King Chef
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
43
Score
King Chef, located at 1 Westward Dr Bay #3 in Miami, FL, underwent a high-risk inspection on April 8, 2026, with a score of 43. This inspection identified one critical violation and fourteen minor violations, including issues with soiled equipment, improper reuse of single-use articles, and storage of single-service items. The facility's inspection history shows a pattern of mostly medium-risk classifications across seven scored inspections.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
14
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 14 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
22-12-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in prep cooler soiled inside th e inside
22-16-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed vegetables in reuse buckets of dried chicken seasoning
25-32-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of to go containers stored on the front counter area.
25-05-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed storage area in the front, kitchen area not maintained clean and organized.
33-34-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment. Observed fan cover soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Cardboard box used as garbage container. Observed cardboard box used as garbage container.
33-02-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean pans, bowls stored in dirty shelves.
24-06-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on top of prep table.
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed wall ice floor soiled inside of the storage area.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of bottle of water store on the floor in the front counter area, observed cases of pork in the kitchen floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage shelves soiled, observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
43
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed honey chicken (46 F - Cold Holding) inside kitchen. As per Operator food has been outside for an hour. Operator place food inside Walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed plastic buckets used to store food on kitchen floor. Operator removed buckets from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-26-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under shelf and three compartment sink.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed knife stored between reach in cooler and prep table in kitchen. Operator removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers soiled inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
55
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-26-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Operator provided a hair restraint to employee. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed ham container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor and placed it inside reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior by Walk in cooler.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in coolers gaskets. Also, observed grease on fan inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed food trays boxes stored on front counter floor. Operator removed boxes from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen. Operator placed towels inside bucket with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
61
Oct 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on reach in cooler in front of cook line. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside cinnamon powder container in dry storage. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-26-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice spoon in standing water at 90°F on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled aluminum container lids inside dry storage. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed honey chicken container uncovered inside Walk in cooler. Operator covered container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
64
Apr 25, 2024
Routine - Food
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. **Repeat Violation**
24-26-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Employee put a hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under cook line, and inside dry storage.
36-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside dry storage and kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between reach in cooler and prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoon in standing water at 90°F on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front of cook line. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken container uncovered inside Walk in cooler. Operator covered container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator stored towels inside bucket with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
61
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Nov 2, 2022
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front of cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on ceilings throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed them from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-26-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed salt container stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed it from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior in front of cook line. Also, observed soiled Walk in cooler shelf. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed food trays boxes stored on front counter floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
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