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GLENDA JEANS COUNTRY KITCHEN

204 N MAIN AVE, Lake Placid FL 33852 · 863.531.3476

Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats49
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3801127
Grade history
JAN 24
JAN 25
MAY 25
SEP 25
APR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment for the use of small flying insects by back corner hand washing sink. Operator removed.
High priority/41-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Apr 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Grits made 4/11, per sticker and operator. Operator voluntarily discarded.
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Grits made 4/11, per sticker and operator. Operator voluntarily discarded.
High priority/01B-24-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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/ Tonja Friend 8/15/20
Intermediate/53A-03-7
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. D.J. 6/15/22
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Equipment in poor repair: gasket repaired on chest freezer with black tape.
Basic/14-11-5
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Operator mopped up area at storage.
Basic/36-22-4/Corrected On-Site
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit on cook line.
Basic/05-09-4
May 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw frozen or ribs with bread in chest freezer. Operator removed.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored: Sanitation bucket over styrofoam cups at waiting station. Operator moved bucket.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Stored food not covered. Biscuits on top of dry storage shelf not covered. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Jan 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink: employee washed hands in triple sink. Employee was educated on proper location.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at new ice cream bar area. Operator obtained sign.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in back far right corner.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation
Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or employee unaware of proper use. Test strips expired.
Intermediate/16-43-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable: blue cutting board at dry rack.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Basic/13-07-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Shelves near soda area with rust.
Basic/14-11-5
Aug 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment for the use of small flying insects by back corner hand washing sink. Operator removed.
High priority/41-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in back area.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation
Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches in dry storage. Operator removed and cleaned area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed: behind line floor is soiled, and, under ice machine.
Basic/36-01-4
Stored food not covered. Frozen waffles not covered in reach in freezer on line. Operator covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site

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