CONDITIONAL
Palmetto Superfoo Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection
October 30, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Routine Inspection
5
Total Violations
3
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Routine inspection revealed expired food safety manager certification and lack of sanitizer bucket during active food prep. Additional violations included mold-like growth in cooler door gaskets, improper plumbing air gap under three compartment sink, and food debris on floors near warewashing area. One violation corrected on site when employee provided proper sanitizer bucket.
Violations Cited
5
#14
CORRECTED
MAJOR
No Sanitizer Bucket During Food Prep
Why This Matters
Dirty cutting boards and utensils cause 76% of cross-contamination. Biofilms protect bacteria from cleaning. One contaminated surface spreads pathogens to dozens of foods.
What Was Observed
Observed no sanitizer bucket setup at the start of the inspection while food prep was occurring. PROVIDE a sanitizer bucket with an approved sanitizer and clean and sanitize food prep surfaces. COS - Employee provided a sanitizer bucket with at least 200ppm quaternary ammonia.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#33
MAJOR
Mold Growth in Cooler Door Gaskets
Why This Matters
Dirty surfaces harbor pests and serve as bacteria reservoirs. Accumulated grease and food debris attract cockroaches and rodents.
What Was Observed
Observed debris and mold like growth in prep cooler door gaskets. CLEAN and SANITIZE the door gaskets. Clean more frequently to prevent the accumulation of debris on equipment surfaces.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114115, 114117
#40
MAJOR
Improper Plumbing Air Gap
Why This Matters
Without sanitizer, wiping cloths become bacteria breeding grounds. One contaminated cloth can spread pathogens to every surface it touches.
What Was Observed
Observed drain line extending far into the floor sink under the three compartment sink. CUT/RAISE the drain line to maintain at least a 1" air gap above the flood rim of the floor.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099.6
#1B
MINOR
Food Safety Manager Certification Expired
Why This Matters
Certified managers reduce critical violations by 60%. They understand temperature control, contamination prevention, and proper hygiene that prevents outbreaks.
What Was Observed
Observed food safety manager certificate onsite to be expired. PROVIDE a renewed copy to your inspector via email to Lucas.willis@sfdph.org. Maintain a copy onsite.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#1B
MINOR
Food Safety Manager Certification Expired
Why This Matters
Certified managers reduce critical violations by 60%. They understand temperature control, contamination prevention, and proper hygiene that prevents outbreaks.
What Was Observed
Observed food safety manager certificate onsite to be expired. PROVIDE a renewed copy to your inspector via email to Lucas.willis@sfdph.org. Maintain a copy onsite.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1