How many health inspections has ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS had?

ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS has had 16 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS ever been shut down?

No, ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS?

The most frequently cited violations at ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

SHELLFISH TRACEABILITY: Shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are high-risk foods consumed raw or lightly cooked. Without proper identification tags, contaminated shellfish cannot be traced during outbreaks. Vibrio vulnificus from Gulf shellfish has a 50% fatality rate in at-risk populations. Norovirus in shellfish causes 50% of shellfish-related illnesses. Proper tags enable rapid recall during outbreaks. Maintain shellfish tags for 90 days from date of sale/service. Tags must include: harvester name and certification number, harvest date and location, quantity, dealer information. Store shellfish in original tagged container until empty. Record date on each container when last shell is removed. Never commingle shellfish from different lots.

ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS

4520 S TAMIAMI TRL, Sarasota, FL 34231

Sarasota County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: ALPINE GOURMENT FOODS INC · License: SEA6804863

ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS in Sarasota, FL has 16 inspections on record with 186 total violations (11.6 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

16Inspections

186Violations

0Closures

Data current as of December 5, 2024

Inspection History (16)

Dec 5, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Aug 1, 2024 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 5, 2023 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Aug 3, 2023 — Routine - Food· 11 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 22, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 7, 2022 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

May 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Sep 29, 2021 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 15, 2020 — Complaint Full· 25 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Oct 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 22 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 23, 2019 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Nov 7, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 23, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 6, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Oct 18, 2016 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Sarasota County average of 0.09 closures per facility. It has averaged 11.6 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.69.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS had?: ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS has had 16 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS ever been shut down?: No, ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS?: The most frequently cited violations at ALPINE STEAKHOUSE & KARL EHMER MEATS are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

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