JAYS JAMAICAN CUISINES
4401 N 40TH, Tampa FL 33610 · 240.906.4410
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 4 visits since August 2024
AUG 24
OCT 25
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 2 live ants on prep table.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar not labeled.
Oct 7, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot Holding: cooked plantains 120 F, per operator plantains were cooked 30 mins earlier.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jermain Thorpe.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All reach in coolers and reach in freezer.
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar not labeled.
Oct 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 2 live ants on prep table.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on broom next to trash can.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot Holding: cooked plantains 120 F, per operator plantains were cooked 30 mins earlier.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large soda container in handwash sink. Operator removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jermain Thorpe.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with yellow liquid.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Small plastic bowl in bulk sugar.
Dead roaches on premises. 22 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink. 3 roach egg sacs under 3 compartment sink. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All reach in coolers and reach in freezer.
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Operator thawing fish in metal bowl without cold running water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar not labeled.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 2602 N 50TH STREET, Tampa — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat test strips.
Food stored on floor. Oil and a bag of whole cabbage store on floor.
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