Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee

Last inspected:

3547 Us-441 S, Okeechobee, FL 34974
Overview

Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118, a seafood market in Okeechobee, received its initial operational inspection on August 12, 2025, and was cited for four violations. An inspector observed a quaternary sanitizer concentration of less than 150 ppm in the sushi area warewash sink, which the facility corrected on site by emptying, remixing, and verifying proper concentration. A sushi employee was observed donning gloves and beginning work with exposed sushi rice without first washing hands; the employee washed hands during the inspection after discussion with staff. The facility's HACCP plan verification logs showed extended gaps beyond the required monthly schedule, with verifications completed on 06/27/24–07/17/24 and 05/02/25. The person in charge could not correctly answer questions about foodborne illnesses and their symptoms. The inspection disposition was "Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements," indicating the facility met baseline requirements despite the cited violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
4Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee: 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· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: ASHLEY MONTANEZ BRADSHAW, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

Risk-Based Violations

4-501.11 Chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation does not meet the criteria specified for sanitizers; is not used in accordance with the EPA-registered manufacturer's label use instructions; or quaternary ammonium compound solution does not have a minimum temperature of 75°F, a concentration as indicated by the manufacturer's use directions included in the labeling, or is not used only in water with 500 MG/L hardness or less or in water having a hardness no greater than specified by the EPA-registered label use instructions. 4-501.114(C) PP
Sushi area- sanitizer in the warewash sink near the handwash sink had a concentration of less than 150ppm Quaternary. Cos- Sanitizer at the warewash sink was emptied, remixed, checked, and verified for proper concentration accuracy. x Print Date: 8/12/2025 Page 1 of 2 18 P Citation Description: Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature not cooled within 4 hours to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(B) P Observation: Retail area- packages of various flavored sushi (Spicy Tiger, Spicy California roll, Brown Rice California roll, Crunchy Dragon tempura roll, Yuzu salmon, and Yuzu Tuna) made around 9am had internal temperatures from 43-55 deg F all taken with an accurate calibrated thermometer around 11am. Cos- all packages of sushi were removed, placed in the walk in freezer to continue cooling; Temperatures were checked and verified during the visit. 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 could not correctly respond to questions related to foodborne illnesses and their symptoms. o
8-103.12(A) Establishment not in compliance with the special process approval granted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, or a required HACCP plan accepted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. 5K-4.0050(3)(a) and 8-103.12(A) PP
HACCP plan states that the verification must be logged monthly. The verification was completed 06/27/24- 07/17/24 and 05/02/25, extending the monthly verification times. o
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
Sushi area- observed employee re-enter processing area and donned glove to begin working with exposed sushi rice for checking the ph concentration. Cos- discussed with employee on when to wash their hands and employee washed their hands during the visit. x
— 1 inspection
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: JOSE PAVON, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: NUCHJARIN KINDLER

Comments: Request # 5115431 Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee last inspected?
Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 12, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee had?
Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee find?
Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 12, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 118 in Okeechobee 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; 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 P; 4-501.11: Chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation does not meet the criteria specified for sanitizers; is not used in accordance with the EPA-registered manufacturer's label use instructions; or quaternary ammonium compound solution does not have a minimum temperature of 75°F, a concentration as indicated by the manufacturer's use directions included in the labeling, or is not used only in water with 500 MG/L hardness or less or in water having a hardness no greater than specified by the EPA-registered label use instructions. 4-501.114(C) P.

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