How many health inspections has CITRON OF HOBE SOUND had?

CITRON OF HOBE SOUND has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CITRON OF HOBE SOUND ever been shut down?

No, CITRON OF HOBE SOUND has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at CITRON OF HOBE SOUND?

The most frequently cited violations at CITRON OF HOBE SOUND are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

CITRON OF HOBE SOUND

11750 SE DIXIE HWY, Hobe Sound, FL 33455

Martin County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CITRONOFHOBESOUND LLC · License: SEA5301449

CITRON OF HOBE SOUND in Hobe Sound, FL has 27 inspections on record with 83 total violations (3.1 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

27Inspections

83Violations

0Closures

Data current as of October 7, 2024

Inspection History (27)

Oct 7, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Jul 12, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

May 9, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 8, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Apr 10, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Dec 12, 2022 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 28, 2022 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Nov 9, 2022 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Oct 6, 2022 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V19 Proper hot holding

V26 Approved additives

Sep 21, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 20, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

Nov 30, 2021 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 1, 2021 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 19, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 10, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 8, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Jun 22, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Jun 1, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 29, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Jun 28, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jun 20, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 31, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

May 30, 2018 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jan 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jun 21, 2017 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Jun 20, 2017 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Sep 16, 2016 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

How Does This Facility Compare?

CITRON OF HOBE SOUND has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Martin County average of 0.09 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.76.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has CITRON OF HOBE SOUND had?: CITRON OF HOBE SOUND has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has CITRON OF HOBE SOUND ever been shut down?: No, CITRON OF HOBE SOUND has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at CITRON OF HOBE SOUND?: The most frequently cited violations at CITRON OF HOBE SOUND are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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