SPARK BY HILTON-I-95
2367 SR 16, Saint Augustine FL 32084 · 904-824-0355
Last inspected Aug 20, 2025 · 5 visits since March 2024
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— STEADY
3 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Observed cream cheese and butter not discarded after end of breakfast per time control written procedures.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream cheese (67F - Cold Holding); butter (66F - Cold Holding) taken off the front counter and placed into refrigerator. Discussed time control with person in charge.
Time/temperature control for safety food controlled by time and required to be marked with the use by time is not marked and the required time of disposal cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed cream cheese (67F - Cold Holding); milk (56F - Cold Holding) left on time per written procedures but saved and placed in refrigerator.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Observed cream cheese and butter not discarded after end of breakfast per time control written procedures.
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. Observed no original documentation of proof for food handler training for food service employees.
Jul 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (57F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (56F - Cold Holding) on front counter in ice cup. Discussed time control and provided blank paper work with person in charge.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station blocked by utensils in kitchen. Person in charge removed utensils.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing station in kitchen.
Apr 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed yogurt from dispenser machine (46F - Cold Holding). Breakfast employees do not remove yogurt from machine. Todays employee did not put yogurt in machine and thinks yogurt has been inside machine over night. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed yogurt from dispenser machine (46F - Cold Holding). Breakfast employees do not remove yogurt from machine. Todays employee did not put yogurt in machine and thinks yogurt has been inside machine over night. See stop sale.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station blocked by cleaning supplies and utensils. Employee unblocked hand washing 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. Observed no proof of food handler training for current employees.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing station. Person in charge added bar of soap.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris inside buffet counter drawers.
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