How many health inspections has TJ'S GOURMET PIZZA CAFE had?

TJ'S GOURMET PIZZA CAFE has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has TJ'S GOURMET PIZZA CAFE ever been shut down?

No, TJ'S GOURMET PIZZA CAFE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at TJ'S GOURMET PIZZA CAFE?

The most frequently cited violations at TJ'S GOURMET PIZZA CAFE are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.

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 V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

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.

TJ'S GOURMET PIZZA CAFE

1515 GULF BLVD, Indian Rocks Bch, FL 33785

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: TJ'S GOURMET PIZZA CAFE INC · License: SEA6214139

TJ'S GOURMET PIZZA CAFE in Indian Rocks Bch, FL has 27 inspections on record with 214 total violations (7.9 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Data current as of March 14, 2025

Inspection History (27)

Mar 14, 2025 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

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V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 20, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

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V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Apr 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied

TJ'S GOURMET PIZZA CAFE

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