condensate drainage or other non-sewage liquids or rainwater not drained from point of discharge to disposal according to law. 5-403.12
Walk in cooler: Condensate from condenser leaking into tub on shelf.
99 Expired Permit - The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12(a)(1), F.S., 5K-4.020(5), F.A.C.
Entity is operating with a valid food permit. o
— 3 inspections
— Re-Inspection Required· 4 stop-sale orders· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: ISAAC ABRAHAM, OWNER

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. Re-inspection visit required due to pests. A re-inspection visit will be conducted on or about 14 days. Food establishment ‘can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 to request food safety inspector visit for written release when all affected areas have been adequately cleaned and sanitized. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action. In addition, food establishment must develop and implement a pest management control program. If evidence of pest infestation is observed on the next scheduled inspection, a Stop-sale of all food items will be issued.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Hemplitude

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Distribution and Retail Sale

Lot: M7/12/23 # Of Pkgs: 5 Size Of Pkg: 1.32 oz Total Weight: 9.24 oz

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food entity management and witnessed by inspector.

RELEASE NOTICE

STOP USE ORDER — Brand: NIA

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Lot: N/A # Of Pkgs: N/A Size Of Pkg: N/A Total Weight: N/A

Disposition: Equipment was obtained, repaired or replaced, checked, and released.

STOP USE ORDER — Brand: NIA

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and animals not present. Comments: All affected areas must be adequately cleaned and sanitized. In addition, the food establishment must develop and implement a pest management control program. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5620 or [email protected] to request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release. FDACS-14325 Rev. 05/22 Print Date: 12/5/2023, Page 15 of 16 Scanned by CamScanner When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes. AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT Ifyou wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with Sections 120.589 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must contain: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any). 2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of pleadings and other papers shall be made. 3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts alleged by the department (informal hearing) 4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice. Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by Florida Law. HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS ON DESTROYED PRODUCTS 1 Pe G A bdohwoar the person in charge of ST GEORGES SHELL hereby waive a notice and a hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this, ae 2 (Signa ACKNOWLEDGEMENT A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment. | acknowledge receipt of a copy of this documen Ltl ee Signature of FDACS Representative ‘Signature of Representative ISAAC ABRAHAM, OWNER: Print Name and Title AMBER RUCKDESCHEL, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I FDACS-14325 Rev. 05/22 Print Date: 12/5/2023, Page 16 of 16 Scanned by CamScanner

Lot: N/A # Of Pkgs: N/A Size Of Pkg: N/A Total Weight: N/A

— Re-Inspection Required· 4 violations· 4 stop-sale orders· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: AMBER RUCKDESCHEL

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to FoodSafety@FDACS. gov. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Re-inspection visit required due to pests. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 to request food safety inspector visit for written release when all affected areas have been adequately cleaned and sanitized. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action. In addition, food establishment must develop and implement a pest management control program. Stop Use Order issued on 11/21/23 for kitchen walk-in cooler. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety inspector visit for written release of equipment. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action. Stop Sale Order issued on 11/21/23 for Churrumais chips and Hemplitude gummies. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety inspector visit for written release of product. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action. Employee Health Guidelines, reporting agreement, guidelines for the cleanup of vomit and diarrheal events, allergens, dish washing procedures and pest control provided. If evidence of pest infestation is observed on the next inspection, a Stop-Use Order will be issued on all receiving areas of the establishment and the establishment will no longer be allowed to receive additional food items, a Stop Use Order of all processing equipment will be issued, and a Stop Sale Order of all exposed food items will be issued until the infestation is eradicated. A copy of the Pest Control Plan Checklist has been provided to the establishment. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

Risk-Based Violations

2-103.11(A)-(N) A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) Pf
Pattern of non compliance of cold holding temperatures, knowledge of receiving temperatures, insuring proper sanitization of equipment, approved source, or food allergens. Citation Description: Demonstration of knowledge not in compliance. At least one Priority violation observed during the inspection, the establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program, and the person in charge is unable to respond correctly to food safety questions relevant to the operation. 2-102.11(A), (B), (C)(1) and (4)-(16) Pf Observation: Establishment did not have a current certified food protection manager, received priority violations, and the person in charge could not answer questions to demonstrate knowledge. Citation Description: 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 Observation: Person in charge unable to answer questions regarding food borne illnesses. Citation Description: Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) Pf Observation: Establishment could not provide verifiable documentation that employees are aware reporting foodborne illnesses. Citation Description: 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 Observation: Food Service Area: Neither handwash sinks displayed employee handwash signage.
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.
Current food protection manager documentation not available upon request.

