Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee

Last inspected:

501 N 15th St, Immokalee, FL 34142
Overview

VW Handy Food Store 065 is a vended water facility in Immokalee that has undergone 6 FDACS inspections between February 2024 and April 2026. The facility received 8 violations during a December 2025 Met Sanitation Inspection, all of which were corrected on site: tongs used for hot food items had not been cleaned since 7:00 AM and were sanitized by an employee during inspection, debris accumulated on a can opener blade and was removed during inspection, and the facility lacked a written procedure for vomit and diarrheal cleanup. This was a repeat violation of the cleanup procedure requirement. The facility has also been required to submit documentation demonstrating its water supply comes from an approved source, as mandated by Rule 5K-4.004(3)(a), FAC — a requirement that remained outstanding as of the March 2024 inspection when the person in charge stated they were unable to provide the documentation at that time. The most recent inspection on April 2, 2026 was a focused inspection with lab results provided and zero violations cited.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

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Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee: FDACS Inspection History (9)

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
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: LEARY, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

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. Provided guidance on vomit and diarrheal clean-up written procedure.

Risk-Based Violations

4-601.11(A) Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) PfPf
Kitchen Area- Accumulation of debris on can opener blade. (COS) Employee cleaned and sanitized blade during inspection.
4-602.11(C) Equipment food-contact surface or utensil used with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned throughout the day at least every 4 hours. Exception criteria for an alternative cleaning frequency not met. 4-602.11(C) PP
Front Service Area- Tongs used for hot food items at 11:30AM not cleaned since 7:00AM. (COS) Employee cleaned and sanitized tongs during inspection. x
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
Retail- No written procedure available for vomit and diarrheal clean-up.

Good Retail Practice Violations

2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11
Kitchen Area- Employee handling food without hair restraint.
6-501.18 Plumbing fixtures including but not limited to handwashing sinks, toilets and urinals not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 6-501.18
Front Service Area- Accumulation of lime-like substance on handwashing sink faucet.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back Room Area- Ceiling tiles in disrepair near mop sink.
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
Kitchen Area- Accumulation of dust/debris on ceiling above cook line.
6-501.14 Intake or exhaust air ducts not cleaned or filters not changed and they are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, or other materials; or ventilation system vented to the outside creates a public health hazard or nuisance or unlawful discharge. 6-501.14
Walk In Cooler- Accumulation of dust/debris on ceiling cooler vents.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted Routine Offsite Inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 5 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted Routine Offsite Inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: JOHN WEAVER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: This Focused Inspection is being conducted offsite to document a verbal conversation to help assist the food establishment with compliance of recent food safety observations and continuing issues. Spoke to Becky Aragus about obtaining water source documentation and person in charge stated they are unable to provide documentation at this time and will contact supervisor. Provided food establishment with interagency water supply form through email. Food Establishment must submit updated documentation demonstrating the water supply for its facility comes from an approved source, as required by Rule 5K-4.004(3)(a), FAC. Please submit the documents within 30 days of this visit to: [email protected] Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: JOHN WEAVER

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to FoodSafety@FDACS. gov. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Guidance for written procedures for the clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events provided. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector. Food Establishment must submit updated documentation demonstrating the water supply for its facility comes from an approved source, as required by Rule 5K-4.004(3)(a), FAC. Please submit the documents within 30 days of this visit to: michelle. [email protected]

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted Routine Offsite Inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee last inspected?
Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on April 2, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee had?
Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee has 9 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee find?
Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee was most recently inspected by FDACS on April 2, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Vw Handy Food Store 065 in Immokalee are: 4-601.11(A): Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) Pf; 4-602.11(C): Equipment food-contact surface or utensil used with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned throughout the day at least every 4 hours. Exception criteria for an alternative cleaning frequency not met. 4-602.11(C) P; 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.

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