BEN AND JERRYS
3234 N JOHN YOUNG PKWY, Kissimmee FL 34741 · 8135221713
Last inspected Sep 16, 2025 · 5 visits since September 2023
SEP 23
AUG 24
JUL 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Waffle cone batter stored on counter temping 75F. Per package directions batter is to be held at refrigerated temperature of 40F or less after water is added to mixture. Per operator batter has been sitting for two hours. Operator discarded.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Sep 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Waffle cone batter stored on counter temping 75F. Per package directions batter is to be held at refrigerated temperature of 40F or less after water is added to mixture. Per operator batter has been sitting for two hours. Operator discarded.
Jul 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Waffle cone batter stored on counter temping 75F. Per package directions batter is to be held at refrigerated temperature of 40F or less after water is added to mixture. Per operator batter has been sitting for two hours. Operator discarded.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink adjacent to triple sink blocked with towel and glass cleaner.
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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Both handwashing sinks.
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. Provided Form.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. The owner has an employee training. One employee working without employee training.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice-cream scoop in standing water temping 70F. Operator discarded water and replaced with constant running water at prep sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Multiple wiping cloths stored on rack with fabuloso at front counter.
Aug 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Mop bucket in front of of sink in small area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink in kitchen.
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Woman's room out of order, men's room not cleaned. Sign stating restrooms out of order.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Molding near restroom.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Bottom of dipper well moderately soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom shelf in freezers moderately soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Employee states she is going to mop as soon as I leave.
Nov 21, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink adjacent to 3 bin sink blocked by various items as they had a ceiling or ac leak.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Adjacent to 3 bin sink.
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.
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