AMBER BROOKE FARMS
3250 NE 140 AVE, Williston FL 32696
Last inspected May 7, 2025 · 4 visits since December 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
DEC 23
APR 25
Live, small flying insects found One fly on prep table in main kitchen.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
May 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 25, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found One fly on prep table in main kitchen.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/01/2024.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1. Tube of raw hamburger meat stored directly on top of packages of fully-cooked hotdogs inside reach-in cooler in main kitchen. Manager removed hamburger meat from cooler during this inspection. 2. Carton of raw shell eggs stored on shelf directly above bags of tortillas and shredded cheese inside reach-in cooler in main kitchen. Manager moved the eggs to the bottom shelf during this inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Inside bottom of refrigerated make-table in main kitchen: cream (50F - Cold Holding); raw hamburger meat (51F - Cold Holding); hotdogs (51F - Cold Holding). Ambient air temperature 51F. Manager stated all foods have been held inside the unit overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside bottom of refrigerated make-table in main kitchen: cream (50F - Cold Holding); raw hamburger meat (51F - Cold Holding); hotdogs (51F - Cold Holding). Ambient air temperature 51F. Manager stated all foods have been held inside the unit overnight. Stop sales issued.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing all purpose cleaner stored on shelf directly beside bag of flour in main kitchen. Employee removed cleaner from shelf during this inspection.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager Brittany B. Not certified within 30 days of being out into management position. Brittney was the person in-charge during the last inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Inside main kitchen: 1. Hand wash sink near three-compartment sink blocked by stack of boxes. Inspector moved boxes away from sink before washing hands. 2. First aid kit stored down inside handwash sink near kitchen entrance. Manager removed items from sink during this inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test strips unavailable for sanitizer in three-compartment sink.
No handwash sign and/or paper towels/mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. 1. No towels provided at handwash sink in main kitchen near three-compartment sink. 2. Several handwash sinks have signs that read "Handwashing Only" and do not actually instruct employees to wash their hands.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Well testing report unavailable upon request.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Refrigerated make-table in main kitchen has an ambient air temperature of 51F. Multiple stop sales issued for foods inside unit.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket stored on shelf directly above containers of spices inside main kitchen. Manager removed jacket from shelf during this inspection.
Food stored on floor. 1. Container of sugar sitting directly on floor in main kitchen. 2. Several grocery bags containing boxes of frozen waffles stored directly on floor inside walk-in freezer. Manager removed all items from the floor during this inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Heavy buildup of ice on floor and shelving inside walk-in freezer.
Mar 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 8, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Large sharp dent on seam of "bush beans" can on storage shelf in main kitchen.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing glass cleaner stored on table beside canned drinks and condiment cups inside silo bar area. Manager removed glass cleaner from table during this inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Backflow prevention device missing at spigot on side of "milkshake" building near restroom. Backflow prevention device missing at spigot near lemonade stand. Backflow prevention device missing in storage area near ice machine.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink inside milkshake building blocked by stacked boxes. Handwash sink blocked by table inside storage area near ice machine.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spray bottle stored inside handwash sink in storage area near ice machine.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No certified food managers for establishment.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two co2 tanks not secured inside silo bar.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered waste basket in unisex restroom connected to milkshake building.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach on floor near dry storage shelves inside dry storage room. Three dead roaches on floor inside walk-in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under and around equipment and shelving soiled with dirt/debris throughout dry storage room.
Food stored on floor. Bucket containing donut glaze stored on floor in corner inside milkshake building.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Heavy ice buildup on floor and shelving inside walk-in freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on dusty blue soda crate on top of ice machine in storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sign missing at handwash sink inside lemonade stand. Handwash sign missing at handwash sign in main kitchen.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Gap leading to outside on exterior door of walk-in cooler.
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