Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland

1940 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801

Overview

Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland, FL has 6 FDACS food safety inspections on record with 36 violations and 13 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement actions.

6FDACS Insp.
36Violations
13Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS: August 18, 2025

Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland: FDACS Inspection History (6)

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.

— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 3 stop-sale orders· Focused Inspection

Inspector: Visit #: 9999-7182-3014-21

Comments: Check-Back release issued for Stop Use and/or Stop Sale Order. Satisfactory ice test analysis has been provided.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided

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Disposition: Acceptable test results were provided.

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided

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Disposition: Acceptable test results were provided.

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided

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Disposition: Acceptable test results were provided.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· 1 violation· 4 stop-sale orders· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: 396228

Comments: Check-Back release issued for Stop Use and/or Stop Sale Order. REACH-IN COOLER WAS REMOVED FROM SERVICE. Stop Use Order issued. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety inspector visit for written release of equipment. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action. STOP USE ORDERS ISSUED FOR ICE MAKER AND ICE SCOOP DUE TO ICE TEST ANALYSIS NOT PROVIDED AFTER THE 30 DAY TIME FRAME. Stop Sale Order issued. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety inspector visit for written release of product. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action. STOP SALE ORDER ISSUED FOR ICE BAGS PACKAGED ONSITE DUE TO ICE TEST ANALYSIS NOT PROVIDED AFTER THE 30 DAY TIME FRAME.

Risk-Based Violations

213 Microbial analysis of finished product by an approved laboratory not obtained within the required time period. 5K-4.023(8)(a) F.A.C.Repeat
Ice packaging area: Current ice test analysis results not available after the 30 day time frame. Stop use orders issued for ice maker and ice scoop. Stop sale order issued for ice bags packaged onsite. A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

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Disposition: Equipment AND/OR product was removed from service or sale.

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided Comments: When corrections have been made, request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release of product by contacting the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected].

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STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when corrections have been made for request release of equipment, contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Print Date: 8/14/2025 Page 2 of 4

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STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when corrections have been made for request release of equipment, contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Print Date: 8/14/2025 Page 3 of 4 When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes. AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must contain: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any). 2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of pleadings and other papers shall be made. 3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts alleged by the department (informal hearing). 4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice. Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by Florida Law. HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS N/A I, _____________________________________________________ the person in charge of Lucky Food Mart hereby waive a notice and a hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report. ____________________________________________ N/A (Signature) ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document. (Signature of FDACS Representative) (Signature of Representative) STEFANIA SKULADOTTIR-SIEBERT, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST ROSLYN LEE, CLERK FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13 Print Date: 8/14/2025 Page 4 of 4 Print Name and Title

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— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 26 violations· 6 stop-sale orders· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: 396228

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. FOOD ESTABLISHMENT HAS BEEN GIVEN 30 DAYS TO PROVIDE ICE SAMPLE ANALYSIS WHICH CAN BE DONE VIA EMAIL BY SENDING A COPY OF ICE ANALYSIS TO [email protected]. IF ICE ANALYSIS IS NOT PROVIDED IN 30 DAY TIME FRAME A STOP USE SHALL BE ISSUED ON THE ICE MACHINE, ICE BAGS, ICE SCOOP AND ALL PACKAGED ICE FROM MACHINE. This food establishment was found to be operating with an expired food permit. To renew a food permit, visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520. Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement, Hemp Sign, Handwashing signs, Employee Health and Foodborne Illnesses handout, Manual Dishwashing Procedures, Air Gap Diagram, Ice Packaging Requirements handout, and Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout provided. Stop Use Order issued. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety inspector visit for written release of equipment. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action. STOP USE ORDER ISSUED FOR REACH-IN COOLER. NO TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS MAY BE STORED IN COOLER UNTIL CHECKED AND RELEASED BY INSPECTOR.

