How many inspections has Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village had?

Convenient Food Shops Corp. in North Bay Village has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village find?

Convenient Food Shops Corp. in North Bay Village was most recently inspected by FDACS on May 22, 2023 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit).

Has Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

No, Convenient Food Shops Corp. in North Bay Village has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village

Name: Convenient Food Shops Corp. in North Bay Village Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Last inspected: May 22, 2023

7601 E Treasure Dr. Cu-18, North Bay Village, FL 33141

Miami-Dade County · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice · FDACS
FDACS Estab #: 405552

Overview

Convenient Food Shops Corp. operated in North Bay Village with a convenience store license and experienced significant food safety violations across its limited inspection history. The facility was inspected three times on record, with 32 documented violations spanning critical temperature control, chemical storage, cross-contamination, and employee health policy issues.

The most severe violations occurred during a May 3, 2023 reinspection that identified six high-priority findings. Hot-held empanadas (beef, chicken, and ham/cheese) were measured between 105–129 degrees Fahrenheit, far below the required 135°F minimum. Cold-held items including sliced ham, raw chicken, raw beef, sliced cheese, chicken soup, and tomato salad were stored at 45–51°F when the maximum safe temperature is 41°F; these items were voluntarily discarded during the inspection. Raw eggs stored on prep tables near a microwave measured 50°F. Three spray cans of Fabreze air freshener and a can of Easy-Off were discovered stored directly above the hand sink and slicer, creating chemical contamination risk. A food employee failed to wash hands when leaving and re-entering the food preparation area. All corrected-on-site violations show immediate response, but the pattern of critical temperature failures and chemical storage errors during a single visit indicates systemic management gaps. A subsequent check-back inspection on May 22, 2023 documented that previously cited violations were resolved. That inspection also revealed the facility was operating with an expired food permit and identified raw chicken stored directly above cooked rice in a reach-in cooler, which was corrected during the inspection. The facility was further advised that it was carrying food products under Florida Statute 581.217 while not permitted to do so. The most recent inspection disposition on May 22, 2023 indicated the establishment had met inspection requirements following correction of the flagged items.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.

32Violations

Last inspected FDACS: May 22, 2023

Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village: 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.

2023 — 2 inspections

May 22, 2023 — Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 7 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: PEDRO LLANOS, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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. 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.

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(1) Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP

Food Prep Area: Raw chicken stored directly above cooked rice inside reach-in cooler in front of microwave. COS: Raw chicken was moved to appropriate location during inspection. x

4-601.11(A) Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) PfPf

Food Prep Area: Slicer located in front of hand sink found with old food debris. COS: Slicer was properly cleaned during inspection. x

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 answer questions related to foodborne illnesses and symptoms. Employee health guide provided. o

3-603.11(A) 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) PfPf

No consumer advisory disclosure or reminder for eggs offered undercooked during inspection. o Print Date: 5/22/2023 Page 1 of 3 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: Establishment does not have written employee procedures for cleanup of a vomit and diarrhea event. 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.

Certified food protection manager certificate not available during inspection. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11

Food Prep Area: Food employee not wearing effective hair restraint while working with open food items. o

99 Expired Permit- The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12(1) (a)F.S., 5K-4.020(4)(b) F.A.C.

This food establishment was found to be operating with an expired food permit. To obtain a food permit, contact the business center at 850-245-5520. o

May 3, 2023 — Re-Inspection Required· 21 violations· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: PEDRO LLANOS, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: This food establishment was found to be carrying food products pursuant to 581.217, F.S while not being permitted to do so. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520 for further assistance Employee Health Guidelines, Reporting Agreement and Clean Up of Vomit and Diarrhea handouts emailed. Re-inspection visit required issued for food establishment. A re-inspection will be conducted on or about 14 days.

Risk-Based Violations

2-102.11(A) Demonstration of knowledge not in compliance. At least one Priority violation observed during the inspection, the establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program, and the person in charge is unable to respond correctly to food safety questions relevant to the operation. 2-102.11(A), (B), (C)(1) and (4)-(16) PfPf

Demonstration of knowledge not in compliance as evidenced by unavailable certified food protection manager certificate, priority violations observed, and person in charge not answering relevant food safety questions correctly. o

4-601.11(A) Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) PfPf

Food Prep Area: Slicer located in front of hand sink found with old food debris. o

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 Area: Food items displayed inside hot holding unit including beef empanadas, chicken empanadas and ham/cheese empanadas found with temperatures between 105 - 129 degrees F when checked with an accurate probe thermometer. COS: Food items were properly reheated during inspection. x

Person in charge did not answer questions related to foodborne illnesses and symptoms. Employee health guide provided. o

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

Food Prep Area: Food items stored inside reach-in cooler including sliced ham, raw chicken, raw beef, sliced cheese, chicken soup and tomato salad found with temperatures between 45 - 51 degrees F when checked with an accurate probe thermometer. COS: Food items were voluntarily discarded during inspection. x

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

Food Prep Area: Raw eggs stored on prep tables next to microwave found with a temperature of 50 degrees F when checked with an accurate probe thermometer. COS: Eggs were moved to an appropriate location during inspection. x

