PAPA JOHN'S OF HAINES CITY
36182 US 27, Haines City FL 33844 · 863.421.7777
Last inspected Aug 13, 2025 · 5 visits since August 2023
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JUL 24
JUL 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst 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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022001009 | Nov 24, 2021 | Jun 10, 2022 | $160 |
| 3--2018036298 | May 29, 2018 | Jul 27, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade is soiled. Located on the can good rack. The can opener was removed to the dishwasher area to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.
Jul 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 00 ppm.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle labeled disinfectant on the shelf with Starry Lemon Lime Soda and above bottle of Pepsi. The spray bottle was removed.
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. Provided a copy to the email provided.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade is soiled. Located on the can good rack. The can opener was removed to the dishwasher area to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
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.
Light not functioning. Dry storage/ break room area.
Jul 15, 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 ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of flour next to front counter no label.
Mar 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open bottle of Lemon Brisk Tea on the white cutting board on top of the can good rack next to the hand washing sink in the dishwasher area. Beverage was removed and the cut board was washed, rinsed and sanitized.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf in the dishwasher area.
Food stored on floor. Pepperoncini peppers on the floor in the mop sink / dry storage area. Product was deon 8-19-23
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.