Pizza Chef

5501 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34232

Pizza

Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Pizza Chef stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Pizza Chef's latest score is in line with the Sarasota average of 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 5, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer reading +200ppm chlorine. Owner replaced the sanitizer new reading 100ppm chlorine. **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks stored in the reach in cooler on the pizza make line. Employee removed the drink. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-13-4

Sep 4, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels lining a pan of radishes and eggplant in the reach in cooler in the back preparation area. Owner removed the paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**

14-86-1

Jan 24, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes stored on the floor in the back kitchen area. Owner placed the boxes on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Owner placed the cloth in a sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Aug 7, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Owner labeled the bottles. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Empty can stored in the hand washing sink next to the three compartment sink. Owner removed the can. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Feb 7, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils stored on the line in standing water at 79F. Operator removed the utensils. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Sep 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jun 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Aug 25, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear exterior door lacking self closing apparatus. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

35B-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pizza Chef last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pizza Chef on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Pizza Chef compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Pizza Chef most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Pizza Chef's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pizza Chef have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pizza Chef 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 Pizza Chef inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pizza Chef is inspected around two times per year on average.

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