How many inspections has Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens had?

Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens find?

Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 2, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).

Has Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

No, Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens

Name: Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Last inspected: January 2, 2025

819 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33408

Palm Beach County · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice · FDACS
Owner: Fazul Ahmed
FDACS Estab #: 302351

Part of: Chevron Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens received one FDACS inspection on January 2, 2025, which documented 29 violations including two priority-level findings. An inspector observed spoons used to dispense boiled peanuts since 5:30 am that had not been washed, rinsed, and sanitized by 11:00 am, and found bleach, hand soap, and dish soap stored on top of a chest freezer next to the hand wash sink — both violations were corrected on site during the visit. The facility also had priority foundation violations: the person in charge could not provide a certified food protection manager certificate, did not correctly respond to food safety questions about foodborne illness symptoms and reporting responsibilities, and was unable to demonstrate that employees had been informed of their health reporting obligations in a verifiable manner. Employee health guidelines, a food employee reporting agreement, and food allergy awareness guidance were provided by the inspector during the inspection.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.

29Violations

Last inspected FDACS: January 2, 2025

Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens: FDACS Inspection History (1)

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.

2025 — 1 inspection

Jan 2, 2025 — Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 29 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SHASHWATEE PAUL, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

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. Employee Health Guidelines, reporting agreement, Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events and Food Allergy awareness provided via email. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

Risk-Based Violations

2-102.11(A) Demonstration of knowledge not in compliance. At least one Priority violation observed during the inspection, the establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program, and the person in charge is unable to respond correctly to food safety questions relevant to the operation. 2-102.11(A), (B), (C)(1) and (4)-(16) PfPf

Demonstration of knowledge not in compliance due to certified food protection manager certificate not available, priority violations observed and person in charge did not correctly respond to food safety questions relevant to processes.

3-302.11(A)(4) Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4)

Food processing area: Chicken patty and mixed vegetables inside chest freezer next to hand wash sink stored uncovered. Containers of salt, sugar inside cabinets next to reach-in cooler and a bag of flour next to dough mixer were stored uncovered. Retail area: Large bag of sugar inside cabinet under the coffee machine was stored uncovered.

4-602.12 Food-contact surface of cooking or baking equipment not cleaned at least every 24 hours, or cavity or door seals of microwave oven not cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. 4-602.12

Food processing area: Microwave under counter next to the reach-in cooler found with old spillage on the plate.

4-602.11(C) Equipment food-contact surface or utensil used with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned throughout the day at least every 4 hours. Exception criteria for an alternative cleaning frequency not met. 4-602.11(C) PP

Retail area: Spoons used to dispense boiled peanuts in use since 5:30 am had not yet been washed, rinsed and sanitize at 11:00 am. COS: Utensils were moved to the 3 compartment sink during visit. Y x

4-602.11(E) Surface of utensil or equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer-self service utensils; before restocking consumer self-service equipment or utensils; or in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tunes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. 4-602.11(E)

Retail area: Accumulation of black mold like substance inside soda fountain lemonade dispensing nozzle next to coffee creamer dispenser. COS: Nozzles moved to three compartment sink during visit.

2-103.11(O) Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) PfPf

Person in charge was unable to provide employee reporting responsibilities in a verifiable manner. Food employee reporting agreement provided.

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 did not correctly respond to questions related to food borne illnesses, symptoms, reporting responsibilities and allergy awareness. Employee health guidelines, reporting agreement and Food allergy awareness documents provided. Y o

3-501.17(B) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) PfPf

Retail area: Original, French vanilla and Hazelnut creamers inside creamer dispenser next to the coffee machine opened 2 days ago were not date marked. COS: Creamers were date marked during visit. Print Date: 1/3/2025 Page 2 of 5 o x 24 Pf Citation Description: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf Observation: Establishment does not have a policy in place for proper response to vomit and diarrheal events. Guidance for written procedures for the clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events was provided.

