Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala

Last inspected:

4414 Sw College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474

Part of: Panera Bread Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala has 3 inspections on record between January 12 and January 29, 2024, with a combined 1 violation and no emergency closures. A January 12, 2024 inspection cited the facility for failure to provide updated documentation demonstrating the water supply comes from an approved source, as required by Florida Administrative Code Rule 5K-4.004(3)(a). The facility was directed to submit updated documentation within 30 days to the inspector. Subsequent focused inspections on January 17 and January 29, 2024 found no violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
60Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$600in Fines
3FDACS Insp.

Last inspected DBPR:

Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 2.9 violations / inspection 2.9 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Marion County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2020055490 $400.00 Jul 23, 2020 Miami (Doral)
5--2020013715 $200.00 Dec 9, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher located at the back exit door at the recharge zone.

Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 4 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala: 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· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: This Focused Inspection is being conducted offsite to ensure required and/or requested documentation has been received from the food establishment.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: SONJA BENNETT

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 [email protected] once obtained. Provided: Handwasing signage and Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events industry handout.

Risk-Based Violations

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
Back Room - Men's restroom handwashing sink was observed to not have required signage posted. COS. Provided handwashing signage during inspection.

Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala last inspected?
Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 11, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala?
The most frequently cited violations at Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala are: Proper hand/arm washing, Time as control, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala had?
Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala find?
Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala was most recently inspected on December 11, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala ever been shut down?
No, Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
What does Florida violation V45 (Floor maintenance) mean?
Violation 45 (Floor maintenance) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/45.
Has Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala been fined?
Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
When was Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala last inspected?
Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 29, 2024. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala had?
Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala find?
Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 29, 2024 (Focused Inspection).
Has Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Panera Bread Bakery in Ocala?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Panera Bread Bakery 4167 in Ocala are: 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.

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