Question 1

How many health inspections has TAMPA EXCHANGE-MAIN KITCHEN had?

Accepted Answer

TAMPA EXCHANGE-MAIN KITCHEN has had 7 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Question 2

Has TAMPA EXCHANGE-MAIN KITCHEN ever been shut down?

Accepted Answer

No, TAMPA EXCHANGE-MAIN KITCHEN has no emergency closures on record.

Question 3

What are the most common violations at TAMPA EXCHANGE-MAIN KITCHEN?

Accepted Answer

The most frequently cited violations at TAMPA EXCHANGE-MAIN KITCHEN are: Food contact surfaces, Proper cooking temps, Toxic substance control.

Question 4

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

Accepted Answer

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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.

TAMPA EXCHANGE-MAIN KITCHEN

Inspection History (7)

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Basic Violations

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