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CEK CATERERS

17950 MILITARY TRIAL, Boca Raton FL 33496 · 5612416977

Last inspected Mar 6, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023

Licence typeCaterer
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceCAT6013968
Grade history
SEP 24
FEB 25
MAY 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans 121-145F stored on top of stove. Observed beans not fully on stove, so some parts of food were out of temperature. Operator moved beans to fully on stove and reheated back up to 165F or higher.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2026029806Feb 26, 2026Jul 27, 2026$200

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Mar 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can of grilled eggplant dented across the seam. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked meatballs in walk in cooler. Operator stored raw chicken properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly sticky tape stored over shelf of canned foods in kitchen. Operator removed.
Basic/35B-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator fixed to Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm)
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler raw chicken stored over raw lamb. Operator stored raw chicken properly.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler cooked vegetables not date marked. Operator labeled 9/7/25.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
May 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed in true refrigerator at cook line stuffed grape leaves with mold-like growth. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-07-4
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed Raw shell eggs 72F stored on counter at bakery section of kitchen. Per operator eggs not prepared or portioned today. Eggs held on counter less than four hours. Operator moved eggs back in refrigerator to quick chill.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans 121-145F stored on top of stove. Observed beans not fully on stove, so some parts of food were out of temperature. Operator moved beans to fully on stove and reheated back up to 165F or higher.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Apr 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 17, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed near dishwashing area away from kitchen 1 small bug. Operator removed.
High priority/35A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in hot box by cook line Cheddar sauce 81F. Food in unit overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in hot box by cook line Cheddar sauce 81F. Food in unit overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Potato flakes stored in non food grade bucket. Operator removed
High priority/14-15-4/Corrected On-Site
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/ CFM present certification expired
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at kitchen entrance
Basic/36-03-4
Feb 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tested at 0ppm. Sanitizer empty, operator replaced and primed. Retested at 100ppm
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12-1-23. Operator renewed at time of inspection
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee enter building wearing gloves and proceed to handle clean utensils. Discussed with operator. Operator instructed employee to remove gloves and wash hands. Operator cleaned and sanitized wares
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Designated Hand wash sink in prep area used for food preparation. Discussed with operator. Operator instructed employee to use prep sink
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed over prep area. Operator removed and discarded
Basic/35B-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Oct 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Raw chicken over raw salmon in the walk in freezer. Items not in the original packaging. Operator reorganized.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. feta cheese (47F - Cold Holding); white fish salad (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs ambient (48F); butter (47F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (47F - Cold Holding) being held in walk in cooler. Monitored unit for 1 hour with no changes. All items in unit overnight. Not prepared or portioned today.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. feta cheese (47F - Cold Holding); white fish salad (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs ambient (48F); butter (47F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (47F - Cold Holding) being held in walk in cooler. Monitored unit for 1 hour with no changes. All items in unit overnight. Not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale. See comments
High priority/03A-02-5
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Fly tape over the prep tables and dry storage. Operator removed and discarded
Basic/35B-08-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle stored in contact with rice in dry storage. Operator removed
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.