The Baking Soldier in Tarpon Springs

Last inspected:

11 N Pinellas Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Overview

The Baking Soldier, a candy processor in Tarpon Springs, has 2 violations on record across 2 inspections since receiving its food permit in 2024. A preoperational inspection on December 4, 2024 identified violations related to operating without a valid food permit. A consultation visit on May 27, 2025 documented zero violations and covered labeling requirements including nutrition facts panels, recall planning, and separate allergen statements. The facility met sanitation inspection requirements at that visit.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
2Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

The Baking Soldier in Tarpon Springs: FDACS Inspection History (2)

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
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD BRASHER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Consultation visit with food establishment management. This was the first inspection after the firm was inspection after the firm was permitted last year. During the inspection we discussed, among other things, adding a Nutrition Facts Panel to the labeling; creating a recall plan, and adding an allergens statement to the labels separate from the ingredients statement. Labeling guidelines were provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Preoperational Inspection· 2 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: RICHARD BRASHER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Risk-Based Violations

91 The food establishment did not register as a Food Facility with the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) prior to beginning of manufacturing/processing, packing or holding food for consumption in the United States. 5K-4.002(D) F.A.C., 21 CFR 1, Subpart H.
The firm is not registered with the FDA. Registration information was provided to the owner. o
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.
The food permit has not been paid. Please remit payment within 10 days to complete the application process. o

The Baking Soldier in Tarpon Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Baking Soldier in Tarpon Springs last inspected?
The Baking Soldier in Tarpon Springs was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on May 27, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has The Baking Soldier in Tarpon Springs had?
The Baking Soldier in Tarpon Springs has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of The Baking Soldier in Tarpon Springs find?
The Baking Soldier in Tarpon Springs was most recently inspected by FDACS on May 27, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has The Baking Soldier in Tarpon Springs had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, The Baking Soldier in Tarpon Springs has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

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