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ONE STOP JERK CENTER RESTAURANT

2108 N HOWARD AVE · TAMPA · Hillsborough County · FL 33607

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateAugust 31, 2026
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3716905
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID13755398
DBPR license3912728

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority2 Intermediate2 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical5 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

5 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 1

#3High Priority03B-01-6

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. A pan of Jerk chicken (112F – Hot Holding) and curry goat (117F – Hot Holding) stored on prep table in kitchen. Operator states that the food just cooked 30 minutes ago and will be sold within a hour. Recommended time control and provided written procedures by email.

Intermediate 2

#4Intermediate53A-03-7

Intermediate – Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Lorna Gentles, owner and manager, expired on 07/12/2026. November other certified food manager available.

#5Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. A soiled pan with a ladle stored in handwash sink at cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Basic 2

#1Basic50-09-4

Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

#2Basic36-30-4

Basic – Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Paint cracking and peeling on wall in restroom.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 1, 2026 11:12 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 50 · Current license displayed
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.