Jerk Hut
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
86
Score
Across the available record, Jerk Hut has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 2, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment in poor repair”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Jerk Hut on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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.
11-27-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
86
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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. Missing for 1 employee.
53B-13-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler has no time control safety foods inside the ambient air temperature was 56F. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
86
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler does not have any temperature controlled foods in it but it's ambient air temperature is 69F. The freezer is maintaining proper temperature and will be used for any future cold items until cooler is repaired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Operator will repair or replace the fridge **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
90
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in the kitchen by trash can. Fly left during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 130F operator reheated to 165 in microwave and will begin using time as a public health control. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent dropping under cabinet operator removed clean and sanitize the area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-04-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler does not have any temperature controlled foods in it but it's ambient air temperature is 69F. The freezer is maintaining proper temperature and will be used for any future cold items until cooler is repaired. **Warning**
14-11-5
58
May 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-29: not completed **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-29: not completed yet **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under cabinets soiled with debris **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-29: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
74
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. Battery that operates water pump is currently not working or is not charged. Operator is currently using small battery operated pump to wash hands connected to a 16.9 oz bottle of water. total run time while small pump is turned on is approximately 40 seconds, with a light flow of water. **Warning**
27-12-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. ribs (111F - Hot Holding); chicken (124F - Hot Holding) less than 4 hours operator removed to be reheated. **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under cabinets soiled with debris **Warning**
23-03-4
50
Jan 30, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 22, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: Still missing. Filters being cleaned and will be re installed when they are done. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
14-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
50-04-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jerk Hut last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jerk Hut on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jerk Hut?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jerk Hut.
How does Jerk Hut compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Jerk Hut most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Jerk Hut's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jerk Hut have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Jerk Hut 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 Jerk Hut inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jerk Hut is inspected around three times per year on average.
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