DIXIE CATERING
2620 30 W 2 AVE
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.1/5)
Based on 9 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/29/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
1
Total
3
Inspection Details:
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer, operator cleaned it during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Prometrics: Yumilsus Gonzalez, expired 03/01/24 and Ignacio E Gouk, expired 01/28/24.
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ During the time of the inspection, observed 6 employees working, certified manager Jonathan Douek, arrived during the inspection. Inspector advised operator, a certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/29/2025 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 10/28/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
2
Inspection Details:
- 36-02-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: Still observed. **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the ice machine at the preparation area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: Still observed. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/28/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 10/25/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
2
Basic
5
Total
10
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Back area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Warning
- 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler. Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the ice machine at the preparation area. Warning
- 14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed non grade containers with sliced cucumbers in walk in cooler. Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 1 truck, Meal plan: Pasta 127°F-Hot Holding)rice (128°F Hot Holding) cooked chicken (96°F Hot Holding)Sweet potatoes (95°F Hot Holding), rice 102°F- (Hot Holding) cooked fish 108°F cooked chicken (122F - Hot Holding); cooked fish (104F - Hot Holding); cooked rice (108F - Hot Holding); sweet potatoes (114F - Hot Holding) Truck 2 Rice (102°F Hot Holding) cooked chicken (96°F-Hot Holding), cooked pasta 116°F Hot Holding), Moro rice (122°F Hot Holding) inside delivery vehicle. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 1 truck, Meal plan: Pasta 127°F-Hot Holding)rice (128°F Hot Holding) cooked chicken (96°F Hot Holding)Sweet potatoes (95°F Hot Holding), rice 102°F- (Hot Holding) cooked fish 108°F cooked chicken (122F - Hot Holding); cooked fish (104F - Hot Holding); cooked rice (108F - Hot Holding); sweet potatoes (114F - Hot Holding) Truck 2 Rice (102°F Hot Holding) cooked chicken (96°F-Hot Holding), cooked pasta 116°F Hot Holding), Moro rice (122°F Hot Holding) inside delivery vehicle. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Repeat Violation Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser with no label. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/25/2024 revealed 10 total violations (3 high priority, 2 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 6/28/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/28/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 4/3/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
1
Total
4
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 03G-53-1:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed Pork soup, cooked ground beef,chicken tenders, chicken patties with not labeled located inside walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-03: Still observed **Time Extended**
- 03G-09-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed Pork soup, ground beef,chicken tenders, chicken patties with not labeled located inside walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-03: Still observed **Time Extended**
- 03G-46-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance from the Division. Establishment does not have an approved variance for the method observed in use during the inspection. Observed Pork soup, cooked ground beef,chicken tenders, chicken patties with not labeled located inside walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-03: Still observed **Time Extended**
- 03G-50-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed Pork soup, cooked ground beef,chicken tenders, chicken patties with not labeled located inside walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-03: Still observed **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/3/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 4/2/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
6
Basic
5
Total
14
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole on the ceiling in front of walk in cooler door. Warning
- 16-13-5:Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Warning
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under kitchen equipment. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed milk on walk in cooler floor, operator properly stored it. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03G-53-1:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed Pork soup, cooked ground beef,chicken tenders, chicken patties with not labeled located inside walk in cooler. Warning
- 22-45-4:High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed dishes with not sanitizer step. Instructed employees regarding ware washing procedure. Operator properly set up the 3CS with quaternary sanitation solutions of 200 ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed white rice (122F - Hot Holding); chicken nuggets (112F - Hot Holding) located inside cooler in delivery van. Observed mixed vegetables (108F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding cabinets. Admin Complaint
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (122F - Hot Holding); chicken nuggets (112F - Hot Holding) located inside cooler in delivery van. Observed mixed vegetables (108F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding cabinets. Admin Complaint
- 03G-09-5:Intermediate - Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed Pork soup, ground beef,chicken tenders, chicken patties with not labeled located inside walk in cooler. Warning
- 53B-15-4:Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed employees washing dishes with not sanitation step. Warning
- 03G-46-1:Intermediate - Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance from the Division. Establishment does not have an approved variance for the method observed in use during the inspection. Observed Pork soup, cooked ground beef,chicken tenders, chicken patties with not labeled located inside walk in cooler. Warning
- 03D-15-4:Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed the following food items yellow rice (112°F/110°F - Cooling); cooked pasta (99°F/90 - Cooling); cooked vegetables (110/108F - Cooling) completed covered in walking cooler. Operator uncovered during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener, slicer soiled. Operator cleaned it. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03G-50-1:Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed Pork soup, cooked ground beef,chicken tenders, chicken patties with not labeled located inside walk in cooler. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/2/2024 revealed 14 total violations (3 high priority, 6 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 1/16/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
4
Total
5
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By the walk in cooler: water damage.
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Behind the oven in the main kitchen Repeat Violation
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation
- 14-20-4:Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Bottom shelves of the prep table.
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at the hand washing sink in the prep kitchen by the heated cabinets . Operator turned on the the valve. Water temperature 103F. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/16/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 8/16/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
2
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and hole in the ceiling by the walk in freezer door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-16: Observed water damage in ceiling by walk in cooler doors. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Filter soiled, observed exterior of food container soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-16: At the time of callback inspection observed filter soiled. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/16/2023 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 8/15/2023
High Priority
5
Intermediate
3
Basic
10
Total
18
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. inside the refrigerated assembly kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and hole in the ceiling by the walk in freezer door. Warning
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under kitchen equipment, manager requested employees to squeeze the water from the floor. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floor soiled. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in double door reach-in freezer, located next to ice machine. Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Filter soiled, observed exterior of food container soiled. Warning
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on cleaned plastic containers, operator removed it. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak under preparation sink and underneath 3 compartment sink located in the air conditioner prep area. Warning
- 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can with tuna from Chunk light. 66.5 oz. Admin Complaint
- 01B-07-4:High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed Sweetened Condensed Milk with mold-like growth, inside walk in cooler. Admin Complaint
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed milk (66°F - Cold Holding); turkey sandwich (56°F - Cold Holding) located in storage prep area waiting to be pick up and delivery.Admin Complaint Admin Complaint
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (66°F - Cold Holding); turkey sandwich (56°F - Cold Holding) located in storage prep area waiting to be pick up and delivery.Admin Complaint Admin Complaint
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray sanitizer spray bottle on dry store shelves next to syrup and cereal, located in cooler room. Operator properly stored it. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager name Maurice Douek expired on 7/11/2023. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Production kitchen, slicer soiled and the prep table in the back food preparation area by the prep sink with accumulation of black/green mold-like substance. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle without label. Operator properly labeled it. Corrected On-Site Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/15/2023 revealed 18 total violations (5 high priority, 3 intermediate, 10 basic).