Good Retail Practice Violations

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6-501.11 Premises not maintained free of roaches and rodents; or not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) P
Front Food Service Area: Observed rodent droppings in front cabinets below counters. Retail Area: Observed rodent droppings and food debris and packages with gnaw marks on lower shelves of chip aisle.Food contact surfaces washed, rinsed and sanitized and affected area cleaned and sanitized. Citation Description: Insect control device used to electrocute or stun flying insects not designed to retain the insect within the device; or insect controt device located over a food preparation area or not installed to prevent dead insects and fragments from being impelled onto or falling on exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, or linens; or unwrapped single-service or single-use articles. 6-202.13 Observation: Front Food Service Area: On left side of food service area next to handwash sink, insect control device to electrocute or stun insects near deli slicer.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Hemplitude

Reason: FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Comments: When corrections have been made, request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release of product by contacting the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. FDACS-14325 Rev. 05/22 Print Date: 11/21/2023 Page 6 of 11 Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Bureau of Food Inspection sanacion Attention: Business Center Division of Food Safety 3125 Conner Boulevard, C-26 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1650 FOOD SAFETY INSPECTION SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT Florida Statues. Chapter 500.172, 500.174 (850) 245-5520 WILTON SIMPSON COMMISSIONER Visit #: 99997182236354 Food Entity # 343821 Food Entity Name’ ST GEORGES SHELL Date Of Visit: November 21, 2023 Inspected By: AMBER RUCKDESCHEL Food Entity Location Address: 1698 Clearwater Largo RD Clearwater, FL 33756-1107 Food Entity Mailing Address: 1698 Clearwater Largo RD Clearwater, FL 33756-1107 Food Entity Type/Description: 124/Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice Food Entity Owner: KAB GROUP LLC SUPPLEMENTAL KEY #:

Lot: LOT: HN # Of Pkgs: 1 Size Of Pkg: 1.4 oz Total Weight: 1.4 oz

STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Hemplitude

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Distribution and Retail Sale Comments: No certificate of analysis that meets requirements. FDACS-14325 Rev. 05/22 Print Date: 11/21/2023 Page 7 of 11 Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Bureau of Food Inspection Attention: Business Center Division of Food Safety 3125 Conner Boulevard, C-28 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1850 FOOD SAFETY INSPECTION SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT Florida Statues. Chapter 500.172, 500.174 : (850) 245-5520 WILTON SIMPSON ONE! COMMISSIONER Visit #: 99997182236354 Food Entity #: 343821 Food Entity Name: ST GEORGES SHELL Date Of Visit: November 21, 2023 Inspected By: AMBER RUCKDESCHEL Food Entity Location Address: 1698 Clearwater Largo RD Clearwater, FL 33756-1107 Food Entity Mailing Address: 1698 Clearwater Largo RD Clearwater, FL 33756-1107 Food Entity Type/Description: 124/Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice Food Entity Owner: KAB GROUP LLC SUPPLEMENTAL KEY #:

