How many health inspections has KOO'S KITCHEN had?

KOO'S KITCHEN has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has KOO'S KITCHEN ever been shut down?

No, KOO'S KITCHEN has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at KOO'S KITCHEN?

The most frequently cited violations at KOO'S KITCHEN are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

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.

KOO'S KITCHEN

2828 S MCCALL ROAD #47, Englewood, FL 34224

Charlotte County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: NEW KOO'S KITCHEN INC · License: SEA1801486

KOO'S KITCHEN in Englewood, FL has 27 inspections on record with 171 total violations (6.3 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Inspection History (27)

May 13, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Aug 20, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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