Wendy's in Lake Worth
Last inspected:
7050 Jog Rd, Lake Worth, FL 33467Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Wendy's 2502 in Lake Worth has compiled a concerning pattern of high-priority violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 1.7 violations per inspection and totaling 41 violations overall. Hand washing and shell stock handling violations dominate the record, with proper hand/arm washing cited in at least 6 inspections and shell stock requirements appearing in 7 inspections over the past 18 months alone. Employee health reporting violations — a critical food safety issue involving sick workers handling food — were cited in at least 5 inspections between October 2023 and October 2025. The facility has never been emergency-closed but has received escalating formal enforcement: one disciplinary action with $160 in fines, and administrative complaint recommendations in 3 of the past 5 inspections. The most recent inspection on February 25, 2026 documented 4 high-priority violations including hand washing and shell stock handling failures, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation. This pattern of recurring high-priority violations, particularly around employee health protocols and handwashing, suggests systemic management failures to enforce basic food safety practices despite multiple warnings and formal enforcement actions.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Wendy's in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Wendy's in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025012975 | $160.00 | Dec 26, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Wendy's in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Wendy's in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wendy's in Lake Worth last inspected?
- Wendy's 2502 in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 25, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Wendy's in Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's 2502 in Lake Worth are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Wendy's in Lake Worth had?
- Wendy's 2502 in Lake Worth has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Wendy's in Lake Worth find?
- Wendy's 2502 in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on February 25, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Wendy's in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- No, Wendy's 2502 in Lake Worth has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Wendy's in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Wendy's 2502 in Lake Worth has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Wendy's in Lake Worth been fined?
- Wendy's 2502 in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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