Chevron in Stuart

Last inspected:

7600 Sw Lost River Rd, Stuart, FL 34997

Part of: Chevron Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

A stop-sale order issued March 3, 2026 required the immediate removal of misbranded products at this convenience store location after labeling violations were documented under Florida Statutes sections 500.04 and 500.11. Five separate stop-sale orders were issued on the same date; all products were voluntarily destroyed by establishment management and witnessed by the inspector. The facility was operating without a valid food permit at the time of inspection on March 3, 2026. An inspection conducted that date identified 14 violations, including priority foundation findings: the person in charge did not correctly respond to questions relating to foodborne illness prevention, employees were not informed in a verifiable manner of health reporting responsibilities, the establishment lacked written procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events, and the handwashing sink lacked paper towels or a hand drying device—paper towels were obtained during the inspection to correct the violation.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
14Violations
5Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS:

Chevron in Stuart: 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
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 14 violations· 5 stop-sale orders· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: JOSE PAVON, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.

Risk-Based Violations

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
Food employee does not respond correctly to questions relating to foodborne illnesses or symptoms associated with diseases transmissible through food. 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
Person in charge does not ensure in a verifiable manner Employee's are trained in their responsibility in reporting information about their health and activities related to diseases transmissible through food.
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
Establishment does not have written procedures to follow when Vomiting And diarrheal events occur , Guidance document provided.
74 Retailer selling Hemp or Hemp Extract intended for Human Consumption did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE OF HEMP OR HEMP EXTRACT INTENDED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED. PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE.". 5K-4.034(8)(a), F.A.C.Repeat
Age restriction signage for hemp products not posted conspicuous adjacent to display area , cos - Signage posted during inspection.
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 PfPf
Back - missing paper towels or hand drying device for hand dink next to 3 bay sink. Cos paper towels were obtained during inspection.

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 - loose beverages stored directly on the floor inside walk in cooler , back - multiple cans of peanuts stored directly on the floor.
4-402.11 Equipment that is fixed because it is not easily moveable not installed with space to allow access for cleaning along the sides, behind or above the equipment; with no more than one thirty-second inch of space from adjoining equipment, walls, or ceiling; or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls when the equipment is exposed to spillage or seepage. Counter-mounted equipment that is not easily moveable not installed to allow cleaning of the equipment or areas underneath or around the equipment by being sealed. 4-402.11
Back - hand sink next to 3 bay sink unsealed from wall.
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
Back - damaged exterior panels of hand sink cabinet.
4-501.14 Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14
Back - soil build up along 3 bay sink compartments.
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
Retail - dust build up throughout shelve areas.
6-501.16 After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16
Back - wet mop not inverted to air dry after use inside bucket.
81 Kratom Products improperly labeled as provided in emergency rule 5KER25-6. Kratom products must be labeled with the concentration of 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) as provided in 5KER25-6, expressed in "parts per million (PPM) on a dry-weight basis," of the net contents of the package.
Multiple kratom Beverage products not labeled with concentration of PPM. Cos - all products were voluntarily discarded during inspection , stop sale and released issued. x
83 Retailer selling kratom products for human consumption did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the products which states: "THE SALE OF KRATOM TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE". 5K-4.030(4)(a), F.A.C.
Age restriction signage for Kratom products not posted conspicuous adjacent to display case , all beverages were voluntarily discarded on another citation and establishment will not be selling kratom beverages any more as per person in charge.
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.Repeat
Establishment is operating without a valid food permit , see comments. o INSPECTION: KRATOM PRODUCTS Violation No. Citation Description and Observation Repeat COS

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

Chevron in Stuart: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (5)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Chevron in Stuart
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

Chevron in Stuart: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chevron in Stuart last inspected?
Chevron in Stuart was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 3, 2026. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection.
How many inspections has Chevron in Stuart had?
Chevron in Stuart has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Chevron in Stuart find?
Chevron in Stuart was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 3, 2026 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection).
Has Chevron in Stuart had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Chevron in Stuart has 5 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
What are the most common violations at Chevron in Stuart?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Chevron in Stuart are: 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; 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.

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