Blue Water Catering

6592 Superior Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231

Catering

Last inspected: Jan 30, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Blue Water Catering has been inspected five times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 30, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Blue Water Catering is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 30, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Owner filled out 1 form before the end of the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Feb 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed no date mark on foods in reduced oxygen packaging. The operator stated the foods were packaged the day prior and will be used within 48 hours. The operator date marked the food products.

03G-06-5

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature. The operator moved the raw beef in the reach in cooler for proper thawing. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Sep 1, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jun 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Apr 4, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Observed soiled apron hanging on rack with dry storage food products. Operator properly stored the soiled apron. **Corrected On-Site**

21-14-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

36-37-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Water Catering last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blue Water Catering on file is from Jan 30, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Blue Water Catering compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Blue Water Catering most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Blue Water Catering's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blue Water Catering have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blue Water Catering means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Blue Water Catering inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Blue Water Catering is inspected around three times per year on average.

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