Celebrations Catering

317 Ne 35Th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609

Catering

Last inspected: Jul 25, 2024

Score

High Risk

Public records show five inspections at Celebrations Catering stretching back to 2022. Celebrations Catering was last inspected on Jul 25, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Celebrations Catering's latest score of 52 falls below the Gainesville average of 75. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 25, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Feb 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink next to ice machine.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. No written procedure available. Inspector provided operator with written procedure. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice bin for ice machine next to mop sink. Water nozzle for tea machine on prep table next to ice machine. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No hand towels at kitchen hand washing sink. Manager provided hand towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

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. Proof of reporting responsibility not completed for all employees.

11-26-1

Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Dish machine across from three compartment sink.

16-23-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee prepping food in kitchen.

13-04-4

Aug 25, 2023

Routine - Food

5 major violations.

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Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Mar 29, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine, 0 ppm. Manager stated they would sanitize dishes in three compartment sink.

22-41-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Rack blocking hand washing sink in corner of kitchen. Manager had employee move rolling rack. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Certificate didn't have the expiration date listed. Manager filled out certificate as required. **Corrected On-Site**

53B-10-4

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Establishment has no written procedure available. Inspector provided operator with written procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket for ice machine torn.

14-11-5

Oct 12, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Celebrations Catering last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Celebrations Catering on file is from Jul 25, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Celebrations Catering?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Celebrations Catering.

How does Celebrations Catering compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

Celebrations Catering most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 75.

Has Celebrations Catering's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Celebrations Catering have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Celebrations Catering means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Celebrations Catering inspected?

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

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