JIMMY JOHNS #2105
458 E BURLEIGH BLVD STE N, Tavares FL 32778 · 352-253-2300
Last inspected Oct 30, 2025 · 6 visits since July 2023
JUL 23
AUG 24
JUL 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 4-1-25 Operator paid by next unannounced inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Oct 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 26, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 500 ++ operator added water rechecked 200 ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board at front line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container with turkey in hand washing sink. Operator removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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/
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents and ceiling tiles at front counter soiled. Vents and ceiling tile by ice machine Vents and ceiling tile in dish area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan guard in walk in cooler soiled. Reach in cooler gaskets at sandwich station
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler at sandwich station Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Jul 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 4-1-25 Operator paid by next unannounced inspection.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 500 ++ operator added water rechecked 200 ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board at front line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container with turkey in hand washing sink. Operator removed.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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/
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents and ceiling tiles at front counter soiled. Vents and ceiling tile by ice machine Vents and ceiling tile in dish area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan guard in walk in cooler soiled. Reach in cooler gaskets at sandwich station
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler at sandwich station Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Aug 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle of sanitizer stored on prep table on front line.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board on makenline.
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/
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Sep 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board on sandwich station.
Jul 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. 2 spray bottles of cleaner hanging on hand sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board on sandwich station.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink next to prep table.
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.
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. 11 employees
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on dry storage shelf.
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.