Chef Cuba Catering

8471 Nw S River Dr, Medley, FL 33166

Catering

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Chef Cuba Catering, the earliest from 2023. Chef Cuba Catering was last inspected on Jan 8, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit.

Restaurants in Medley average 81, so Chef Cuba Catering is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled on three compartment sink.

41-17-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container unlabeled in kitchen.

02D-01-5

Jun 18, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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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/. Observed Rafael A. Benitez, 1/29/2020. ServSafe EXPIRED. **Warning**

53A-03-7

Dec 10, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over sauces. Operator stored products correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Repeat Violation**

50-04-4

Jun 25, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front of steam table.

23-03-4

Dec 28, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

5 minor violations.

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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chef Cuba Catering last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chef Cuba Catering on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Chef Cuba Catering compare to other restaurants in Medley?

Chef Cuba Catering most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Medley average of 81.

Has Chef Cuba Catering's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chef Cuba Catering have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chef Cuba 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 Chef Cuba Catering inspected?

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

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