CATERING BY CHEF TONY
10244 ATLANTIC BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32225 · 904-687-8147
Last inspected Apr 27, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
SEP 23
OCT 23
MAR 25
FEB 26
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly observed in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2016043573 | Sep 16, 2016 | Dec 27, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 27, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
Recorded at 6610 N MAIN STREET, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In slide door glass display reach-in cooler, cheesecake (44F - Cold Holding). Ambient temperature 54f. Operator stated ambient temperature was 34f this morning. Ambient temperature dropped to 38f during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At front counter area, spray bottle of window cleaner stored on shelf next to wax paper deli wrap and above aluminum togo trays. Employee moved cleaner to proper storage.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee on cook line, hired 1.5 years, no proof of training available.
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. One employee present, hired 1 month, no proof of employee responsibilities. Operator explained to employee and had dbpr form completed.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At drive thru soda dispenser, top plate in ice bin has black mold-like substance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At prep area, plastic up used as scoop in bulk lemon pepper container and up,with handle broken off used as scoop in seasoning container. Operator removed both cups.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At back door area, backpack stored on case of bag-in-box soda. Operator moved backpack.
Food stored on floor. By back door, open container of oil stored on floor. Operator moved to shelf.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In prep area, scoops in white flour and chicken flour have handles touching product. Operator removed scoops.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over flat top and over fryers have grease build up. In prep area, exterior of multiple bulk containers have soiled lids. At drink station, exterior of bulk sugar container soiled with splatter residue.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In prep area, bulk seasoning container not labeled. Operator labeled container.
Feb 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 6610 N MAIN STREET, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2024. Operator renewed during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On upper shelf by back door, container of degreaser stored in contact with sleeve of bagged styrofoam togo boxes.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ At arrival for inspection, 5 food handler employees present, no Certified Food Manager. Certified Food Manager arrived during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At cook line, no paper towels. Employee supplied.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 employees present hired over 60 days with no proof available.
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. 4 employees present, hired less than 60 days per manager, no proof of employee responsibilities. Emailed operator DBPR form 5930-103
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. At front counter, interior of cabinet below tea maker is in disrepair.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on top of flip top reach-in cooler by grill area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on bulk seasoning container next to walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, sauce container on floor. In outside storage containers, multiple food items in both containers stored on floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. At front counter area, scoop in bulk sugar container has handle touching product. At drive thru soda dispenser, ice scoop handle touching ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At drive thru soda dispenser, bottom of soda heads have build up.
Open dumpster lid. One lid open.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. At front counter, spoons and forks for self service not stored with handle up.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At front counter area by tea maker, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm).
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. On storage rack by walk-in cooler, 2 bulk containers not labeled. At front counter area, bulk sugar container not labeled.
Dec 15, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 6610 N MAIN STREET, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 11, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 4 high priority.
Recorded at 6610 N MAIN STREET, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
4 High priority8 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee in fryer area washed hands for approximately three seconds - also dried hands on apron. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee only washing and rinsing items - no sanitizer step. Inspector coached employee on proper ware washing procedures.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing at the outside faucet on the north side of the building where no hose is attached.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer bucket in dining area near restrooms tested 200+ppm. Solution discarded and re-made - tested 50ppm.
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. Plan locked in managers office.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of reach in freezer near fryers.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink near fryers has sanitizer bucket and rags stored inside. Items removed. Hand washing sink by ice machine used to fill sanitizer bucket.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No proof of any certified food manager.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit available.
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. No training records provided.
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. No proof for any employee.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing blue chemical cleaner stored near triple sink in kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In women's restroom in dining area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. No license displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees working in kitchen. Hairnets placed on.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor drains by ice machine and by hand washing sink near fryers.
Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler, sauces and corn on floor. In walk in freezer, french fries on floor. Items in walk in cooler moved and stored correctly.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoops for flour and cornmeal in bulk containers in prep area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing in front glass cooler near counter.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Last inspection not available.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Shelf below grill in kitchen shows rust.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cabinets below front counter.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster outside of establishment.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop in water by women's restroom in dining area. Mop removed from water.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher near back door in recharge zone.
Sep 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 6610 N MAIN STREET, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
4 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly observed in kitchen.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/01/2023. License paid for during inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk in freezer, raw Philly beef and raw ground beef burgers stored over raw fish. Items moved and stored correctly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing blue chemical cleaner stored next to ice scoop by ice machine. Bottle moved and stored correctly.
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. No written plan available. Inspector emailed Form 5030-104.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink by ice machine in kitchen has sanitizer bucket stored inside. Bucket removed.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Multiple records are missing information.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Blue ic bucket by ice machine. Bucket inverted.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Missing in women's restroom in dining area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks by triple sink where chicken is prepped. Employee drink on shelf over prep table near walk in freezer. Drinks moved and stored correctly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse, backpack and phone on storage shelf with to go items. Employee items removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees working today. One put hair net on.
Food stored on floor. Container of ranch and case of lettuce stored on walk in cooler floor. Items moved and stored correctly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Standup reach in freezer near fryers.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Last inspection report not available.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Shelf below grill in kitchen shows rust.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cabinets at front counter.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster outside of establishment. Lid closed.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler near flat top grill. Water removed.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In cooking area by fryers.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in yellow mop bucket with water near rear exit. Mop removed.
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