Risk-Based Violations

4-602.11(E) Surface of utensil or equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer-self service utensils; before restocking consumer self-service equipment or utensils; or in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tunes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. 4-602.11(E)
Ice packaging area: Black mold like build-up on interior top right area of ice maker. COS: Ice maker cleaned and sanitized.
2-103.11(O) Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) PfPfRepeat
Employees not informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health related to foodborne illnesses.
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 did not know all reportable foodborne illnesses. Employee health policy reviewed with person in charge.
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
Walk-in cooler: Internal temperature of milk measured 45 F. COS: Milk moved to quickly chill. Milk shelving relocated to area of cooler that measured 35 F. Retail area: Internal temperature of two string cheeses measured 50 F and 51 F in reach-in cooler. COS: Cheeses were moved to quickly chill after it was determined products were recently placed there. x Print Date: 6/13/2025 Page 2 of 5 24 Pf Citation Description: 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 Observation: No written procedures for responding to a vomiting or diarrheal event. Information regarding written procedures provided to the person in charge.
74 Retailer selling hemp extract intended for inhalation did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE OF HEMP EXTRACT INTENDED FOR INHALATION TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE". 5K-4.034(8)(a), F.A.C.
Retail area: No sign posted for hemp extract intended for inhalation stating that "The sale of Hemp Extract intended for inhalation to persons under the age of 21 is prohibited, proof of age is required for purchase". COS: Sign posted.
77 Distribution or sale of a hemp extract that is attractive to children in violation of s. 581.217(7)(e), F.S. The hemp extract product, or the package, label, or advertisement for the product, is in the shape of humans, cartoons, or animals; or bears any reasonable resemblance to an existing candy product that is familiar to the public as a widely distributed, branded food product such that a product could be mistaken for the branded product, especially by children; or the product contains any color additives.
Retail area: Hemp Extract products observed to be Attractive to Children - product and/or labels in the shape of an animal, human, or cartoon; or bears any resemblance to an existing candy product. COS: Stop sale and released. Products were voluntarily discarded. x
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Warewashing area: No soap and paper towels at handwashing sink. Restroom: No paper towels at handwashing sink. COS: Soap and paper towels 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
Warewashing area and restroom: No handwashing signs at handwashing sinks.
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Warewashing area: Numerous chemical bottles stored in handwashing sink. COS: Handwashing sink was made accessible.
3-201.11(C) Packaged food not labeled from the source as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101, 9 CFR 317, and 9 CFR 381. 3-201.11(C) PfPf
Retail area: Oreos and saltine crackers on retail shelving not labeled for individual sale. String cheeses not labeled for individual sale in reach-in cooler. COS: All mentioned food products were removed from retail sale.
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
Proof of certified food protection manager not available.

Good Retail Practice Violations

211 Packaged ice and vended ice not properly labeled according to regulation. 5K-4.023(9)(d) F.A.C.
Retail area: Ice bags packaged onsite missing business name and address in reach-in freezer. COS: Labels provided for ice bags. x
213 Microbial analysis of finished product by an approved laboratory not obtained within the required time period. 5K-4.023(8)(a) F.A.C.
Ice packaging area: Current ice test analysis results not available. Establishment has 30 days to provide ice test analysis results. o INSPECTION: KRATOM Violation No.
4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
Retail area: No probe thermometer available. COS: Probe thermometer obtained.
3-304.12(C)-(F) During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil not stored on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment; in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particles to the drain when used with moist foods; in a clean, protected location when used only with food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or in a container of water maintained at 135°F or greater. 3-304.12(C)-(F)
Ice packaging area: Ice scoop stored on top of ice maker. COS: Ice scoop placed in clean bag.
4-904.11 Single-service or single-use articles handled, displayed or dispensed without protection from contamination of food- and lip-contact surfaces; single-service or single-use knives, forks or spoons not presented so that only the handles are touched by employees or consumers; or single-service or single-use articles that are intended for food- or lip-contact not furnished for consumer self-service with the original individual wrapper intact or from an approved dispenser. 4-904.11
Retail area: Black coffee stirrers not stored protected on customer self-service counter.
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
Walk-in cooler: Rusty beverage shelving near door. Retail area: Reach-in cooler not maintaining time/temperature control for safety foods 41 F or below. Stop use order issued for reach-in cooler.
4-302.14 Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf
Warewashing area: No sanitizer test kit available. Sanitizer test kit was ordered online during inspection.
4-303.11 Cleaning agent used to clean equipment and utensils or chemical sanitizer used to sanitize equipment and utensils not provided and available for use during all hours of operation. 4-303.11
Warewashing area: No sanitizer available to sanitize utensils and equipment. COS: Sanitizer bottle was obtained.
4-501.14 Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14
Warewashing area: Various items stored in three compartment sink and sand observed in basins. COS: Three compartment sink was cleaned and sanitized.
5-402.11 Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
Warewashing area: There is a direct connection between the sewage system and the three compartment sink and ice maker (no air gap).
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not provided with a tight-fitting self-closing door. 6-202.14
Restroom: Door not self-closing.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Restroom: No covered trash can in unisex restroom.
6-501.11 Premises not free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. 6-501.114
Warewashing area: Accumulation of unused equipment throughout area (oven, cooler, ice maker top part, etc.).
83 Retailer selling kratom products for human consumption did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the products which states: "THE SALE OF KRATOM TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE". 5K-4.030(4)(a), F.A.C.Repeat
Retail area: No sign posted stating "The sale of kratom to persons under the age of 21 is prohibited, proof of age is required for purchase". COS: Sign was posted.
99 Expired Permit - The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12(1)(a), F.S., 5K-4.020(5), F.A.C.Repeat
Expired food permit- Operating without 2025 food permit. Y o o INSPECTION: VENDED WATER/VENDED ICE Violation No. Citation Description and Observation Repeat COS

