Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead

Last inspected:

862 N Krome Ave, Homestead, FL 33030
Overview

Mercadito Guatemala Corp, a convenience store in Homestead, underwent a preoperational inspection on November 14, 2025 and was cited for 4 violations, including a priority foundation violation for the absence of written procedures for employees to respond to vomiting or diarrhea incidents. The inspector provided guidance for developing written procedures for cleaning up such events. The establishment has not yet completed permitting requirements under Florida Administrative Code Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e). All citations were noted for correction during the initial inspection.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
4Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead: 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
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: JULIO AZPURUA, SENIOR 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. Visit establishment to follow up on Request # 5143465. Initial Inspection Conducted. Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements 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 suspend food activities. 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. Guidance for written procedures for the clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events document is provided via e-mail. The Food Permit type is 122-Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service. If the establishment wishes to offer food service, call 850-245-5520 to request an inspector visit to change the permit type prior to beginning any processing.

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
The establishment lacks written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrhea incidents. Copy of guidance for written procedures for cleaning up vomiting and diarrheal events provided.
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
Backroom area - No hand wash sign provided at hand sink inside employees unisex restroom. COS, hand sign was provided at hand sink during the inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Backroom area - No covered trash can provide inside employees unisex restroom.
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not provided with a tight-fitting self-closing door. 6-202.14
Backroom area - Employees unisex restroom door is not self-closing.

Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead last inspected?
Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on November 14, 2025. Inspection type: Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead had?
Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead find?
Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 14, 2025 (Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements).
Has Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Mercadito Guatemala Corp in Homestead are: 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; 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; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17.

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