Jack's Shack
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
29
Score
Jack's Shack has been inspected five times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 11, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 17 violations each, up from closer to seven violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, showing up three times.
By comparison, the average Sun City Center facility scores 64, putting Jack's Shack on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
6
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands in 3 compartment sink with no soap. **Warning**
12A-20-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee replaced at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Establishment not able to provide food handler certifications. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical spray bottle not labeled. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager Parth P. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. **Warning**
32-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup with no handle in pretzels. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee wash hands preparing ice cream with no hair restraint. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Water bottles on floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of single service cups on floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers of sugar not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
29
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed operator using phone while prepping food.
12A-29-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands in 3 compartment sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator provided 2 food handler certifications.
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on counter, phone removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Water bottles on floor near back door. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic cups on floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on counter. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
50
Oct 4, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: **Time Extended**
32-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed milk containers reused with flavoring. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: **Time Extended**
25-32-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on ice cream machine. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
82
Aug 4, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
32
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 7lbs cans of Sundae Supreme milk fudge dented at rim.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle cleaner not labeled, operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Plastic containers stored on floor across from 3 Compartment Sink.
24-26-4
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. 2 7lbs cans of Sundae Supreme milk fudge dented at rim.
08B-20-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee shoes next to hot coco mix and employee jacket over boxes of Oreos in dry storage area.
40-06-5
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed single use milk gallon jugs being used for cream and syrup.
25-32-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar not labeled above refrigerator. Operator labeled sugar at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jack's Shack last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jack's Shack on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jack's Shack?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jack's Shack.
How does Jack's Shack compare to other restaurants in Sun City Center?
Jack's Shack most recently scored 29 out of 100, which is lower than the Sun City Center average of 64.
Has Jack's Shack's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Jack's Shack have averaged around 17 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Jack's Shack 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 Jack's Shack inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jack's Shack is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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