Circle K # in Pensacola

Last inspected:

400 E Gregory St, Pensacola, FL 32502

Part of: Circle K Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Circle K #1587 in Pensacola had two inspections on record between June 2022 and November 2024. A focused inspection on November 6, 2024 documented 3 violations. A prior comprehensive inspection on June 10, 2022 found 7 violations, including two priority-level findings: raw eggs stored above ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in cooler, and a chemical storage bottle positioned above the three-compartment sink. The inspector also observed water-stained and torn ceiling tiles with exposed insulation in the backroom and ware wash area, clutter and old bird droppings in back storage, a filthy beer cooler floor, and an open dumpster lid. All six violations documented during the June 2022 inspection were corrected on site, including relocation of eggs below ready-to-eat items, removal of the chemical bottle to proper storage, discarding of improperly date-marked creamer, and cleaning of the hand sink. The facility's most recent inspection on November 6, 2024 was completed with violations cited; specific violation details for this inspection were not provided in available records.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
10Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Circle K # in Pensacola: FDACS Inspection History (2)

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· 3 violations· Focused Inspection

Inspector: ROBERT KENISTON, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected].

Risk-Based Violations

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)Repeat
Soda fountain: Ice chutes on both soda machines have a build up of pink and black mold like substance on them. COS. Ice chutes were cleaned and sanitized during inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-501.11 Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests not removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. 6-501.112
Back storage area behind cooler: One dead bird in building behind cooler and dead roaches stuck to glue traps.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back room storage area: Many ceiling tiles missing throughout the back office area and the back storage room with insulation and wires hanging down.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 7 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: ROBERT KENISTON, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: CARL CARSTARPHEN

Comments: o 52 Citation Description: 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 Observation: DUMPSTER AREA: OBSERVED THE DUMPSTER LID OPEN DURING INSPECTION o 53 Citation Description: 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 Observation: BACKROOM STORAGE AREA: OBSERVED WATER STAINED, TORN OR MISSING CEILING TILES AND EXPOSED INSULATION._ WARE WASH AREA: OBSERVED WATER STAINED, TORN OR MISSING CEILING TILES._ BACKROOM STORAGE AREA: OBSERVED LOTS OF CLUTTER, DUST, DIRT, OLD EQUIPMENT AND OLD BIRD DROPPINGS._ BEER COOLER: OBSERVED THE FLOOR WITH A MEDIUM BUILD OF DIRT AND TRASH._ BACK STORAGE AREA: OBSERVED A FILTHY OUT OF ORDER BATHROOM THAT IS USED FOR STORAGE OF HOSES AND OTHER ITEMS. o 54 Citation Description: Intake or exhaust air ducts not cleaned or filters not changed and they are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, or other materials; or ventilation system vented to the outside creates a public health hazard or nuisance or unlawful discharge. 6-501.14 Observation: WALK IN COOLER: OBSERVED ALL AIR HANDLING UNIT VENTS COVERED IN A LARGE AMOUNT OF DUST o COMMENTS A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION WAS HAND DELIVERED TO THE STORE * Establishment has 30 days to install a cold water handle on hand wash sink in ware wash area. Employees are required to use the hand sink on retail food service counter. Failure to fulfill this requirement will result in an inspection summary of “Re Inspection Required” and possible administrative action.

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(1) Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PPCorrected On-Site
WALKIN IN COOLER: OBSERVED EGGS STORED IN TWO SEPARATE LOCATIONS STORED ABOVE READY TO EAT FOODS. COS. EGGS WERE MOVED AND STORED PROPERLY BELOW READY TO EAT FOOD x
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) PfPfCorrected On-Site
RETAIL FOOD SERVICE COUNTER: OBSERVED CREAMER IN MACHINE WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING. COS. CREAMER WAS VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED BY MANAGEMENT x
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 PPCorrected On-Site
BACKROOM WARE WASH AREA: OBSERVED CHEMICAL BOTTLE STORED ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. COS. CHEMICAL STORAGE BOTTLES WERE MOVED STORED PROPERLY x Print Date: 6/10/2022 Page 1 of 3
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
BACKROOM WARE WASH AREA: OBSERVED HAND SINK WITH SPONGE SCRUBBER AND FILTH IN THE SINK. COS. SCRUBBER WAS REMOVED FROM HAND SINK AND THE SINK WAS WASHED RINSED AND SANITIZED x

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-501.11 Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests not removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. 6-501.112
BACK STORAGE AREA: OBSERVED THREE GLUE TRAPS WITH EMACIATED MICE AND ROACHES ATTACHED TO SAID GLUE BOARDS. COS. GLUE BOARDS WERE REMOVED AND DISCARDED x
3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
BACKROOM STORAGE AREA: OBSERVED SINGLE USE CUPS STORED ON THE FLOOR o
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
WARE WASH AREA: OBSERVED A HAND SINK WITH A BROKEN COLD WATER HANDLE. SEE

Circle K # in Pensacola: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K # in Pensacola last inspected?
Circle K # 1587 in Pensacola was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on November 6, 2024. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Circle K # in Pensacola had?
Circle K # 1587 in Pensacola has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Circle K # in Pensacola find?
Circle K # 1587 in Pensacola was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 6, 2024 (Focused Inspection).
Has Circle K # in Pensacola had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Circle K # 1587 in Pensacola has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Circle K # in Pensacola?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Circle K # 1587 in Pensacola are: 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 Pf; 3-302.11(A)(1): Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) P; 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) Pf.

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