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children.

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

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children.

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

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children.

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

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children.

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

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children.

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

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used. Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when corrections have been made for request release of equipment, contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Print Date: 6/13/2025 Page 3 of 4 When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes. Release - Other The Food Establishment voluntarily agrees to release the products listed in the stop-sale order(s) on page(s) 1, 2, 3 for destruction. The Food Establishment will not hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction. ___________________________________ Signature of Food Establishment Representative AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must contain: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any). 2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of pleadings and other papers shall be made. 3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts alleged by the department (informal hearing). 4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice. Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by Florida Law. HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS Marylen Burgess I, _____________________________________________________ the person in charge of Lucky Food Mart hereby waive a notice and a hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report. ____________________________________________ (Signature) ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document. (Signature of FDACS Representative) (Signature of Representative) STEFANIA SKULADOTTIR-SIEBERT, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST MARYLEN BURGESS, CASHIER FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13 Print Date: 6/13/2025 Page 4 of 4 Print Name and Title

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— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: STEFANIA

Comments: Bureau Request #5100600 to hand deliver final notice for re-inspection invoice.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· 9 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: ASHLEY MONTANEZ BRADSHAW, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . HIRAM CURTIS, EMPLOYEE ASHLEY MONTANEZ BRADSHAW, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Risk-Based Violations

2-101.11 No designated person in charge present at the establishment during all hours of operation. 2-101.11 PfPf
No Person in charge is available during the visit. o
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
Employee could not correctly respond to questions related to foodborne illnesses and their symptoms. o
2-103.11(O) Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) PfPf
No documentation is provided for employees to report to the person in charge about foodborne illnesses. 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
No written procedures provided for the clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events. o
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.
No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate available during the visit. o Print Date: 5/15/2023 Page 1 of 3

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
No small probe thermometer is available during the visit. o
4-501.14 Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14
Backroom area- warewash sink near the handwash sink has a buildup of particles. o
6-501.11 Premises not free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. 6-501.114
Back area- establishment has an excess of unused/ unnecessary equipment near the walk in cooler. o
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back/ retail area- ceiling tiles have brown stains and holes. o
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: The original Stop-Use Order/Stop-Sale Order remains in effect. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety inspector visit for written release of product and/or equipment. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action. Request# 5096987. I checked areas for rodent activity and several areas have not been cleaned, evidence still visible in the store.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (13)

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 Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP SALE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl…
STOP SALE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided Comments: When corrections have bee…
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided Comments: To request a Food Safety …
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Required Records Available/Provided Comments: To request a Food Safety …
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 581.217 Distribution and Retail Sale of Hemp Extract. * Attractive to Children.
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl…

Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland last inspected?
Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 18, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland had?
Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland has 6 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland find?
Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 18, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland has 13 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 Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Lucky Food Mart in Lakeland are: 2-101.11: No designated person in charge present at the establishment during all hours of operation. 2-101.11 Pf; 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; 2-103.11(O): Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) Pf.

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