Winn Dixie # in Lake Worth

Last inspected:

6600 Hypoluxo Rd, Lake Worth, FL 33467

Part of: Winn-Dixie Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Winn-Dixie #0397 in Lake Worth had three stop-sale orders issued on August 19, 2024, requiring the immediate removal of time/temperature control for safety foods that failed proper cooling and cold-holding requirements. A cooked pork shoulder held at 48°F, cut watermelons at 48°F after eight hours in the cooler, and deli sandwiches at 48–50°F were all voluntarily destroyed by management and witnessed by the inspector. An August 19, 2024 inspection documented eight violations including four high-priority temperature control failures: deli pork shoulder not cooled to safe temperatures within required time, produce cut watermelons held at unsafe temperatures, hot-held BBQ and chicken wings at 109–134°F (below the required 135°F), and refrigerated deli sandwiches at 48–50°F. Three of the eight violations were corrected on site during the inspection. A follow-up focused inspection on September 17, 2024 found zero violations after a COOL Audit was conducted, and a subsequent focused inspection on March 11, 2026 verified continued compliance with zero violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.
8Violations
3Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS:

Winn Dixie # in Lake Worth: FDACS Inspection History (3)

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: TARIQUL ISLAM, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: JONATHAN LEGRAND

Comments: The issues described in request 5152438 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT HOUSE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted COOL Audit.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· 3 stop-sale orders· Met Requirements

Inspector: ASHLEY MONTANEZ BRADSHAW, 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. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.14(A) Cooked time/temperature control for safety food not cooled within 2 hours from 135°F to 70°F, or within a total of 6 hours from 135°F to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(A) PP
Deli: Pork shoulder cooked the night before had an internal temperature of 48 degrees F. COS: Pork was voluntarily discarded by manager. Stop sale order and release issued. See supplement. x
3-501.14(B) Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature not cooled within 4 hours to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(B) PP
Produce: Cut watermelons in walk in cooler that were cut at 7AM found to have internal temperature if 48 degrees F at 3PM when checked by a accurate probe thermometer. COS: cut watermelons were voluntarily discarded during visit by manager. Stop sale order and release order issued. See supplement. x
3-501.16(A)(1) Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) PP
Food service: BBQ and buffalo chicken wings in hot holding case had internal temperatures of 109-134 degrees F. Pulled pork under heat lamps had internal temperature of 121 degrees F. COS: items were returned to oven and cooked to 165 degrees F x
3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) PP
Retail: reach in case in front of deli had sandwiches made the day prior had internal temperatures of 48-50 degrees F when checked with a probe thermometer. COS: sandwiches were voluntarily discarded by manager. Stop sale and release order issued. See supplement. x Print Date: 8/19/2024 Page 1 of 2 23 Pf x Citation Description: Disclosure for animal food that is raw, undercooked, or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens and served or sold in a ready-to-eat form or as an ingredient in another ready-to-eat food does not include a description of the animal-derived food or identification of the animal-derived food by asterisking it to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. 3-603.11(B) Pf Observation: Seafood: Raw clams in the display case missing raw or live. COS: Proper verbiage was put on the sign during visit.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Back room: Double door in the receiving area has visible gap.
4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is opened. 4-501.11
Retail: Air vents on reach in deli case has rust like material.
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
Seafood: Ice build up in walk in freezer.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Meat: Floor has chipping and pealing paint.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cooling time and temperatures.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cooling time and temperatures.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cold holding temperatures.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

Winn Dixie # in Lake Worth: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (3)

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 Winn Dixie # 0397 in Lake Worth
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cooling time and temperatures.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cooling time and temperatures.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cold holding temperatures.

Winn Dixie # in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Winn Dixie # in Lake Worth last inspected?
Winn Dixie # 0397 in Lake Worth was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 11, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Winn Dixie # in Lake Worth had?
Winn Dixie # 0397 in Lake Worth has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Winn Dixie # in Lake Worth find?
Winn Dixie # 0397 in Lake Worth was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 11, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Winn Dixie # in Lake Worth had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Winn Dixie # 0397 in Lake Worth has 3 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
What are the most common violations at Winn Dixie # in Lake Worth?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Winn Dixie # 0397 in Lake Worth are: 3-501.14(A): Cooked time/temperature control for safety food not cooled within 2 hours from 135°F to 70°F, or within a total of 6 hours from 135°F to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(A) P; 3-501.14(B): Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature not cooled within 4 hours to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(B) P; 3-501.16(A)(1): Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) P.

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