Pizza Hut #4253

1367 N Orange Ave, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043

Pizza

Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Pizza Hut #4253 stretching back to 2023. Pizza Hut #4253 was last inspected on Jan 7, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

Across the inspection history, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Green Cove Springs average 83, so Pizza Hut #4253 is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 7, 2026

Complaint Partial

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Nov 24, 2025

Complaint Full

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Aug 7, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

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

View 4 violations

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Oct 14, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Splitter added to mop sink missing vacuum breaker on non-chemical side. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

29-34-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink by fryers, at main sink in women's restroom and across from stand up reach in cooler with beverages. Operator replaced all. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan guards in walk in cooler have debris.

36-50-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Interior of dish machine has yellow and white build up.

16-03-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license not displayed or available. Person in charge got emailed the license, printed and posted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Utensil for shredded cheese in reach in cooler on make line has handle in the cheese. Employee moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**

10-06-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Area around nozzles on soda machine has build up. Water levers have black mold-like substance. Exterior of pizza oven has dust/debris build up on back of oven and attached hoses/wires. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Feb 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker present on hose end of splitter at mop sink. **Repeat Violation**

29-34-4

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. Observed no written cleanup procedures available. Provided operator with handout during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

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. Observed proof missing for some employees.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one current employee expired with last completion date of 10/31/19.

53B-14-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not available. **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor of walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handle on wing reach-in cooler on right side of fryers with buildup. Observed water levers on soda machine with mold-like substance buildup. Operator began cleaning during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pizza Hut #4253 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pizza Hut #4253 on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pizza Hut #4253?

Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pizza Hut #4253.

How does Pizza Hut #4253 compare to other restaurants in Green Cove Springs?

Pizza Hut #4253 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Green Cove Springs average of 83.

Has Pizza Hut #4253's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pizza Hut #4253 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pizza Hut #4253 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 Hut #4253 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pizza Hut #4253 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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