Fit Meals
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2024
74
Score
Across the available record, Fit Meals has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 22, 2024. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Fit Meals dates to Apr 22, 2024.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “establishment packaging time/temperature control”, showing up two times.
Compared to the broader Jacksonville restaurant scene, this is about average. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Cited on call back inspection which is still open with call back date set 4-22-24. Operator sent information to wrong location and was re-directed back to DBPR. Provided operator with PJ email and contact information and information on ROP. Spoke to Andrew at District Office and Time extension given **Repeat Violation**
03G-43-1
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. Cited on call back inspection which is still open with call back date set 4-22-24. Operator sent information to wrong location and was re-directed back to DBPR. Provided operator with PJ email and contact information and information on ROP. Spoke to Andrew at District Office and Time extension given **Repeat Violation**
03G-50-1
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Some ceiling tiles in kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Some ceiling tiles in kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
74
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Person in charge unable to provide any records of employee training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Operator indicated he had proof of employee training but unable to provide to inspectors at time of callback. Operator indicated he would email proof of employment to inspector. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
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. Person in charge indicated store vacuum seal cooked food items and vacuum seal individual meals . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Operator stated he had not completed a HACCP plan application and indicated that he needed more time. **Time Extended**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Person in charge indicated store vacuum seal cooked food items and vacuum seal individual meals . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Operator stated he had not completed a HACCP plan application and indicated that he needed more time. **Time Extended**
03G-43-1
74
Feb 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Employee washed hands with only cold water.
12A-19-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/22. Violation also cited on 8/26/22 inspection. Operator did go through the motions to renew the license at last inspection. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink has no hot water.
27-16-4
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 plan for cleanup of bodily functions. Emailed written plan for operator to print and file.
11-27-4
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. No proof of employees have been informed of responsibilities to report Heath issues. Emailed employee agreement for operator to print and have employees sign.
11-26-1
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer has ice buildup around interior topside fans
14-69-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink has broken mixing area that leaks water **Repeat Violation**
29-08-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks not properly secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
47
Aug 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating after an emergency without notifying the division.
51-01-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2022 . Operator went online and paid for renewal License still shows expired on inspection application. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink in rear has broken mixing valve with water leaking. **Repeat Violation**
29-08-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tanks not secured. Operator secured **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fit Meals last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fit Meals on file is from Apr 22, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fit Meals?
Across the inspection record, “establishment packaging time/temperature control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fit Meals.
How does Fit Meals compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Fit Meals most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Fit Meals' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fit Meals have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Fit Meals means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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