3-501.17(B) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) PfPf

Food Prep Area: Sliced ham and yellow cheese stored inside reach-in cooler with no date labels. COS: Deli meats were properly labeled during inspection. o

No consumer advisory disclosure or reminder for eggs offered undercooked during inspection. 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

Establishment does not have written employee procedures for cleanup of a vomit and diarrhea event. o

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 PP

Food Prep Area: Three spray cans of fabreze air freshener stored on shelf above hand sink. Can of easy-off stored on ledge above slicer. COS: Chemicals were moved to appropriate location during inspection. x

2-301.14 Food employee not cleaning hands or exposed portions of arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment or utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles; after touching bare human body parts; after using the toilet room; after caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; after coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or tissue, using tobacco, eating or drinking; after handling soiled equipment or utensils; during food preparation as often as necessary to remove soil and prevent cross contamination; before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food; or after engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. 2-301.14 PP

Food Prep Area: Food employee did not wash hands leaving then en-entering prep area. COS: Hands were washed upon instruction. x Print Date: 5/3/2023 Page 1 of 5 13 P Citation Description: Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) P Observation: Food Prep Area: Raw beef stored directly above avocado salad inside reach-in cooler in front of microwave. COS: Raw beef was moved to appropriate location during inspection. x

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.

Certified food protection manager certificate not available during inspection. o Print Date: 5/3/2023 Page 2 of 5

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) Food packaged on site not labeled with: the common name of the food or an adequate descriptive identity statement; if made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight; an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; or nutritional labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B. 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) and (6)

Retail Area: Food items packaged on site and displayed in reach-in cooler not labeled with source information including tiramisu, cheese cake, chocolate cake and vanilla cake. COS: All items were moved from retail. x

3-302.12 Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and unmistakably recognized and has been removed from its original packaging for use in the establishment is not identified with the common name of the food. 3-302.12

Food Prep area: Observed multiple squeeze bottles not labeled with common name of food located on prep table next to microwave. Observed a squeeze bottle with hot sauce not labeled with common name of food located on counter opposite to espresso machine. Container of sugar not labeled with common name of food located next to espresso machine. o

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

Food Prep area: Observed opening on wall below counter storing espresso machine. o

Food Prep Area: Food employee not wearing effective hair restraint while working with open food items. o

3-304.14(B)(1) Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces not held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a proper concentration as specified in the Food Code. 3-304.14(B)(1)

Food Service Area: Wet wiping cloth store on three compartment sink next to hand sink not held in sanitizer solution between uses. o

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)

Food Prep Area: Spoons stored next to espresso machine inside a cup with water with a temperature of 73 degrees F when checked with an accurate probe thermometer. Scoop stored inside a canister of sugar with the handle touching the sugar located under service counter. o

4-903.11(A) Cleaned equipment or utensils, or laundered linens not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Clean equipment or utensils not stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying, or not covered or inverted. 4-903.11(A) and (B)

Food Prep Area: Plates stored on shelf next to microwave not inverted. o

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

Food Prep Area: Reach-in cooler in front of microwave found with ambient air temperature of 53 degrees F and unable to maintain TCS (time/temperature control for safety) food items at 41 degrees F or below. COS: Reach-in cooler was adjusted to maintain food items at 41 degrees F or below. Hot Case found with ambient air temperature of 115 degrees F and unable to maintain hot foods at 135 or above. COS: Hot case was adjusted to maintain hot foods at 135 or above. Three compartment sink in disrepair. COS: Three compartment sink was replaced during inspection. x Print Date: 5/3/2023 Page 3 of 5 46 Pf Citation Description: Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf Observation: Backroom Area: Sanitizer test strips not available. o

94 Food Establishment manufactures, processes, packs, holds, prepares or sells food products intended for human consumption permitted with an incorrect Food Establishment type pursuant to 5K-4.020, F.A.C. Food Establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days. 5K-4.020(4)(b), F.A.C.

This food establishment was found to be selling products pursuant to 581.217, F.S. SeeComment. o

2022 — 1 inspection

Jan 19, 2022 — Met Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Comments: Request # 5073915 Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment FDACS 14205 Rev. 07/13 Page 3 of 4 Pf Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Food Safety FOOD SAFETY INSPECTION REPORT NICOLE "NIKKI" FRIED COMMISSIONER Chapter 500, Florida Statutes (850) 245-5520 *99997182183645* Visit # 9999-7182-1836-45 Bureau of Food Inspection Attention: Business Center 3125 Conner Boulevard, C-26 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1650

Risk-Based Violations

2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12

Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village last inspected?: Convenient Food Shops Corp. in North Bay Village was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on May 22, 2023. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit.
How many inspections has Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village had?: Convenient Food Shops Corp. in North Bay Village has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village find?: Convenient Food Shops Corp. in North Bay Village was most recently inspected by FDACS on May 22, 2023 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit).
Has Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: No, Convenient Food Shops Corp. in North Bay Village has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Convenient Food Shops Corp. in North Bay Village are: 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; 4-601.11(A): Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) Pf; 3-603.11(A): 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.
Does Convenient Food Shops Corp in North Bay Village have any repeat violations?: Yes, Convenient Food Shops Corp. in North Bay Village has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 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; 4-601.11(A): Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) Pf; 3-603.11(A): 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.