CHEF CUBA CATERING
8471 NW S RIVER DR, Medley FL 33166
Last inspected Jan 8, 2026 · 6 visits since December 2023
5 inspections within 7 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled on three compartment sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container unlabeled in kitchen.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Rafael A. Benitez, 1/29/2020. ServSafe EXPIRED.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over sauces. Operator stored products correctly.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front of steam table.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots not inverted over hand wash sink. Operator inverted them.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on MFDV floor. Operator removed container floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs in standing water at 90°F in cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimps thawing at room temperature in three compartment sink. Operator put shrimps under running water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled. Operator labeled container.
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