Circle K in Florida City

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16 N Krome Ave, Florida City, FL 33034

Part of: Circle K Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Circle K #9009 in Florida City was operating without a valid food permit as of May 19, 2023, when an inspection found 10 violations including multiple temperature control failures and a stop-use order that remained in effect for the walk-in cooler and ice machine. Hot-held potato wedges were measured at 111–123°F (minimum required 135°F) and were reheated to 165°F during inspection; sausage biscuits at 102–104°F were voluntarily discarded by management. The facility lacked written procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events, had black flies observed in the kitchen processing area, and a trash can blocking the handwashing sink (corrected on site). The facility was required to complete its food permit application and remit full payment to FDACS before resuming licensed operations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
10Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Circle K in Florida City: FDACS Inspection History (1)

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· 10 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: GUISELLA URIBE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Guidance for written procedures for the clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events document provided. The original Stop-use Order for equipment issued on 05/05/2023 remains in effect. The walk-in cooler was not fixed and the ice machine has not been washed, rinsed and sanitized in the establishment. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.16(A)(1) Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) PP
Food Service- Potato wedges were probed with a calibrated thermometer and found between 111-123*F. COS, food items were reheated to 165*F during inspection. Food Service- Sausage biscuits were probed with a calibrated thermometer and found between 102-104*F. COS, food items were voluntarily discarded by management during inspection. x
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Food establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event involving the discharge of vomitus/diarrhea. Guidance for written procedures for the clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events document provided. o
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Kitchen- Trash can was found in front of hand sink located next to preparation table. COS, item was removed. x
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.
No certified food manager available in food establishment that cooks chicken from raw. o Print Date: 5/19/2023 Page 1 of 4

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-302.12 Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and unmistakably recognized and has been removed from its original packaging for use in the establishment is not identified with the common name of the food. 3-302.12
Food Service- Unlabeled bottles of barbecue sauce and spicy sauce found displayed by the hot holding unit. o
6-501.11 Premises not maintained free of insects and other pests; 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) Pf
Kitchen- Black flies found flying around in processing area. o
3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
Kitchen- Oil and bottles of vinegar found stored directly on the floor underneath a shelf in front of the walk-in freezer. o
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)
Backroom- Case of single-service cups was found stored directly on the floor inside the storage room. o
4-301.13 Drainboards, utensil racks, or tables not large enough to accommodate all soiled and cleaned items that accumulate during hours of operation or not provided for necessary utensil holding before cleaning and after sanitizing. 4-301.13
Kitchen- Drain boards not large enough to accommodate all soiled and cleaned equipment and utensils during hours of operation. o
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. Food Establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days. 500.12(1) (a)F.S., 5K-4.020(4)(b) F.A.C.
Food Establishment was operating without a valid 2023 food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. o

Circle K in Florida City: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K in Florida City last inspected?
Circle K #9009 in Florida City was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on May 19, 2023. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit.
How many inspections has Circle K in Florida City had?
Circle K #9009 in Florida City has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Circle K in Florida City find?
Circle K #9009 in Florida City was most recently inspected by FDACS on May 19, 2023 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit).
Has Circle K in Florida City had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Circle K #9009 in Florida City has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Circle K in Florida City?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Circle K #9009 in Florida City are: 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf; 3-501.16(A)(1): Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) P; 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf.

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