El Jefe Cafe in Tampa
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5317 Gunn Hwy Unit 9, Tampa, FL 33624El Jefe Cafe in Tampa has accumulated 130 violations across 14 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection—nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations have been persistent and severe, with management awareness failures documented in 8 of the most recent 5 inspections, employee health policy violations in 7 of 14 inspections, and recurring issues with proper hand and arm washing, food contact surface sanitation, shell stock requirements, and allergen awareness. The most recent inspection on February 18, 2026 found 24 violations including three high-priority findings for management awareness, shell stock requirements, and approved food source, and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
El Jefe Cafe in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
El Jefe Cafe in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 2 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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El Jefe Cafe in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Jefe Cafe in Tampa last inspected?
- El Jefe Cafe in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 30, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at El Jefe Cafe in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Jefe Cafe in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has El Jefe Cafe in Tampa had?
- El Jefe Cafe in Tampa has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Jefe Cafe in Tampa find?
- El Jefe Cafe in Tampa was most recently inspected on September 30, 2026 with 23 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has El Jefe Cafe in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, El Jefe Cafe in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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