Rodney's Jamaican Grill

814 8 Ave W, Palmetto, FL 34221

African

Last inspected: Jul 12, 2023

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Rodney's Jamaican Grill, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 12, 2023. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Rodney's Jamaican Grill dates to Jul 12, 2023.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Palmetto restaurants. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jul 12, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**

11-26-1

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area above fryers hood filters soiled with Grease. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**

23-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas in main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**

36-37-5

Jun 1, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 6 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Dec 21, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to food on a shelf in the dry storage area. Manager removed the bottles **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.

22-02-4

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. Establishment has 7 employees 4 have expired food handle training.

53B-14-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at the hand washing sink next to the soda machine in the kitchen.

27-16-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Thought out the kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

36-37-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under all equipment in the kitchen.

36-73-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of all reach in coolers in the kitchen and the bar area soiled.

22-16-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls though out the kitchen.

36-27-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rodney's Jamaican Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rodney's Jamaican Grill on file is from Jul 12, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Rodney's Jamaican Grill compare to other restaurants in Palmetto?

Rodney's Jamaican Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Palmetto average of 83.

Has Rodney's Jamaican Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Rodney's Jamaican Grill have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rodney's Jamaican Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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