Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City

3200 Hwy 390, Panama City, FL 32405

Overview

Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City, FL has 4 FDACS food safety inspections on record with 11 violations and 4 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement actions.

4FDACS Insp.
11Violations
4Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS: March 3, 2026

Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City: FDACS Inspection History (4)

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
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: BRUCE ROBINSON, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection

Inspector: Address: 3200 Hwy 390 Panama City, FL 32405

Comments: Check-Back release issued for Stop Use and/or Stop Sale Order. Ambient temperature of open air cooler observed below 41 degrees F.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP USE ORDER   Open air cooler — Brand: Hussman

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Lot: TY4ECRC-6X121-R

Quantity: 1 · 1

Disposition: Equipment was obtained, repaired or replaced, checked, and released
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 11 violations· 3 stop-sale orders· Met Requirements

Inspector: 407127

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

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.16(A)(1) Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) PP
Hot holding unit retail: Observed French toast tornados with internal temp of 130.9F, Buffalo chicken tornados internal temp of 133F and Southwest chicken tornados at 134F. COS: Employee voluntarily threw product away. See stop use order. x
3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) PP
Open top cooler: Internal temperature of various pre-packaged, ready to eat sandwiches, salads, sliced cheese, chicken bites, yogurt and lunchable kits in retail reach-in open air cooler measured above 41F degrees.(tuna salad sandwich 45F, turkey wrap 45F, rotini sinlgles 45F, cracker barrel cheese 47F, lunchables with ham 54F, Oberto chicken bites 47F and yoplait yogurt 44.6F) Manager could not verify how long products had been in cooler. COS: Employee voluntarily discarded all temperature controlled products in cooler. See Stop Use order. x
2-501.11 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 PfPf
Written procedures for clean-up and disinfection of vomit and diarrhea does not address segregation of affected areas.
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Drink area of retail: No paper towels at hand wash sink located in back of retail area next to drink machines. COS: Manager replaced during inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-602.11(C) Bulk food available for consumer self-dispensing is not prominently labeled in plain view of the consumer with the manufacturer's or processor's label; or a card, sign or other method that includes the common name of the food or adequate descriptive identity statement, (if made from two or more ingredients) a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight; or the information does not include nutrition labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B. 3-602.11(C)
Retail: Self serve pastry items do not have lists of ingredients or allergens accessible for consumers. COS: Manager printed all ingredients and allergens and put on clipboard next to items. x
4-502.13(B) Bulk milk container dispensing tube not cut on the diagonal or cut leaving more than one inch protruding from the chilled dispensing head. 4-502.13(B)
Retail coffee area: International Delight brand bulk milk container dispensing tube not cut on the diagonal.
4-903.11(A) Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-903.11(A)
Back storage room: Two cases of cups stored on floor of dry storage area in back room.
4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is opened. 4-501.11
Retail floor: Open air cooler is unable to hold temperature controlled foods at proper temperatures below 41F. See stop use.
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Vending machine area: Left soda machine ice and spill tray is clogged and not draining.
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
Walk in cooler: Walk in cooler floor observed with sticky substance on back corner of floor. Retail: Door of reach in cooler under boiled peanut containers has build up of dirt and debris.
94 Food establishment manufactures, processes, packs, holds, prepares or sells food products intended for human consumption beyond the scope of the existing permitted food extablishment type pursuant to 5K-4.020, F.A.C. Food Establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days.
Food Establishment has increased operations by adding assembly of sandwiches. See Comment. o A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cold holding temperatures.

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Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper hot holding temperatures.

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Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP USE ORDER

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used. Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when corrections have been made for request release of equipment, contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Print Date: 4/22/2025 Page 2 of 3 When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes. Release - Other The Food Establishment voluntarily agrees to release the products listed in the stop-sale order(s) on page(s) 1 for destruction. The Food Establishment will not hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction. ___________________________________ Signature of Food Establishment Representative AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must contain: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any). 2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of pleadings and other papers shall be made. 3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts alleged by the department (informal hearing). 4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice. Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by Florida Law. HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS Valerie Parker I, _____________________________________________________ the person in charge of Circle K Store 2709207 hereby waive a notice and a hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report. ____________________________________________ (Signature) ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document. (Signature of FDACS Representative) (Signature of Representative) LESLIE CARPENTER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II VALERIE PARKER, PERSON IN CHARGE FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13 Print Date: 4/22/2025 Page 3 of 3 Sanitation and Safety Supervisor Print Name and Title

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— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MICAH HOLMBECK, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted an emergency assessment in response to January 9th severe weather event.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (4)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP USE ORDER Open air cooler Hussman / TY4ECRC-6X121-R FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl…
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cold holding temperatures.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper hot holding temperatures.
STOP USE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl…

Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City last inspected?
Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 3, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City had?
Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City find?
Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 3, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City has 4 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Products include: Open air cooler. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
What are the most common violations at Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Circle K Store 2709207 in Panama City are: 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf; 3-501.16(A)(1): Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) P; 3-501.16(A)(2): Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P.

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