Huffman Catering
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Huffman Catering 13 times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 29, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “no conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Compared to the broader Jacksonville restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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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/ At arrival for inspection, 4 food handling employees present, no Certified Food Manager on-site. Certified Food Manager arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Establishment has license that expired 6/1/2025 posted at office area.
50-09-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In secondary cook line area, white and black reach-in coolers missing ambient thermometers. **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At primary cook line, gaskets on unused reach-in cooler below grill have build up of food debris. At primary cook line, hood filters over grill have grease build up. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
78
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
May 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. On can rack near office area, 1 can of cheese sauce has deep dent near top edge.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In double door reach-in cooler in main kitchen area, raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat beef franks. Operator moved eggs to proper storage level. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In secondary prep area, white refrigerator missing ambient thermometer.
05-09-4
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. On can rack near office area, 1 can of cheese sauce has deep dent near top edge.
08B-20-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In storage area, cardboard used to line multiple dunnage racks.
14-05-4
64
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. At secondary cook line, microwave on top of white refrigerator/freezer , interior soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At primary cook line, exterior of unused reach-in cooler and stove soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
90
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink next to triple sinks used as dump sink as evidenced by ice in sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, hood filters have grease build up. At prep area, upper shelves with seasonings soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing in refrigerator of refrigerator/freezer, with yogurt. **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
82
May 16, 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. In reach-in cooler by unused walk-in cooler, raw shell eggs stored on top shelf over ready to eat items. Operator moved shell eggs to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing in refrigerator of refrigerator/freezers. **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
82
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
86
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter at mop sink missing backflow preventer on non chemical dispenser side. Operator removed splitter. **Corrected On-Site**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink at cook line blocked by hot holding boxes. Operator moved boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. Two new employees present, no proof of employee responsibilities. Operator informed employees of responsibility and had DBPR form signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. On handwash sink by triple sinks, hot water handle loose. Hot water does not turn on.
27-16-4
64
May 15, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In double door reach-in cooler, next to walk-in cooler, chicken (57, 61F - Cold Holding); rice (67F - Cold Holding); lump crab (59F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items in cooler overnight. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In double door reach-in cooler, next to walk-in cooler, chicken (57, 61F - Cold Holding); rice (67F - Cold Holding); lump crab (59F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items in cooler overnight. Interior ambient thermometer showing 60f. **Warning**
03A-02-5
74
Feb 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In white reach-in cooler, raw chicken stored over unwashed celery. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
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. Emailed operator DBPR form 5030-104
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. Emailed operator DBPR form 5030-103
11-26-1
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. In small prep room, towel dispenser jammed. Employee fixed. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Two wet towels on prep counter.
21-12-4
61
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Huffman Catering last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Huffman Catering on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Huffman Catering?
Across the inspection record, “no conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Huffman Catering.
How does Huffman Catering compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Huffman Catering most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Huffman Catering's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Huffman Catering have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Huffman 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 Huffman Catering inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Huffman Catering is inspected around four times per year on average.
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