Circle K # in Melrose

Last inspected:

400 State Road 26, Melrose, FL 32666

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

Overview

Circle K #6009 in Melrose received two stop-use orders on October 31, 2024 for unsanitary equipment under FS 500.04 and FS 500.172, citing food and nonfood-contact surfaces that were not cleanable, properly designed, constructed, or used. Both orders were resolved after equipment was obtained, repaired or replaced, checked, and released. An inspection on that same date documented 9 violations, including a repeat high-priority violation for poisonous or toxic materials (spray cleaner stored directly on soda fountain syrup boxes, corrected on site), pest activity (multiple flies observed near sandwich prep and backroom areas), a blocked handwashing sink (personal drink and oven mitt removed during inspection), and a handwashing sink not stocked with soap (corrected on site). The facility was also required to submit documentation of an approved water supply within 30 days. A check-back inspection on January 8, 2026 confirmed all compliance issues had been resolved and met sanitation inspection requirements with zero violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
9Violations
2Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS:

Circle K # in Melrose: 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
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: GARRISON SWEAT, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: AMANDA CARDONA

Comments: 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.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 9 violations· 2 stop-sale orders· Met Requirements

Inspector: GREG PENSABENE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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 must submit updated documentation demonstrating the water supply for its facility comes from an approved source, as required by Rule 5K-4.004(3)(a), FAC. Please submit the documents within 30 days of this visit to: inspector [email protected] Check-Back release issued for Stop Use Order. The issues described in request 5121674 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection. Request#5121674

Risk-Based Violations

7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PPRepeat
Backroom: Bottle of spray cleaner stored directly on top of soda fountain syrup boxes. COS: Spray bottle moved to an appropriate location during inspection. Y x Repeat COS
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
Circle K Prep area: Hand wash sink blocked by personal drink and oven mitt. COS: Drink and oven mitt moved to appropriate location during inspection.
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
Circle K Prep areas: Hand wash sink not stocked with soap. COS: Soap stocked during inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-501.11 Premises not maintained free of insects and other pests; or not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) Pf
Subway: Multiple flies observed near the sandwich prep area as well as backroom area.
4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Subway: Build up of food debris on gaskets of reach in cooler located in sandwich prep area.
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
Subway: Build up of food debris and dirt on floor around and under soda fountain syrup boxes. Retail: Sticky substance on floor of snack aisle.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Retail: Stained ceiling tiles observed above the retail area.
6-501.11 Dressing rooms not used by employees who regularly change their clothes in the establishment, or lockers or other suitable facilities not used for the orderly storage of employee clothing or other possessions. 6-501.110
Subway: Employee beverages stored directly over food to be sold to customers in reach in cooler. Personal bag stored directly on top of prep table. COS: Beverages and bag moved to appropriate locations during inspection.
96 Stop Use Order was broken. 500.172(1), F.S.
Subway: True brand reach in cooler and Duke under counter reach in cooler placed under stop use from inspection dated 12/21/21 for being in disrepair. Both coolers found in use and without the stop use tags attached. Coolers are holding a temperature of 41 degrees F or below. o 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.

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

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

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.

Circle K # in Melrose: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (2)

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 # 6009 in Melrose
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
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 USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl…

Circle K # in Melrose: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K # in Melrose last inspected?
Circle K # 6009 in Melrose was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 8, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Circle K # in Melrose had?
Circle K # 6009 in Melrose 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 Melrose find?
Circle K # 6009 in Melrose was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 8, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Circle K # in Melrose had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Circle K # 6009 in Melrose has 2 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 Melrose?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Circle K # 6009 in Melrose are: 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; 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 Pf; 7-201.11: Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 P.

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