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PEOPLE'S DELIGHT JAMAICAN RESTAURANT & BAKERY

4000 S BABCOCK ST, Melbourne FL 32901 · 321-327-7367

Last inspected Jun 18, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats60
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1506818
Grade history
AUG 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
DEC 25
APR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

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. Sent operator copy
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jun 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 27, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic shopping bags with printed ink used to store foods
High priority/14-31-5
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Mop sink moved. Wall installed between kitchen and front counter. Hand wash sink installed at front counter
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink at front counter leaks
Basic/29-08-4
Dec 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Repackaged chicken over snapper fish
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw oxtail
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Washed in triple sink Educated
Intermediate/12A-03-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dirty pan over sink in kitchen Educated
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Basic/23-03-4
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw repackaged chicken over peas
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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. Shermaine
Intermediate/53B-14-5
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Aug 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Sent copy to operator
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Lid used to scoop brown sugar Cup used to scoop rice and flour
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans and plastic containers
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Light not functioning. Hood fan
Basic/36-62-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Disposable pans
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Apr 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over jerk sauce cooler #1
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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. Sent operator copy
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bus tub and utensils on sink Educated
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's and women's bathroom Educated and sent copy
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrective Action Taken
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer in hand sink by dish pit
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle at dish pit
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation

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