How many health inspections has GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC had?

GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC ever been shut down?

Yes, GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC?

The most frequently cited violations at GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?

UNSAFE FOOD SOURCE: Food from unapproved sources bypasses USDA/FDA safety inspections, potentially harboring Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, parasites, or chemical contaminants. Uninspected meat may contain antibiotics, hormones, or prions (mad cow disease). Home-canned foods risk deadly Clostridium botulinum toxin. Wild-harvested shellfish may contain paralytic toxins. All food must come from approved, inspected sources. Maintain supplier documentation and invoices. Shellfish must have proper tags retained for 90 days. No home-prepared, home-canned, or uninspected foods. Wild game must be commercially processed. Verify supplier licenses and inspection status.

GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC

4210 HWY 90, Pace, FL 32571

Santa Rosa County · Permanent Food Service · License: SEA6701463

GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC in Pace, FL has 18 inspections on record with 143 total violations (7.9 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

18Inspections

143Violations

1Closures

Data current as of February 18, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jan 7, 2016	Roach activity	N/A

Inspection History (18)

Feb 18, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Aug 22, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 29, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 9, 2023 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jun 16, 2021 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Mar 23, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Sep 21, 2020 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

May 4, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 3, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

May 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 29, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V52 Personal cleanliness

Jan 24, 2019 — Routine - Food· 18 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V52 Personal cleanliness

Oct 16, 2017 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V24 Toxic substance control

Oct 12, 2017 — Complaint Full· 16 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 11, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

How Does This Facility Compare?

GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Santa Rosa County average of 0.11 closures per facility. It has averaged 7.9 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.50.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC had?: GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC ever been shut down?: Yes, GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC?: The most frequently cited violations at GRAND BUFFET OF CH INC are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.

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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).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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