Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee

Last inspected:

22 E C 470, Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538

Part of: Circle K Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee had a stop-use order issued September 4, 2024 for unsanitary equipment and improper cold holding temperatures. Equipment was repaired or replaced and released back into service. The facility received 6 violations during that same inspection, including the person in charge failing to correctly answer questions about preventing transmission of foodborne illnesses and the establishment lacking written procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. A follow-up focused inspection on August 5, 2025 found no violations, with the inspector noting that issues from a prior complaint request had been discussed with staff.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
6Violations
1Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS:

Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee: FDACS Inspection History (2)

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: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: GINNY MILER

Comments: The issues described in Request # 5136667 were discussed with the person in charge during this visit.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 6 violations· 1 stop-sale order· Met Requirements

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: GINNY MILER

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.

Risk-Based Violations

2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Person in charge could not correctly answer all questions regarding main food borne illnesses. Guidelines provided. o
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
Establishment could not provide written procedures for clean-up and disinfection of vomiting and diarrheal events. Guidance 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
Retail area: Hand wash sign not available at hand washing sink by the coffee station. Hand washing sign provided by the department.
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.Repeat
Food establishment could not provide documentation of certified food protection manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Retail area: Accumulation of liquid and food residue in reach-in cooler by the nachos counter.
6-501.16 After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16
Restroom hallway: Wet mop left not hung to dry.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cold holding temperatures.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Equipment was obtained, repaired or replaced, checked, and released.

Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (1)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cold holding temperatures.

Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee last inspected?
Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 5, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee had?
Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee find?
Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 5, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee has 1 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were released after correction.
What are the most common violations at Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Circle K in Lake Panasoffkee are: 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf; 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.

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