How many health inspections has NEW JIN JIN BUFFET had?

NEW JIN JIN BUFFET has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has NEW JIN JIN BUFFET ever been shut down?

No, NEW JIN JIN BUFFET has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at NEW JIN JIN BUFFET?

The most frequently cited violations at NEW JIN JIN BUFFET are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?

CONTAMINATION PATHWAY: Improper handwashing is the single most significant factor in spreading foodborne illness. Hands carry 3,200 bacteria per square centimeter. CDC reports proper handwashing reduces diarrheal illness by 30% and respiratory illness by 21%. Inadequate technique leaves Norovirus, E. coli, and Salmonella on hands, directly contaminating food. Employees must wash hands for minimum 20 seconds with soap and warm water: before handling food, after touching raw meat, after using restroom, after sneezing/coughing, after handling garbage, after touching face/hair, when switching tasks. Use proper technique: wet hands, apply soap, scrub 20 seconds including fingertips and between fingers, rinse, dry with single-use towel.

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.

NEW JIN JIN BUFFET

23038 PANAMA CITY BEACH PKWY, Panama City Beach, FL 32413

Bay County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: NEW JIN JIN BUFFET LLC · License: SEA1305325

NEW JIN JIN BUFFET in Panama City Beach, FL has 22 inspections on record with 137 total violations (6.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Data current as of February 17, 2025

Inspection History (22)

Feb 17, 2025 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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