7-eleven in The Villages

Last inspected:

260 Colony Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162

Part of: 7-Eleven Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

7-Eleven Store #41104J in The Villages has 4 inspections on record between August 2022 and July 2025. The facility had critical violations cited on three occasions: a high-priority hot-holding temperature violation (roasted chicken at 127°F instead of 135°F) on November 20, 2024, which was corrected during the inspection; a high-priority chemical storage violation (sanitizer spray stored on a food prep table) corrected the same day; and a high-priority hand-washing violation (person in charge changing tasks without washing hands) also corrected. The August 2022 inspection found the facility operating without a valid food permit and documented raw bacon stored above milk in cold storage, corrected on site. The most recent inspection on July 16, 2025 identified 4 violations including undated milk in retail area and missing hand soap at the washing sink, both corrected during the inspection. Employee health documentation and food safety knowledge gaps were cited across multiple inspections but appear to have been addressed through inspector guidance.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

4FDACS Insp.
25Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

7-eleven in The Villages: FDACS Inspection History (4)

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· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, 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.

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.17(B) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) PfPf
Retail area: Opened milk held more than 24 hours not dated. COS: milk was dated. x
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
Food service area: No soap available at the hand washing sink. COS: Soap provided by the person in charge.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Retail area: Black mold-like residue build-up accumulating on exterior upper surface of reach-in cooler.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Retail area: Missing tiles above food.
— 2 inspections
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 14 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, 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. Following Handouts Guidance for Written Procedure for Vomiting and Diarrheal events, Food Allergen Awareness , Employee Health Guidelines, Reporting agreement.

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.16(A)(1) Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) PP
Food service area: Internal temperature of Roasted Chicken measured 127 degrees F and the food had been there for less than 2 hours. COS: Food was reheated to internal temperature of 165 F. x
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
Establishment could not provide verifiable documentation that employees are informed of reporting requirements
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
Person in charge could not correctly answer all questions regarding main food borne illnesses. Guidelines provided. Y o
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
Written procedures for bodily fluid clean-up do not address removal of the ill person, what to do with exposed food, utensils, or single-service items, or disinfection of the affected area.
7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP
Food prep area: Chemical spray sanitizer stored on the prep table near press sandwich equipment. Back storage: Sunscreen lotion stored directly above boxes coffee .COS: Chemical spray and lotion moved to a designated area. x
2-301.14 Food employee not cleaning hands or exposed portions of arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment or utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles; after touching bare human body parts; after using the toilet room; after caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; after coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or tissue, using tobacco, eating or drinking; after handling soiled equipment or utensils; during food preparation as often as necessary to remove soil and prevent cross contamination; before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food; or after engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. 2-301.14 PP
Food prep area: Person in charge left cash register area and changed tasks without washing hands before putting on gloves to begin food service. COS: Person in charge washed hands appropriately. Discussed when to wash hands with employee and manager.
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Back area: Basin of hand washing sink next to the three compartment sink was used to stored empty pan. COS: Empty pan was removed.
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Food establishment could not provide documentation of certified food protection manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-204.11 Temperature measuring device sensor not located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit or in the coolest part of a hot food storage unit; cold or hot holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety food not equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display; or temperature measuring device not designed to be easily readable. 4-204.112(A), (B) and (D)
Retail area: No ambient thermometer provided in Quick Eats cooler and walk-in cooler.
4-904.11 Single-service or single-use articles handled, displayed or dispensed without protection from contamination of food- and lip-contact surfaces; single-service or single-use knives, forks or spoons not presented so that only the handles are touched by employees or consumers; or single-service or single-use articles that are intended for food- or lip-contact not furnished for consumer self-service with the original individual wrapper intact or from an approved dispenser. 4-904.11
Retail drink station: Styro cups for soda not stored inverted. Food prep area: Paper box container for pizza not stored inverted. COS: All items stored inverted.
4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Back area: Accumulation of old food residue in Freezer cooler.
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 hallway: Wet mop left not hung to dry.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back hallway: ceiling tiles missing.
6-305.11 Dressing rooms or dressing areas not designated when employees routinely change their clothes in the establishment, or lockers or other suitable facilities not provided for the orderly storage of employee’s clothing and other possessions. 6-305.11
Back area: Observed Personal care items (comb, mirror body spray)stored above shelves of three compartment sink.
— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· Focused Inspection

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, 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. The issues described in Request # 5117669 were discussed with the person in charge during this visit.

Good Retail Practice Violations

99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.Repeat
2024 Food permit not conspicuously displayed or not available upon request.
— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 6 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: FREDERICK HICKS, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided. 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. The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Contact the Business Center by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance. Request # 5082520

Risk-Based Violations

3-302.11(A)(1) Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP
Retail cold holding display: Observed raw bacon stored over milk. Cos: Bacon moved to bottom shelf. x Print Date: 8/5/2022 Page 1 of 3
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
No proof employees are informed of six foodborne illnesses, reporting procedures and symptoms. o
2-102.11(C) 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
Person in charge could not name the six foodborne illnesses that are spread through food. Copy of employee health guide sent to person in charge. o
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Behind counter: Observed hand wash sink with utensils stored in it. Cos: sink was cleared. x

Good Retail Practice Violations

2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11
Behind counter: Observed employees handling food with no hair restraint. o
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. Food Establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days. 500.12(1) (a)F.S., 5K-4.020(4)(b) F.A.C.
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. Food Establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days. o

7-eleven in The Villages: Frequently Asked Questions

When was 7-eleven in The Villages last inspected?
7-eleven Store #41104j in The Villages was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on July 16, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has 7-eleven in The Villages had?
7-eleven Store #41104j in The Villages has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of 7-eleven in The Villages find?
7-eleven Store #41104j in The Villages was most recently inspected by FDACS on July 16, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has 7-eleven in The Villages had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, 7-eleven Store #41104j in The Villages has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at 7-eleven in The Villages?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at 7-eleven Store #41104j in The Villages are: 4-601.11(C): Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C); 6-501.11: Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11; 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.
Does 7-eleven in The Villages have any repeat violations?
Yes, 7-eleven Store #41104j in The Villages has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 4-601.11(C): Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C); 6-501.11: Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11.

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