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JIMMY JOHN'S GOURMET SANDWICHES

1766 S TAMIAMI TRL, Venice FL 34293 · 941-837-2320

Last inspected Oct 13, 2025 · 5 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats18
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA6806014
Grade history
JUL 23
AUG 24
JUL 25
AUG 25
▲ GETTING WORSE

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

Worst finding on record
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. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2025083023Oct 13, 2025Dec 11, 2025$200

Inspection history

5 visits, newest first

Oct 13, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet with a splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Return visit Oct 13, 2025 · Observe no vacuum break on splitter at hose bib of mop sink Admin Complaint
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing bracelets.
Basic/13-07-4/Return visit Oct 13, 2025 · Observed employees, engaging in preparation of food, wearing phraseless and rings Time Extended
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels near the ice machine.
Basic/33-38-4/Return visit Oct 13, 2025 · No waste receptacle observed near hand wash sink by ice machine Time Extended
Aug 12, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet with a splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the ice machine filled with cleaning supplies. The operator removed the supplies allowing access to to the hand sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near the ice machine.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink near the ice machine.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee backpack stored on top of paper towels in the storage rack near the office desk. The operator proctored the backpack.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee engaged in food preparation wearing bracelets.
Basic/13-07-4
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water and soda stored on the floor near the walk in freezer. Observed boxes of lettuce stored on the floor in the kitchen during preparation. The operator properly stored the lettuce.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels near the ice machine.
Basic/33-38-4
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed beverage cup lids not stored inverted at the drive-thru window. The operator properly stored the beverage lids.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Unwashed onions stored above cut lettuce and tomatoes in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the onions.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed the wiping cloth sanitizer solution at 0ppm. The operator discarded the solution and refilled with a solution at 200ppm.
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Intermediate/11-07-5
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
Intermediate/11-05-4
Handwash sink by ice machine not accessible for employee use at all times cleaning bucket and tools in sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed raw cases mold-like substance in bin of ice Mac and ice chute of soda machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed raw cases employee beverage on top of deli case by oven.
Basic/12B-07-4
Aug 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Handwash sink by ice machine blocked by cleaning equipment and chair not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee igloo lunch bag in walk-in-cooler over food.
Basic/40-06-5
Jul 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced roast beef at 51F in front make table, beef was stacked high over coolers cold holding line. Operator stated it was placed in cool 1 hour prior. Operator removed the over stocked portion and placed into reach-in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material. Repeat 10-19-22
Intermediate/11-07-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
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. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at back of kitchen block by small chest freezer in front of it and employees drinks in it.
Intermediate/31A-09-4

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