How many health inspections has GARDEN INN HOMESTEAD had?

GARDEN INN HOMESTEAD has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has GARDEN INN HOMESTEAD ever been shut down?

No, GARDEN INN HOMESTEAD has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at GARDEN INN HOMESTEAD?

The most frequently cited violations at GARDEN INN HOMESTEAD are: Proper cooking temps, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.

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.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?

CONTAMINATION SPREAD: Improperly used wiping cloths are one of the most common contamination vehicles in food service. A single dirty cloth spreads millions of bacteria across every surface wiped. Cloths used on raw meat surfaces and then food contact surfaces cause direct cross-contamination. Bacteria double every 20 minutes on damp cloths at room temperature. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer solution between uses: chlorine 50-100 ppm or quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Change solution every 4 hours or when visibly soiled. Use separate cloths for food contact vs. non-food contact surfaces. Dry wiping cloths may be used on food contact surfaces only if laundered daily. Test sanitizer concentration with test strips.

GARDEN INN HOMESTEAD

51 S HOMESTEAD BLVD, Homestead, FL 33030

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: DJ LODGINGS, LLC · License: SEA2312645

GARDEN INN HOMESTEAD in Homestead, FL has 22 inspections on record with 185 total violations (8.4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Data current as of September 16, 2024

Inspection History (22)

Sep 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Nov 14, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Feb 3, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

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