Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte

Last inspected:

4300 Kings Hwy, Port Charlotte, FL 33980
Overview

Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte has been inspected 3 times on record since September 2023, with a combined 13 violations. A priority violation cited in September 2023 required the immediate correction of raw bacon stored above ready-to-eat pork items in the deli service cooler; the products were moved to proper storage during the inspection. A second priority violation documented raw eggs stored at ambient temperature of 55°F in the deli — the product was cooled and released. Additional priority foundation violations in that inspection included encrusted product residue on the deli slicer and table-top mixer (corrected on site), missing written vomit and diarrhea cleanup procedures, and equipment stored in the handwashing sink area in the deli ware wash station (corrected on site). The most recent inspection on April 3, 2025 was a routine sanitation inspection that cited a repeat violation: the paper towel dispenser at a handwashing sink was unable to dispense towels. The employee corrected this during the inspection. A focused training inspection on November 18, 2024 resulted in no violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.
13Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte: FDACS Inspection History (3)

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
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 2 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: JOHN WEAVER, 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. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

Risk-Based Violations

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 PfPfRepeat
Retail- Paper towel dispenser unable to dispense towels. (COS) Employee fixed paper towel dispensers during inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) Food packaged on site not labeled with: the common name of the food or an 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; an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; or nutritional labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B. 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) and (6)
Retail- Packaged pork spread and pork sandwiches for self-service not labeled. (COS) Employee labeled food items during inspection.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MICHELLE MADDOX, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Focused Inspection - Conducted for training visit. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 11 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SCOTT RAPRAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . YURESMY MACHADO, OWNER SCOTT RAPRAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

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) PP
Deli, raw bacon stored above ready to eat pork items in reach in deli service cooler. Cos, products were moved and properly stored x
4-601.11(A) Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) PfPf
Deli, encrusted product residue build up on deli slicer and table top mixer. Cos, Equipment was removed washed rinsed and sanitized
3-501.16(B) Eggs that have not been treated to destroy all viable Salmonellae not stored in refrigerated equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or less. 3-501.16(B) PP
Deli, raw eggs stored at ambient temperature of 55*F. Cos, product were cooled to ambient temperature below 45*F and released 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
No written vomit/diarrhea clean up procedures
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
Deli, equipment observed stored in deli ware wash area hand sink. Cos, equipment removed

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) Food packaged on site not labeled with: the common name of the food or an 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; an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; or nutritional labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B. 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) and (6)
Retail, ham and cheese spread sandwiches missing proper label. Cos, proper labeling added to product. x
6-202.13 Insect control device used to electrocute or stun flying insects not designed to retain the insect within the device; or insect control device located over a food preparation area or not installed to prevent dead insects and fragments from being impelled onto or falling on exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, or linens; or unwrapped single-service or single-use articles. 6-202.13
Deli, insect light observed stored on counter top next to prep sink. Cos, removed and properly stored
3-304.14(B) Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces not held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a proper concentration as specified in the Food Code. 3-304.14(B) (1)
Deli, observed wet wipe cloths stored on countertop. Cloth Removed From Counter Top.
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)
Deli, scoop for dried beans in deli area bulk container missing handle. Cos, scoop removed
4-903.12 Single-service or single-use articles stored in a locker room, toilet room, garbage room or mechanical room; or under sewer lines that are not shielded to intercept potential drips, leaking water lines or sprinkler heads, lines on which water has condensed, open stairwells or other sources of contamination. 4-903.12
Deli, various single use items stored under prep sink drain line. Cos, items were moved and properly stored
4-303.11 Cleaning agent used to clean equipment and utensils or chemical sanitizer used to sanitize equipment and utensils not provided and available for use during all hours of operation. 4-303.11
Deli, proper chlorine not available at establishment during visit. Cos, proper sanitizer made available during visit.

Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte last inspected?
Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on April 3, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte had?
Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte find?
Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte was most recently inspected by FDACS on April 3, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Casa Rojas Cuban Bakery IV in Port Charlotte 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; 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4): Food packaged on site not labeled with: the common name of the food or an 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; an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; or nutritional labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B. 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) and (6); 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.

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