Circle K # in Hilliard

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551726 Us Highway 1, Hilliard, FL 32046

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

Overview

Circle K #1262 in Hilliard received three stop-sale orders on September 24, 2025 for labeling violations under Florida Food Law (FS 500; FAC 5K-4), requiring immediate removal of affected products from sale. The facility has had two inspections on record. A focused inspection on September 1, 2023 related to Hurricane Idalia preparedness found no violations. A product re-inspection on September 24, 2025 identified nine violations, including three priority-foundation findings: the establishment lacked written procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events to minimize contamination spread, the handwashing sink was blocked by paper towels and a mop bucket (corrected on site during inspection), and the handwashing sink lacked soap and hand drying provisions (also corrected on site). The most recent inspection outcome was Product Re-inspection Required.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
9Violations
3Stop-Sale Orders

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Circle K # in Hilliard: FDACS Inspection History (2)

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
— Product Re-inspection Required· 9 violations· 3 stop-sale orders· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: GREG PENSABENE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: CHARLEY STROHL

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. Request # 5138956

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 PfPf
This food establishments does not have the required written procedures for the clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events that address the specific actions to be taken to minimize the spread of contamination. Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events Guidance document provided.
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
Warewashing: Handwash sink blocked by large roll of paper towels and the mop bucket. COS: Sink cleared during inspection.
6-301.14 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
Retail: No hand wash sign posted at hand washing sink.
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
Retail: Hand wash sink not stocked with soap or hand drying provision. COS: Sink stocked appropriately during inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-501.11 Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests not removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. 6-501.112
Backroom: Dead insects observed on floor next to reach in freezer.
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
Backroom: Boxes of food products stored directly on the floor.
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: Boxes of single use articles stored directly on the floor.
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Backroom: Floors under reach in freezer and outside walk in cooler observed with a build up of dirt and mold like substance. Walk in beverage cooler: Floors observed with build up of food debris. Walk in cooler: Build up of dust and mold like substance on walls and fan covers.
81 Kratom products for human consumption not labeled as required by Chapter 500, F.S. 5K-4.030(3)(a), F.A.C.
Establishment : Multiple Kratom products found to be missing Kratom labeling requirements. Stop Sale Order issued, see order

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date: 9/24/2025 Page 1 of 3

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STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:

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STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date: 9/24/2025 Page 2 of 3 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 If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with Sections 120.569 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 I, _____________________________________________________ the person in charge of CIRCLE K # 1262 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 report. ____________________________________________ (Signature) ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document. (Signature of FDACS Representative) (Signature of Representative) GREG PENSABENE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST CHARLEY STROHL, STORE MANAGER Print Name and Title FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13 Print Date: 9/24/2025 Page 3 of 3

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— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: DIANA DUNCAN, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: MELANIE BAKER

Comments: Offsite Focused Visit to conduct assessment for Hurricane Idalia. Facility refused to answer questions. Inspection report provided via email.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Circle K # in Hilliard: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (3)

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 Circle K # 1262 in Hilliard
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP SALE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date: 9/24/2025 Page 1 of 3
STOP SALE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
STOP SALE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date: 9/24/2025 Page 2 of 3 When the depart…

Circle K # in Hilliard: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K # in Hilliard last inspected?
Circle K # 1262 in Hilliard was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 24, 2025. Inspection type: Product Re-inspection Required.
How many inspections has Circle K # in Hilliard had?
Circle K # 1262 in Hilliard has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Circle K # in Hilliard find?
Circle K # 1262 in Hilliard was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 24, 2025 (Product Re-inspection Required).
Has Circle K # in Hilliard had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Circle K # 1262 in Hilliard has 3 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Circle K # in Hilliard?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Circle K # 1262 in Hilliard 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; 6-301.14: 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; 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.

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