Precious Jerk

860 Ne 79 St Ste B, Miami, FL 33138

African

Last inspected: Jul 9, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Precious Jerk has been inspected four times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jul 9, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.

The city-wide average for Miami sits at 74, putting Precious Jerk on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 9, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In front of rice maker. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-09: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In front of rice maker. **Time Extended**

22-16-4

Jul 8, 2025

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed stew chicken (56F - Cooling) in the reach in cooler, as per operator made from last night.

03D-02-5

High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 3 big spoons in standing water of 97F.

10-05-5

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 4 live flies by the 3 compartment sink, observed 2 live flies by the barbecue sauce containers and 4 live flies by the steam table.

35A-02-7

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed stew chicken (56F - Cooling) in the reach in cooler, as per operator made from last night.

01B-02-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed flattop with tin foil soiled with clean containers stored on top.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed old food debris in the handwashing sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.

36-06-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In front of rice maker.

22-16-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken wings thawing in room temperature.

06-01-5

Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Under 3 compartment sink and steam table.

36-10-4

Mar 11, 2025

Routine - Food

5 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**

05-08-4

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager 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. Provided form by email.

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. Provided by email.

11-27-4

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided by email.

51-13-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.

31B-04-4

Aug 25, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation.

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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Precious Jerk last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Precious Jerk on file is from Jul 9, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Precious Jerk compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Precious Jerk most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Precious Jerk's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Precious Jerk have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Precious Jerk 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 Precious Jerk inspected?

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

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