Kompose
Last inspected: Aug 15, 2025
70
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Kompose stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 15, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
“Food stored on floor” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Kompose trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 15, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at their kitchen hand sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple unlabeled chemical spray bottles. Operator labeled them. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed their buffet line apples not wrapped and no tongs.
08B-15-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food stored on the floor of the walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
70
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
74
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored over ready to eat sauces. Operator removed the eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: Butter (46F - Cold Holding) Operator stated it had been out for approximately 30minutes. Talked to the operator about time as a public health control..
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for their chlorine dish machine.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle containing chemicals not labeled. Operator labeled the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee water bottle on the kitchen prep table. Operator disposed of bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee wearing a watch while preparing food. Operator had them remove the watch. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee prepping food with no hair restraint. Operator had them put on a hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.Observed a scoop handle touching food in a container of coffee. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
50
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on the fans and shelves of the walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
95
Sep 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 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. Observed no proof of employee food handler training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee purse stored with ready to eat food. Operator removed purse. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in the women's bathroom. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: **Time Extended**
32-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed orange juice,and soda stored on the floor of the kitchen and dry storage area. Operator placed listed items onto shelf's **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on the fans and shelves of the walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sing in the men's and females restroom used by employees. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-01: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
67
Aug 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the front counter area: Butter chips (65F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese (46F - Cold Holding); Milk (60F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding) Operator stated that the food had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed food in the reach in cooler, and emailed operator a time as a public health control sheet. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottles containing cleaning chemicals stored with ready to eat food. Operator removed the bottles. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Printed out a Big 6 chart for the operator to post. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-07-5
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. Printed out a copy for the operator to post. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink at the bar used as a dump sink for dirty dishes. Operator removed the dishes. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kits for the dishwashing machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
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. Observed no proof of employee food handler training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Observed no signed agreements. Printed out a copy of the operator to sign. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sing in the men's and females restroom used by employees. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service coffee filters stored in the kitchen not inverted or protected. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in the women's bathroom. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed employee soda can stored in the ice bin. Operator removed can. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-14-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee purse stored with ready to eat food. Operator removed purse. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed orange juice,and soda stored on the floor of the kitchen and dry storage area. Operator placed listed items onto shelf's **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on the fans and shelves of the walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
27
Jun 2, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
45
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Sep 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of buns on floor in Walk in freezer. Employee moved buns. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kompose last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kompose on file is from Aug 15, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kompose?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Kompose.
How does Kompose compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Kompose most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Kompose's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kompose have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Kompose means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Kompose inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kompose is inspected around three times per year on average.
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