How many health inspections has RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT had?

RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT ever been shut down?

No, RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT?

The most frequently cited violations at RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT are: Proper hand/arm washing, Toilet facilities, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?

PATHOGEN SURVIVAL: Undercooking is a leading cause of foodborne illness. Salmonella in poultry survives below 165°F — causes 1.35 million US infections annually. E. coli O157:H7 in ground beef survives below 155°F — causes bloody diarrhea and kidney failure. Trichinella in pork survives below 145°F. Proper cooking is the critical kill step that destroys these pathogens. Cook to minimum internal temperatures: Poultry/stuffing/reheated foods: 165°F for 15 seconds. Ground meats: 155°F for 15 seconds. Pork/beef/fish/eggs (immediate service): 145°F for 15 seconds. Whole roasts: 145°F for 4 minutes. Verify with calibrated probe thermometer in thickest part. Microwave cooking: 165°F, rotate, stand 2 minutes.

RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT

344 N RIDGEWOOD DR, Sebring, FL 33870

Highlands County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: RANCHEROS CAFE & RESTAURANT LLC · License: SEA3800989

RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT in Sebring, FL has 21 inspections on record with 112 total violations (5.3 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

112Violations

0Closures

Data current as of May 6, 2025

Inspection History (21)

May 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 23, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 8, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 29, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Sep 13, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jan 23, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 21, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

May 3, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Mar 7, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Feb 10, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Sep 22, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Jun 12, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 12, 2020 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 22, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 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

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Sep 24, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 14, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 15, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 2, 2017 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 18, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 18, 2016 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

How Does This Facility Compare?

RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Highlands County average of 0.18 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.3 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.95.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT had?: RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT ever been shut down?: No, RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT?: The most frequently cited violations at RANCHERO CAFE & RESTAURANT are: Proper hand/arm washing, Toilet facilities, Proper ventilation.

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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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