Circle K # in Winter Haven

Last inspected:

5600 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33884

Part of: Circle K Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Circle K #7569 in Winter Haven had 3 inspections on record between August 2023 and August 2025. The facility recorded 6 violations, all from a focused inspection on August 28, 2023. A high-priority violation documented raw bacon stored directly touching ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in cooler near fountain drink machines; the raw bacon was moved to an appropriate location during the inspection. The establishment also lacked written procedures for responding to vomit and diarrhea cleanup events and was required to provide updated proof of water source (municipal or well) within 30 calendar days. Subsequent focused inspections on May 24, 2024 and August 12, 2025 found no violations, indicating the facility addressed the prior issues with the inspector.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.
6Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Circle K # in Winter Haven: FDACS Inspection History (3)

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
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: NIKKI VAUGHN, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Request #5136046 The issues described in request # 5136046 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: PATRICIA DIAZ, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: The issues described in request # 5114222 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 6 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: NIKKI VAUGHN, SENIOR 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. Establishment has 30 calendar days to provide updated proof of water source (municipal/well) to inspector via email to [email protected]. Failure to comply will result in administrative action.

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 Area- Packages of raw bacon stored directly touching ready to eat foods in walk in cooler near fountain drink machines. COS- Raw bacon was moved to an appropriate location during inspection. x
4-602.12 Food-contact surface of cooking or baking equipment not cleaned at least every 24 hours, or cavity or door seals of microwave oven not cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. 4-602.12
Retail area- Microwaves near roller grill machine have a build up of dried food residue.
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
Establishment does not have written procedures for the clean up of vomit and diarrhea. Provided establishment with industry handout.

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- Cabinet door under froster drink machine has a build up of sticky residue.
5-501.11 Outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt or is not smooth, durable, and sloped to drain. 5-501.11
Outdoor Area- Dumpster stored on grassy absorbent surface.
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outdoor Area- Dumpster lids not kept closed when not in continuous use.

Circle K # in Winter Haven: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Circle K # in Winter Haven last inspected?
Circle K # 7569 in Winter Haven was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 12, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Circle K # in Winter Haven had?
Circle K # 7569 in Winter Haven has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Circle K # in Winter Haven find?
Circle K # 7569 in Winter Haven was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 12, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Circle K # in Winter Haven had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Circle K # 7569 in Winter Haven has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Circle K # in Winter Haven?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Circle K # 7569 in Winter Haven are: 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) P; 4-602.12: Food-contact surface of cooking or baking equipment not cleaned at least every 24 hours, or cavity or door seals of microwave oven not cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. 4-602.12; 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 Pf.

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