Sajoma Deli
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
70
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Sajoma Deli, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 4, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
“No proof provided that food employees are informed” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Immokalee facility scores 83, putting Sajoma Deli on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Observed handwashing sink in preparation area shut off. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: **Time Extended**
27-05-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: The owner is currently in the process of obtaining the Manager Certification. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler on cook line gasket torn. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathroom doors not tight fitting. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-04: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
70
Feb 27, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
43
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of CFM certificate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed no CFM available at time of inspection. Operates states that the copy is at her house. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed Co2 tank at soda dispenser not secured. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: Observed CO2 tank not secured. **Time Extended**
51-11-4
86
Jul 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Feb 17, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above shredded cheese in reach in cooler. Operator moved eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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 proof of employee reporting. Emailed operator form Employee reporting HR 5030-103 **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
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. Emailed operator form Big Six HR 5030-165. **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. Observed no cleanup literature at inspection. Emailed operator form Clean up HR 5030-104 **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No towels at handwash sink in rear kitchen area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer. **Warning**
05-08-4
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 food handler training available. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwash sink behind front counter. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. Emailed choking poster. Choking handout HR 5030-105 **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of produce stored on the floor in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in any refrigerator units. **Warning**
05-09-4
32
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on shelf above prep table above coffee maker. Operator moved medicine. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to cash register.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwash sink next to front cash register.
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone and purse on prep table next to coffee maker. Operator moved items. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled in kitchen area under and behind stove/oven and 3 compartment sink directly across front range in back prep kitchen area.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile damaged and missing under 3 compartment sink and behind stove in back prep kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed exterior bug zapper on shelf above single service coffee cups, lids and sugar next to espresso machine. Operator relocated bug light to non food contact/prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-02-4
58
Apr 11, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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. Observed no proof of Big 6 knowledge reviewed with operator printed and emailed form. **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 and emailed form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
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 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. Printed and emailed form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking on any product in reach in cooler. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water not working in mens restroom. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed no mop sink installed at time of inspection. **Warning**
29-27-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at sink by 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling with textured paint. **Warning**
36-37-5
47
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sajoma Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sajoma Deli on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sajoma Deli?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sajoma Deli.
How does Sajoma Deli compare to other restaurants in Immokalee?
Sajoma Deli most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Immokalee average of 83.
Has Sajoma Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sajoma Deli have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sajoma Deli 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 Sajoma Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sajoma Deli is inspected around three times per year on average.
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