Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres
402 Joan Ave N Unit 5, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres, FL has 3 FDACS food safety inspections on record with 25 violations and 4 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement actions.
Last inspected FDACS: September 16, 2024
Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres: 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.
— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection
Comments: Focused Inspection - Release of walk-in cooler. Equipment was repaired, checked and able to maintain internal product
temperature of time/temperature control safety food items 41 degrees F or below.
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.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Equipment was obtained, repaired or replaced, checked, and released.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 5 violations· 2 stop-sale orders· Met Requirements
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.
Stop Use Order issued for Walk-in Cooler. 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.
This check-back inspection conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection. The
compliance issues that required a Check-Back have been resolved and this food establishment has Met Inspection Requirements.
Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.
Risk-Based Violations
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
Kitchen: Various cold held food items found with internal temperatures ranging 46-48
degrees F inside walk-in cooler. Product voluntarily discarded during the inspection. See Supplement.
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3-501.16(B)
Eggs that have not been treated to destroy all viable Salmonellae not stored in
refrigerated equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or less. 3-501.16(B) PP
Walk-in Cooler: Raw shell eggs stored in ambient air temperature 46 degrees F. COS- Raw
shell eggs moved to proper refrigeration to rapidly chill and maintain ambient temperature 45 degrees F or
below.
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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
The establishment does not have a policy in place for proper response to vomit or diarrheal
events. Food establishment shall use the guidance document provided previously to formulate a written
plan specific to the operation.
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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
Certified food protection manager certificate not available during inspection.
Good Retail Practice Violations
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
Retail: Restroom for customer use without self-closing door.
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 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.
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: 9/5/2024
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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 for destruction. The Food
Establishment will not hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction.
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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
I, _____________________________________________________
the person in charge of PIPOS CUBAN BAKERY hereby waive a notice and
YANAY HERNANDEZ
a hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report.
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(Signature)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document.
(Signature of FDACS Representative)
(Signature of Representative)
MICHELLE MADDOX, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST
YANAY HELNAIDEZ, PERSON IN CHARGE
Print Name and Title
FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13
Print Date: 9/5/2024
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Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
— Re-Inspection Required· 20 violations· 1 stop-sale order· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
FoodSafety@FDACS. gov.
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
The issues described in request 5118255 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection,
Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided.
Consumer advisory handout provided, Hot holding and cooking handout provided, Certified Food Manager Certificate information
provided, Vomiting and diarrheal clean-up written procedures provided, 3-compartment sink manual ware washing document
provided, time as a public health control procedure information provided.
Re-inspection visit required issued for food establishment, A re-inspection will be conducted on or about 14 days.
Risk-Based Violations
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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 Pf
Food Service Area: Hand wash sink blocked with serving spoon. COS- Utensil was removed
from hand sink during inspection. Kitchen: Hand wash sink blocked with bowls air-drying. COS- Equipment
removed from hand sink and placed in 3-compartment sink to be cleaned, rinsed, and sanitized.
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Pf
3-501.16(B)
Eggs that have not been treated to destroy all viable Salmonellae not stored in
refrigerated equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or less. 3-501.16(B) P
Kitchen: Raw shell eggs stored on prep table near stove-top had ambient air temperature 61
degrees F. COS- Raw shell eggs placed under proper refrigeration to rapidly chill and maintain 45 degrees
F or less.
Citation Description: Animal food that is raw, undercooked, or not otherwise processed to eliminate
pathogens is served or sold in a ready-to-eat form or as an ingredient in another ready-to-eat food without
informing consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and
reminder using effective written means. 3-603.11(A) Pf
Observation: Food Service: Establishment does not have any form of consumer advisory for eggs cooked
to desired done ness (easy, medium, hard). COS- Consumer advisory reminder and disclosure for eggs
cooked to order posted at the point of food selection.
Good Retail Practice Violations
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3-501.15(B)
Time/temperature control for safety food that is cooling is not loosely covered or
uncovered to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food, or not arranged in equipment to provide
maximum heat transfer through the container walls. 3-501.15(B)Repeat
Kitchen: Beef marinating in container inside walk-in freezer stored in large plastic tub
covered with foil.
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2-402.11
Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food Y
stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305. 11
Walk-in freezer: Containers of food stored directly on floor inside freezer. COS- Food items
placed on proper shelving off floor. Food Service: Container of oranges stored directly on floor near steam
table. COS- Oranges placed on proper shelving off floor.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Beef empandas — Brand: Made from scratch
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper hot holding temperatures.
Lot: 8/19/2024
Quantity: 12 items · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (4)
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.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cold holding temperatures. | |
| 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 AND RELEASE | Beef empandas | Made from scratch / 8/19/2024 | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper hot holding temperatures. |
Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres last inspected?
- Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 16, 2024. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres had?
- Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres find?
- Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 16, 2024 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres has 4 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Products include: Beef empandas. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
- What are the most common violations at Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres are: 3-501.16(B): Eggs that have not been treated to destroy all viable Salmonellae not stored in refrigerated equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or less. 3-501.16(B) P; 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 Pf; 3-501.15(B): Time/temperature control for safety food that is cooling is not loosely covered or uncovered to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food, or not arranged in equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls. 3-501.15(B).
- Does Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Pipos Cuban Bakery Establishment #: 406775 in Lehigh Acres has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 3-501.16(B): Eggs that have not been treated to destroy all viable Salmonellae not stored in refrigerated equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or less. 3-501.16(B) P.
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