How many health inspections has JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC had?

JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC ever been shut down?

No, JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC?

The most frequently cited violations at JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC are: Clean multi-use utensils, Adequate lighting, Employee health reporting.

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 V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

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.

JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC

229 E VOORHIS, Deland, FL 32720

Volusia County · Permanent Food Service · License: SEA7406479

JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC in Deland, FL has 24 inspections on record with 183 total violations (7.6 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

24Inspections

183Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 12, 2025

Inspection History (24)

Mar 12, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Nov 1, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

May 8, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Mar 6, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Aug 18, 2023 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Mar 8, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 25, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 13, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 14, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Feb 4, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 15, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Oct 13, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Feb 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

Dec 18, 2019 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Aug 7, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Jul 31, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

May 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 29, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

V41 Toilet facilities

Oct 16, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Aug 17, 2017 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 16, 2017 — Routine - Food· 25 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 11, 2017 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 3, 2016 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Jul 27, 2016 — Routine - Food· 20 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Volusia County average of 0.13 closures per facility. It has averaged 7.6 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.15.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC had?: JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC ever been shut down?: No, JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC?: The most frequently cited violations at JAMAICAN AND SOUL RESTAURANT INC are: Clean multi-use utensils, Adequate lighting, Employee health reporting.

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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).

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