7-eleven in Sarasota

Last inspected:

1600 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243

Part of: 7-Eleven Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

7-Eleven #32670 in Sarasota had 2 inspections on record between July 2022 and October 2023, with a combined 16 violations. Both inspections met requirements with corrected-on-site resolutions for most findings. In July 2022, a walk-in freezer failure was documented at 48°F, prompting immediate service and discard of thawed items. In October 2023, an unclean knife used in the prep area for at least 4 hours was removed to the 3-compartment sink, and windshield wash fluid stored above food items was relocated to proper storage. Dating violations for ready-to-eat roller grill items and refrigerated beverages appeared in both inspections and were corrected on site. The most recent inspection on October 3, 2023 was completed with all requirements met.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
16Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

7-eleven in Sarasota: 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
— Met Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD MUNSON, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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 . BRANDON WHITE, MGR RICHARD MUNSON, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Risk-Based Violations

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
Processing area- the large unclean knife used to cut food items in the prep area has not been cleaned for at least 4 hours per 2nd shift employee. COS- knife removed to the 3 compartment sink. 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) PfPf
Processing area- open packages of roller grille items are not dated for expiration. o
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 PP
Back Area- windshield wash fluid is stored above candy and chips. Cos- fluid moved to proper storage. x
2-401.11 Employee eating, drinking or using tobacco where exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, unwrapped single service and single use articles or other items could become contaminated. 2-401.11
Processing area- observed employee's children eating ad drinking in the processing area.

Good Retail Practice Violations

2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11
Processing area- observed and employee with extremely long hair in the processing area without tieing his hair back
4-903.11(C) Single-service or single-use articles not kept in the original protective package or not stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. 4-903.11(C)
Processing area- plastic to-go containers are stored open and upright.
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
Back area- cardboard used as a shelf liner is not cleanable.
4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13
Processing area- the tops of the doors of the small refrigerator and freezer prep coolers/freezers have accumulated sticky residues.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD MUNSON, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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 . BRANDON WHITE, MANAGER RICHARD MUNSON, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Risk-Based Violations

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
Back area- the walk-in freezer is not working, temperature at time of inspection is 48 degrees f. CosService Called, Thawed Items Are Discarded, Items Still Frozen Are Placed In Reach In Freezers. 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) PfPf
Processing area- opened roller grill items in the prep coolers are not dated as required. Coffee bar area- milk and 1/2 & 1/2 in the bulk dispensers are not dated as required. Cos- dated by management during inspection. x
2-401.11 Employee eating, drinking or using tobacco where exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, unwrapped single service and single use articles or other items could become contaminated. 2-401.11
Back area- open bottle of chocolate drink is stored on shelving above retail food items in the walk-in cooler. o
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
Processing area- hand wash sink blocked with a leaking gallon of milk in the sink basin. o
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Retail area. There is no certified food protection manager for this establishment o Print Date: 7/8/2022 Page 1 of 3

Good Retail Practice Violations

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
Back area- food stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezers. o
4-904.11 Single-service or single-use articles handled, displayed or dispensed without protection from contamination of food- and lip-contact surfaces; single-service or single-use knives, forks or spoons not presented so that only the handles are touched by employees or consumers; or single-service or single-use articles that are intended for food- or lip-contact not furnished for consumer self-service with the original individual wrapper intact or from an approved dispenser. 4-904.11
Processing area- single use food containers are not stored inverted. o
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
Back area- cardboard used as a shelf liner is not cleanable and has crevises o

7-eleven in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was 7-eleven in Sarasota last inspected?
7-eleven #32670 in Sarasota was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 3, 2023. Inspection type: Met Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has 7-eleven in Sarasota had?
7-eleven #32670 in Sarasota has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of 7-eleven in Sarasota find?
7-eleven #32670 in Sarasota was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 3, 2023 (Met Inspection Requirements).
Has 7-eleven in Sarasota had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, 7-eleven #32670 in Sarasota has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at 7-eleven in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at 7-eleven #32670 in Sarasota are: 2-401.11: Employee eating, drinking or using tobacco where exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, unwrapped single service and single use articles or other items could become contaminated. 2-401.11; 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; 3-501.16(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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