Circle K # in Saint Augustine

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2919 Coastal Hwy, Saint Augustine, FL 32084

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

Overview

Circle K #2721279 in Saint Augustine received a priority inspection on August 16, 2023 that documented 23 violations, including multiple priority-level temperature control failures. An inspector found boiled peanuts held at 134°F (one degree below the required 135°F minimum) that had been in place for more than 24 hours; the person in charge voluntarily discarded them. Ready-to-eat items in an open-air cooler, including sushi and a chicken salad sandwich, were measured at 47–50°F and 48°F respectively, well above the 41°F cold-holding requirement; sushi and the chicken salad sandwich were voluntarily discarded. Roller grill tongs in use since 6:00 a.m. had not been washed, rinsed, sanitized, or replaced by 12:30 p.m. when the inspector arrived; they were replaced on site. The inspector documented a pattern of noncompliance with the person in charge's duties, including failure to verify temperatures of cold-held, hot-held, and reheated foods and failure to sanitize food-contact surfaces. The person in charge was unable to answer questions about foodborne illness prevention and did not provide an employee health policy. The facility was required to provide hot water within 30 days or face administrative action. The inspection disposition was "Met Inspection Requirements; Check-back Needed."

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
23Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Circle K # in Saint Augustine: 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.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements; Check-back Needed· 23 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: BONNIE KRONZ, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: JEN CARR

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. Failure to provide hot water in 30 days may result in Administrative Action. Food Establishment may call (850)245-5520 or email [email protected] if hot water is provided prior to 30 days.

Risk-Based Violations

2-103.11(A)-(N) A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) PfPf
A pattern of noncompliance throughout the establishment of multiple duties of the person in charge to include cold holding, hot holding, temperature verification of reheated food products, and sanitization of food contact surfaces. o
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: Roller grill tongs in use at 12:30pm not washed, rinsed, and sanitized or replaced after being placed into use at 6:00am. COS: Roller grill tongs replaced by person in charge. x Print Date: 8/17/2023 Page 1 of 5 14 Citation Description: 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) Observation: Retail: Residue build up on polar pop soda nozzels, manager states nozzels are cleaned 2/3 times per week. COS: Person in charge removed nozzels to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.
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
Retail: Residue build up inside and outside of microwave.
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
Retail: Boiled peanuts in hot hold crock pot have an internal temperature of 134 degrees, manager states hot boiled peanuts have been in place for more than 24 hours. COS: Person in charge voluntarily discarded boiled peanuts. x
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 unable to answer inspectors questions about foodborne illness and unable to provide employee health policy during visit. o
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
No signed agreements or means to verify employee illness reporting responsibility. o
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
Retail: Temperature controlled for safety foods stored in open air cooler have the following internal temperatures indications, Sushi 47-50 degrees, Mega Ranch Chicken Salad Sandwich 48 degrees, Cheddar Cheese 44 degrees, Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich 43 degrees, and Beef and Bean Burrito 44 degrees. COS: Sushi and Mega Ranch Chicken Salad Sandwich where voluntarily discarded. Inspector verified all other temperature controlled for safety foods were rapid cooled to 41 degrees. 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 procedure for the clean-up of vomit/ diarrheal events provided during inspection. Industry handout, Guidance For Written Procedures For The Clean-Up Of Vomit And Diarrheal Events provided.
5-202.12(A) Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) PfPf
Food Service Area: No hot water provided at handwashing sink, hot water tap was left to run for 15 minutes during inspection, inspector verified maximum hot water temperature of 80 degrees. Conveniently located handwashing sink in retail sales area can be used for food service employees. See comments.

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
Outside: Build up of dead insects and webs collected on walls and windows.
6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Hallway: Light shines through gap at the bottom of back door.
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)
Outside Storage Shed: Boxes of single service cups and lids stored directly on floor.
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: Gaskets of reachin branded beverage coolers in a state of disrepair.
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
Outside Storage Shed: Raw unsealed wood used as flooring in outside storage shed where single service cups and lids are stored.
4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13
Food Service Area: Residue build up on outer door and inside of under counter cooler. Residue build up on oven door/door handle, and inside of oven. Retail: Residue build up on shelves of hot hold case, inside of boiled peanut crock pot, inside of branded self service beverage coolers. Ice build up on wire shelving inside of reachin freezer. Back Storage Area: Residue build up on doors and inside of reach in freezers.
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 Service Area: Old food residue build up on pizza spatula stored on shelf under oven.
4-601.11(B) Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits or other soil accumulation. 4-601.11(B)
Food Service Area: Carbon build up on both wired and regular sheet pans stored on shelf under oven.
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Men's Restroom: Handwashing sink not fully attached to wall.
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 when not in use.
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: Dumpster is missing drain plug.
5-501.11 Storage area or enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables not clean. 5-501.115
Outside: Debris and bags of refuse scattered throughout dumpster enclosure.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Establishment: Stained and missing ceiling tiles throughout establishment where packaged food is stored. Walkin Cooler: Inside door handle in a state of disrepair. Back Storage Area: Broken floor tiles in front of reach in freezers and 3 compartment sink.
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
Food Service Area: Residue build up inside of cabinet where pizza pans are stored. Retail: Residue build up on shelves of reach in beverage cooler and retail shelves where packaged food is stored. Water pooled on counter under Polar Pop soda machine. Dust and residue build up on air vents and light fixtures above resisters. Walkin Cooler: Residue build up on door and floor of walkin cooler. Back Storage Area: Residue build up surrounding hot water heater and in mop sink. Establishment: Residue build up on floors throughout establishment.

Circle K # in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K # in Saint Augustine last inspected?
Circle K # 2721279 in Saint Augustine was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 16, 2023. Inspection type: Met Inspection Requirements; Check-back Needed.
How many inspections has Circle K # in Saint Augustine had?
Circle K # 2721279 in Saint Augustine has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Circle K # in Saint Augustine find?
Circle K # 2721279 in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 16, 2023 (Met Inspection Requirements; Check-back Needed).
Has Circle K # in Saint Augustine had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Circle K # 2721279 in Saint Augustine has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Circle K # in Saint Augustine?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Circle K # 2721279 in Saint Augustine are: 2-103.11(A)-(N): A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) 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; 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.

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