Lot: M7/12/23 # Of Pkgs: 5 Size Of Pkg: 1.32 oz Total Weight: 9.24 oz

STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Sabritas

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source. Comments: When corrections have been made, request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release of product by contacting the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or FoodSafety@FDACS gov. FDACS-14325 Rev. 05/22 Print Date: 11/21/2023, Page 8 of 11 Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Bureau: of Food Inspection ee Attention: Business Center Division of Food Safety 3125 Conner Boulevard, C-26 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1650 FOOD SAFETY INSPECTION SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT Florida Statues. Chapter 500.172, 500.174 (850) 245-5520 WILTON SIMPSON ;OMMISSIONER “ ‘one Visit #: 99997182236354 Food Entity #: 343821 Food Entity Name: ST GEORGES SHELL Date Of Visit: November 21, 2023 Inspected By: AMBER RUCKDESCHEL Food Entity Location Address: 4698 Clearwater Largo RD Clearwater, FL 33756-1107 Food Entity Mailing Address: 1698 Clearwater Largo RD Clearwater, FL 33756-1107 Food Entity Type/Description: 124/Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice Food Entity Owner: KAB GROUP LLC SUPPLEMENTAL KEY #:

Lot: N/A # Of Pkgs: 4 Size Of Pkg: 58 grams Total Weight: 232 grams

STOP SALE ORDER — Brand: Sabritas

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source. Comments: When corrections have been made, request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release of product by contacting the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or FoodSafety@FDACS. gov. FDACS-14325 Rev. 05/22 Print Date: 11/21/2023 Page 9 of 11 Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Bureau of Food Inspection Attention: Business Center Division of Food Safety 3125 Conner Boulevard, C-26 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1650 FOOD SAFETY INSPECTION SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT Florida Statues. Chapter 500.172, 500.174 (850) 245-5520 WILTON SIMPSON COMMISSIONER Visit #: 99997182236354 Food Entity #: 343821 Food Entity Name: ST GEORGES SHELL Date Of Visit: November 21, 2023 Inspected By: AMBER RUCKDESCHEL Food Entity Location Address: 1698 Clearwater Largo RD Clearwater, FL 33756-1107 Food Entity Mailing Address: 41698 Clearwater Largo RD Clearwater, FL 33756-1107 Food Entity Type/Description: 424/Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice Food Entity Owner: KAB GROUP LLC SUPPLEMENTAL KEY #:

Lot: N/A. # Of Pkgs: 3 Size Of Pkg: 59 grams Total Weight: 174 grams

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: ROBERT SMITH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: “Offsite Focused Visit to conduct assessment for Hurricane Idalia

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (8)

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.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP SALE ORDER Hemplitude / M7/12/23 # Of Pkgs: 5 Size Of Pkg: 1.32 oz Total Weight: 9.24 oz FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Distribution and Retail Sale
RELEASE NOTICE
STOP USE ORDER NIA / N/A # Of Pkgs: N/A Size Of Pkg: N/A Total Weight: N/A FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl…
STOP USE ORDER NIA / N/A # Of Pkgs: N/A Size Of Pkg: N/A Total Weight: N/A FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, rodents, and animals not present. Comment…
STOP SALE ORDER Hemplitude / LOT: HN # Of Pkgs: 1 Size Of Pkg: 1.4 oz Total Weight: 1.4 oz FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children. Comments: When corrections have been…
STOP SALE ORDER Hemplitude / M7/12/23 # Of Pkgs: 5 Size Of Pkg: 1.32 oz Total Weight: 9.24 oz FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Distribution and Retail Sale Comments: No certificate of analysis that meets require…
STOP SALE ORDER Sabritas / N/A # Of Pkgs: 4 Size Of Pkg: 58 grams Total Weight: 232 grams FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source. Comments: When corrections have …
STOP SALE ORDER Sabritas / N/A. # Of Pkgs: 3 Size Of Pkg: 59 grams Total Weight: 174 grams FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source. Comments: When corrections have …

Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater had?
Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
Has Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater ever been shut down?
No, Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
When was Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater last inspected?
Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on April 16, 2024. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit.
How many inspections has Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater had?
Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater find?
Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater was most recently inspected by FDACS on April 16, 2024 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit).
Has Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater has 8 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
What are the most common violations at Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Rudys Food and Market in Clearwater are: 5-403.12: Condensate drainage or other non-sewage liquids or rainwater not drained from point of discharge to disposal according to law. 5-403.12; 2-103.11(A)-(N): A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) Pf; 6-501.11: Premises not maintained free of roaches and rodents; or not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) P.

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