Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
47
Score
Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish has been inspected eight times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 9, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near nine violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “floor, wall and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris”, showing up three times.
By comparison, the average Yulee facility scores 71, putting Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. On prep table next to fryers, raw shelled egg (73F - Cold Holding). Employee took out of walk-in cooler 30 minutes prior and forgot to put back into walk-in cooler. Operator put eggs back into walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. On cook line, cooked egg (83F - Cooling @ 1 hour, 80F @ 1.45 hours); sausage patty (110F - Cooling @ 1 hour, 83F @ 1.45 hours). Employee made products and put in deep metal pans with lids on prep table after cooking. Employee put products in reach in freezer to bring temperature down quickly. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink, pan of grease/fat in sink. Operator removed pan. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee working front counter, Analiya hired in September but operator has no proof of food handler training.
53B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine deflector plate soiled with black debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor, wall and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in walk-in cooler soiled with food debris. Also, floor under cook line table/front counter cooler soiled with debris. Floor in drive thru soiled with debris. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwaves on cook line has food debris build up. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above fryers soiled with food debris. Also, gaskets on cook line cooler and front counter cooler soiled with food debris. Also, fan covers in walk-in cooler soiled with mold-like substance. Also, around nozzles in drink machine in lobby soiled. Also, interior of cubby under donut display soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At drive thru, to go coffee lids not inverted. Operator flipped stacks over. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In dry storage in boxes of coconut flakes and m&ms, handles of scoopers touching products.
10-01-5
47
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Watched manager crack raw shell egg, walk over to front line, put gloves on, then started handling single serve cups. Educated manager on handwashing procedure.
12A-27-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaner on Prep table in kitchen next to stand mixer. Operator moved cleaner from table and placed it in storage area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
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. One employee present , hired less than 60 days, no proof available.
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen area soiled
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Several ceiling tiles In kitchen area are acoustic tiles, not smooth, easily cleanable and non absorbent.
36-37-5
Basic - Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under and behind all kitchen equipment is dirty. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Multiple microwaves in the kitchen area have soiled interiors.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. In dry storage room, wood on shelf not sealed.
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler gasket has build up black mold like substance. Small chest freezer had a mold like substance on the gasket.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. T-shirt bags in box found on floor under the front counter. Manager picked item up and placed it on the counter. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
47
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, opened container of raw bacon stored over ready to eat (drink) bottled juices. Items moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In steam table at front of kitchen area, sausage gravy 127F and cooked sausage 122F. Items placed into steam well approximately 30 minutes prior. Sausage gravy voluntarily discarded and sausage reheated 171F. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing sanitizer chemical cleaner stored on handle of dough sheeter in kitchen. Bottle moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in back kitchen blocked by trash can. Can moved. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug zapper stored over containers of icing in kitchen. Icing moved. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-02-4
Basic - Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under small reach in cooler in drive through area. Person in Charge asked employee to clean today. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
50
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cook on cook line cracked raw shelled eggs with gloved hands, removed one glove, and immediately handled container of seasoning without washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In kitchen in ice bath near food warmers, container of shredded cheese 45F. Cheese placed out approximately 60 minutes prior. Cheese moved to reach in cooler to cool. In small black reach in cooler near food warmers in kitchen, quiche 45F. Quiche placed in cooler approximately 75 minutes prior. Door for reach in cooler kept closed to cool quiche. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. All pitchers of milk and cream in dining area. Items placed out approximately 60 minutes prior. All items time marked. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In food warmer in middle of kitchen, chopped eggs 125F. Eggs prepared and placed in warmer approximately 20 minutes prior. Eggs removed to be reheated. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on outside faucet on east side of building.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit could be provided.
16-37-1
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 (2) employees working today. Person in Charge states forms are in another location. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Two (2) dead roaches in far back storage area of kitchen. Dead roaches discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink cup stored on prep table by mixer in kitchen. Cup moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table by mixer in kitchen. Phone moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook working in kitchen. Cook placed on hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Floors, walls, and/or ceilings not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor under cooking equipment in kitchen. Floor under drive through equipment in kitchen. Floor in back storage area in kitchen.
36-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at handwashing sinks near walk in cooler and triple sink. Inspector emailed Form 5030-111 (Hand Washing Sign). **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Multiple pieces of wood in kitchen and front counter areas are not sealed. Cardboard lining shelves in walk in cooler.
14-47-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Dumpster outside of establishment. Lid closed. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Urinal in men's restroom in dining area. Person in Charge states that it is being addressed with building owner. **Corrective Action Taken**
32-23-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old grill in back storage area of kitchen. Two reach in coolers in prep area of kitchen.
33-31-5
22
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
78
Jul 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk in thermo cup 45f
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in walk in cooler, manager states opened Wednesday,
02C-03-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Conner
53B-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Fan covers in walk in cooler
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Young man in kitchen
13-03-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In small coolers
05-09-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wood shelf in back that holds ice bucket.
14-06-4
52
Jan 25, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. Owner in kitchen no food handlers card - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-20: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covers in womens restroom - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-20: Still needs **Time Extended**
32-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Stored on grass in back area near dumpster - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-20: Still the same **Time Extended**
33-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over fry holding area - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-20: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-20: Still open **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink near walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-20: Still needs attention **Time Extended**
29-11-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish?
Across the inspection record, “floor, wall and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish.
How does Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish compare to other restaurants in Yulee?
Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Yulee average of 71.
Has Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish 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 Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jj Sharks Chicken & Fish is inspected around two times per year on average.
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