Small Chef at Large

1105 Key Plaza, Key West, FL 33040

American

Last inspected: Aug 5, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Small Chef at Large four times, with records going back to 2023. Small Chef at Large was last inspected on Aug 5, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

“No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Key West restaurants, the typical score is 74; Small Chef at Large is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 5, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Dec 10, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of grease/food debris. Observed heavy accumulation of grease atop front line.

22-08-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink at cook line. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Jun 24, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. On hand sink located at the front line. Soap was provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

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

16-37-1

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On hand sink located at the front line.

31B-04-4

Mar 27, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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

16-37-1

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. Info was sent. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**

36-32-5

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

50-09-4

Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed cooler gasket in disrepair, the one located by the restroom.

14-11-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on hood filters and also on reach in cooler gaskets.

23-03-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Small Chef at Large last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Small Chef at Large on file is from Aug 5, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Small Chef at Large?

Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Small Chef at Large.

How does Small Chef at Large compare to other restaurants in Key West?

Small Chef at Large most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Key West average of 74.

Has Small Chef at Large's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Small Chef at Large 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 Small Chef at Large inspected?

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

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