Linda Citgo in Frostproof

Last inspected:

22 Co Road 630, Frostproof, FL 33843
Overview

Linda Citgo, a convenience store with limited food service in Frostproof, has received 4 FDACS inspections on record since July 2022. The facility had 6 total violations across its inspection history, all of which were foundation-level (Pf) citations. The most recent inspection on September 12, 2025 documented 3 violations, including a repeat finding that the establishment lacks written procedures for vomit and diarrhea event cleanup. The inspector provided a guidance handout to assist management in developing step-by-step procedures. That same inspection also cited the absence of a proper metal stem food thermometer for checking internal temperatures of boiled peanuts—the facility had only a meat thermometer calibrated to 140°F or higher, which cannot be verified for accuracy in ice water as required. An earlier violation from July 2022 noted that hand cleaning supplies and paper towels were not provided at handwashing sinks in the food service and restroom areas. Focused inspections in July 2025 and October 2024 resulted in no violations. The facility has not been subject to stop-sale orders or emergency closures on record.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

4FDACS Insp.
6Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Linda Citgo in Frostproof: 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.

— 2 inspections
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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.

Risk-Based Violations

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 PfPfRepeat
The food establishment does not have a written vomit or diarrhea event clean up procedure available. A guidance handout was given to the food establishment's management to help them write up step by step procedures for vomit and/or diarrhea event clean up.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-204.11 Temperature measuring device sensor not located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit or in the coolest part of a hot food storage unit; cold or hot holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety food not equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display; or temperature measuring device not designed to be easily readable. 4-204.112(A), (B) and (D)
Retail area- no thermometer available inside the tabletop sandwich reach in display cooler unit.
4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
Food service area- Food entity does not have the correct type of metal stem food probe thermometer available to check internal food temperatures with (boiled peanuts).They have a meat thermometer that reads at 140 degrees F or higher and cannot be checked for accuracy in ice water(slush) at 32 degrees F
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Visit conducted in response to Hurricane Milton follow-up.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Request# 5081608. Initial inspection conducted. Water and sewer service documentation provided. No hemp edible or inhaled products available yet during this initial inspection. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.

Risk-Based Violations

6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Food Service and Back areas- no paper towels provided at the hand wash sinks in the food service area and in the restroom. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

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
Back area- no drain table or drain rack provided near the 3 compartment sink. o
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back area- holes in wall panel behind the fountain syrup dispensing area. o

Linda Citgo in Frostproof: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Linda Citgo in Frostproof last inspected?
Linda Citgo in Frostproof was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 12, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Linda Citgo in Frostproof had?
Linda Citgo in Frostproof has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Linda Citgo in Frostproof find?
Linda Citgo in Frostproof was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 12, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Linda Citgo in Frostproof had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Linda Citgo in Frostproof has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Linda Citgo in Frostproof?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Linda Citgo in Frostproof are: 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf; 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; 6-501.11: Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11.

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