How many health inspections has UME GRILL EXPRESS had?

UME GRILL EXPRESS has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has UME GRILL EXPRESS ever been shut down?

No, UME GRILL EXPRESS has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at UME GRILL EXPRESS?

The most frequently cited violations at UME GRILL EXPRESS are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

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.

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

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.

What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?

TOXIC EXPOSURE: Improper identification, storage, or use of toxic substances creates immediate risk of chemical contamination. Unmarked spray bottles cause accidental food contamination. Improper pesticide application contaminates food preparation surfaces. Chemical fumes in food areas are absorbed by uncovered food. Employee exposure risks chemical burns and respiratory injury. All toxic substances must be: clearly and accurately labeled, stored in designated areas away from food, used only according to manufacturer instructions, applied only by certified personnel (pesticides). Never transfer chemicals to unlabeled containers. Keep chemicals in locked storage when not in active use. Maintain chemical inventory and SDS files.

UME GRILL EXPRESS

1956 43 AVE, Vero Beach, FL 32960

Indian River County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: UME GRILL EXPRESS LLC · License: SEA4105081

UME GRILL EXPRESS in Vero Beach, FL has 22 inspections on record with 118 total violations (5.4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

22Inspections

118Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 21, 2025

Inspection History (22)

Feb 21, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Sep 3, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

Feb 2, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Sep 20, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 15, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Oct 3, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V23 Chemical properly stored

Sep 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 8, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 9, 2022 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 29, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 3, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 30, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 29, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V43 Premises maintained

Oct 16, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 16, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 22, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

May 17, 2019 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 12, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Mar 23, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 17, 2017 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

UME GRILL EXPRESS has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Indian River County average of 0.10 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.97.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has UME GRILL EXPRESS had?: UME GRILL EXPRESS has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has UME GRILL EXPRESS ever been shut down?: No, UME GRILL EXPRESS has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at UME GRILL EXPRESS?: The most frequently cited violations at UME GRILL EXPRESS are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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