How many health inspections has YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD had?

YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD ever been shut down?

Yes, YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD?

The most frequently cited violations at YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD are: Food contact surfaces, Single-use items, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?

FOOD QUALITY HAZARD: Food in poor condition — spoiled, contaminated, mislabeled, or adulterated — can cause foodborne illness, allergic reactions, or poisoning. Spoiled food may contain dangerous levels of histamine (causes scombroid poisoning from fish), Listeria (grows during refrigeration), or toxin-producing molds. Mislabeled food can trigger fatal allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Inspect all food upon delivery and regularly during storage. Reject food that is: spoiled, damaged, at incorrect temperature, past expiration, improperly labeled, or from unverified sources. Date-mark all ready-to-eat TCS foods — use within 7 days if held at 41°F or below. Discard any food of questionable quality.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD

195 BLANDING BLVD STE 3A, Orange Park, FL 32073

Clay County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD LLC · License: SEA2001406

YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD in Orange Park, FL has 23 inspections on record with 119 total violations (5.2 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

23Inspections

119Violations

2Closures

Data current as of April 24, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD
Date	Reason	Reopened
Feb 14, 2025	Roach activity	N/A
Nov 9, 2022	Roach activity	N/A

Inspection History (23)

Apr 24, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Feb 18, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 17, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Feb 14, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Feb 14, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Feb 13, 2025 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Aug 7, 2024 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Apr 29, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 14, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 12, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

Dec 27, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 14, 2022 — Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Nov 14, 2022 — Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 9, 2022 — Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Oct 28, 2022 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 27, 2022 — Routine - Food· 20 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

May 16, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 11, 2022 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Aug 27, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Mar 18, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Dec 16, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

Jul 18, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

How Does This Facility Compare?

YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD has had 2 emergency closures, compared to the Clay County average of 0.19 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.22.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD had?: YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD ever been shut down?: Yes, YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD?: The most frequently cited violations at YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD are: Food contact surfaces, Single-use items, Proper hand/arm washing.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

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