Aldi # 103 Establishment #: in Ocala

Last inspected:

7579 Sw Highway 200, Ocala, FL 34476

Part of: Aldi Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Aldi #103 in Ocala has 6 inspections on record dating back to August 2022, with a total of 2 violations ever cited — both corrected on site. A priority-foundation violation for inadequate hot water at restroom handwashing sinks was identified during a January 2025 inspection. The facility received a 30-day extension to correct the condition, with notice that failure to provide hot water meeting the 100°F minimum through a mixing valve would result in administrative action. Two focused inspections on February 10 and March 11, 2025 confirmed the violation remained uncorrected, and the 30-day extension remained in effect. The most recent inspection on April 15, 2025 was a focused check-back inspection that found zero violations, indicating the hot water issue was resolved.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

6FDACS Insp.
4Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Aldi # 103 Establishment #: in Ocala: 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.

— 4 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: TANIA ZELEDON

Comments: This check-back inspection conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· 1 violation· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: DAVID CESAR

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. This check-back inspection conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection. A 30 day extension has been given. Failure to provide hot water in 30 days to the restroom handwashing sinks may result in Administrative Action. Please email [email protected] to schedule an inspector verification visit if hot water is made available prior to 30 days.

Risk-Based Violations

5-202.12(A) Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) PfPf
Back Room - Men's and women's restroom handwashing sinks were incapable of producing hot water at the time of inspection. See comments.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· 1 violation· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: TANIA ZELEDON

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. This check-back inspection conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection. A 30 day extension has been given. Failure to provide hot water in 30 days to the restroom handwashing sinks may result in Administrative Action. Please email [email protected] to schedule an inspector verification visit if hot water is made available prior to 30 days.

Risk-Based Violations

5-202.12(A) Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) PfPf
Back Room - Men's and women's restroom handwashing sinks were incapable of producing hot water at the time of inspection. See comments.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed· Met Requirements

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH

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. Failure to provide hot water at the restroom handwashing sinks in 30 days may result in Administrative Action. The establishment can call 850-245-5520 to schedule an inspector verification visit if hot water is made available prior to 30 days.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST N

Person in charge: WR TANIA ZELEDON

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 2 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: TANIA ZELEDON

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(2) Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage, preparation, holding or display by using separate equipment, arranging food in equipment so that cross contamination is prevented, or preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas. 3-302.11(A)(2) PP
Retail - Packages of raw ground beef were observed stored on display cooler shelving directly above packages of raw whole-muscle intact pork. COS. Relocated during inspection. x
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
Retail - Packages of raw bacon were observed stored on display cooler shelving directly above packages of fully cooked hot dogs. Back Room - Cartons of raw shell eggs were observed stored on a cart in the walk-in cooler directly above cartons of almond milk. COS. Relocated during inspection. x

Aldi # 103 Establishment #: in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aldi # 103 Establishment #: in Ocala last inspected?
Aldi # 103 Establishment #: 375805 in Ocala was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on April 15, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Aldi # 103 Establishment #: in Ocala had?
Aldi # 103 Establishment #: 375805 in Ocala has 6 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Aldi # 103 Establishment #: in Ocala find?
Aldi # 103 Establishment #: 375805 in Ocala was most recently inspected by FDACS on April 15, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Aldi # 103 Establishment #: in Ocala had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Aldi # 103 Establishment #: 375805 in Ocala has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Aldi # 103 Establishment #: in Ocala?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Aldi # 103 Establishment #: 375805 in Ocala are: 5-202.12(A): Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) Pf; 3-302.11(A)(2): Different types of raw animal foods not separated from each other during storage, preparation, holding or display by using separate equipment, arranging food in equipment so that cross contamination is prevented, or preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas. 3-302.11(A)(2) P; 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) P.
Does Aldi # 103 Establishment #: in Ocala have any repeat violations?
Yes, Aldi # 103 Establishment #: 375805 in Ocala has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 5-202.12(A): Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) Pf.

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