7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP

Food processing area: Chemicals such as bleach, hand soap and dish soap stored on top of chest freezer next to hand wash sink. COS: All chemicals moved to proper location during visit. x

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

Backroom: Hand wash sign not posted at hand wash sinks inside men's or ladies restroom. Signs were provided during visit.

5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf

Food processing area: Hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink was blocked with a scrubbing pad inside basin. COS: Scrubbing pad was removed during visit.

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.

Available certified food protection manager certificate is expired.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf

Food entity did not have a probe thermometer for TCS (Time/temperature control for safety) food items.

3-302.12 Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and unmistakably recognized and has been removed from its original packaging for use in the establishment is not identified with the common name of the food. 3-302.12

Food processing area: Container of salt stored under the counter near prep table was not labeled with common name.

3-304.12(C)-(F) During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil not stored on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment; in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particles to the drain when used with moist foods; in a clean, protected location when used only with food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or in a container of water maintained at 135°F or greater. 3-304.12(C)-(F)

Retail area: Spoons for boiled peanuts were stored in a container of water found with internal temperature of 69 degrees F when measured with an accurate probe thermometer. COS: Container was emptied and spoons moved to three compartment sink to properly clean during visit.

3-304.12(B) During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil stored in food that is not time/temperature control for safety food not stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. 3-304.12(B)

Retail area: Single use cup without handle used as scoop inside sugar bag under coffee machine. COS: Single use cup removed and proper scoop was stored properly.

4-904.11 Single-service or single-use articles handled, displayed or dispensed without protection from contamination of food- and lip-contact surfaces; single-service or single-use knives, forks or spoons not presented so that only the handles are touched by employees or consumers; or single-service or single-use articles that are intended for food- or lip-contact not furnished for consumer self-service with the original individual wrapper intact or from an approved dispenser. 4-904.11

Retail area: Single use coffee stirrers next to coffee machine and single use spoons and forks on top of microwave were not individually wrapped or stored in a way to protect from contamination.

4-202.16 Nonfood-contact surfaces not free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices or not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. 4-202.16

Retail Area: Soda crates used as shelving inside walk-in cooler and next to retail shelves.

4-101.19 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that requires frequent cleaning not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. 4-101.19

Retail area: Cardboard used as shelf liner inside cabinets under coffee machine found with dust build up.

4-501.14 Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14

Food processing area: Accumulation of soil, empty can, wet wiping cloth & equipment inside the basins of 3 compartment sink next to hand wash sink.

4-302.14 Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf

Food processing area: Sanitizer test kit not available at the three compartment sink. COS: Chlorine test strip provided during visit.

4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13

Food processing area: Heavy ice build up inside chest freezer next to hand wash sink.

4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)

Food processing area: Accumulation of dust and old food debris inside cabinets under prep table and inside reach-in cooler across from dough mixer. Retail area: Dust build up on the canned food items displayed inside retail shelf.

5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17

Retail area: Available trash can inside women's restroom was not covered.

5-501.11 Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114

Outside: Drain plug not available at dumpster.

5-501.16(B)-(C) Waste receptacle not provided in each area where refuse is generated or commonly discarded, or where recyclables or returnables are placed, or at each lavatory or group of adjacent lavatories where disposable towels are used at handwashing lavatories. 5-501.16(B)-(C)

Food processing area: Waste receptacle not provided at hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.

5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113

Outside: Dumpster lids left open.

6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12

Retail area: Build up of dust and old food debris on floor between the coffee machine counter and the establishment window.

6-501.16 After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16

Food processing area: Wet mop head stored on floor next to the pizza ovens and unable to air-dry. Backroom: Wet mop head stored in bucket inside mop sink and unable to air-dry.

Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens last inspected?: Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 2, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens had?: Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens find?: Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 2, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: No, Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Chevron Food Mart in Palm Beach Gardens are: 2-102.11(A): Demonstration of knowledge not in compliance. At least one Priority violation observed during the inspection, the establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program, and the person in charge is unable to respond correctly to food safety questions relevant to the operation. 2-102.11(A), (B), (C)(1) and (4)-(16) Pf; 2-103.11(O): Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) Pf; 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.