S & J CATERING
2001 SW 101 AVE STE E, Miramar FL 33025 · 954.708.6849
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 32 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Improper sewage disposal at floor drains in kitchen and/or food preparation area. -Observed employee dump sewage water from garage container in 3 compartment sink. Educate employee. Employee wash and sanitize sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $280
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024004682 | Jan 11, 2024 | Jul 11, 2024 | $280 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 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.
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.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Feb 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed hotel and restaurant license expired on 12/01/2025.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in prep station.
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 of any training available.
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. No proof available for any employees.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on dressing stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, item prepared on 12/4/2025.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Observed personal rice and peas stored in refrigerator with establishment food items not segregated or identified.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys and purse stored on food preparation table.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with seasonings stored on kitchen floor.
Sep 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 2 badly dented cans with corn on storage shelves. Operator informed and stop sale issued.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed acculturation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to cook line.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of food handler training for 2 employees.
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. Observed 2 employees with no food handler training or responsibility to inform about their health status singing.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases with drinking water stored on floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed acculturation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener holster.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed mash potato powder removed from the original container not labeled. Operator labeled. -Observed salt removed from the original container not labeled. Operator labeled
Feb 5, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substances buildup on can opener blade.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at prep station.
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. Observed no proof of employee reporting responsibility for 1 employee.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing.
No soap provided at handwash sink at prep station.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with juices stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator removed and stored in shelves. -Observed cases with children stored on walk in freezer floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at prep station.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed flour removed from the original container not labeled.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Observed a spray bottle with cleaning chemical stored on flour container. Operator removed and stored properly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at cookline.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellular phone stored on in-use food preparation table.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with children stored on walk in cooler floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at cookline.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed flour removed from the original container not identified by common name.
Apr 29, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in prep area. Operator replenished
No soap provided at handwash sink in prep area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. -Observed case with apples stored on walk in cooler floor. -Observed cases with chicken stored on walk in freezer floor
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen area.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Mar 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 3 badly dented cans with crushed tomatoes in storage area. Operator informed and stop sale issued.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wiring cloth stored in hand wash sink. Operator removed.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in prep area. Operator replenished
No soap provided at handwash sink in prep area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. -Observed case with apples stored on walk in cooler floor. -Observed cases with chicken stored on walk in freezer floor
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen area.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Jan 11, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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1. No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. 2. Observed no soap at handwash sink in kitchen. 3. Observed no handwash sign at handwash sink in kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with chicken stored on walk in freezer floor.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Oct 31, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Improper sewage disposal at floor drains in kitchen and/or food preparation area. -Observed employee dump sewage water from garage container in 3 compartment sink. Educate employee. Employee wash and sanitize sink.
1. No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. 2. Observed no soap at handwash sink in kitchen. 3. Observed no handwash sign at handwash sink in kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener blade.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed at 9:38 a.m. no date marked on cooked chicken, ground beef and Mac and cheese held in refrigerator. Per operator all items prepared on 10/30/23 at 8:00 a.m. Items prepared for more than 25 hours not date marked.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator received an electronic copy during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Observed employee purse stored on food preparation table next to takeout containers.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with chicken stored on walk in freezer floor.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed flour removed from the original container not identified by common name.
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.