Inspection Report

Emergency Closure InspectionDBPR disposition: Emergency order recommended
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AJ'S CHICKEN & THINGS

203 W. JEFFERSON ST. · QUINCY · Gadsden County · FL 32351

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateJuly 17, 2018
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency order recommended
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number2776847
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID6563085
DBPR license3000334

Emergency Closure Summary

ClosedJuly 17, 2018 5:23 PM
StatusReopened after callback/compliance
ReopenedJuly 18, 2018 11:26 AM
Record basisDBPR weekly closure extract
Closure conditionRoach activity

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
4 High Priority4 Intermediate14 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical22 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 4

#15High Priority35A-02-5

High Priority – 20 live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, or food storage area. Observed 2 live, small flying insects near wing prep station, 3 live, small flying insects near back exit, 5 live, small flying insects near soda syrup shelf, and 10 live, small flying insects in dining area. This violation must be complied by 7/18/18. **Warning**

Warning
#16High Priority03A-02-4

High Priority – Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep station: Chicken 55°F. Observed employee place in walk-in cooler, bringing temperature down to: Chicken 43°F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

Corrective Action TakenWarning
#17High Priority35A-09-4

High Priority – Presence of 13 dead insects. Observed 3 dead insects on floor near soda syrup shelf, 2 dead insects on floor near water heater, 3 dead insects on floor near supply shelf, and 5 dead insects on floor underneath front counter. This violation must be complied by 7/18/18. **Warning**

Warning
#18High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by 5 live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall near hand wash sink across from the office, 1 live roach on floor near wing prep station, and 3 live roaches on floor near soda syrup shelf. This violation must be complied by 7/18/18. **Warning**

Warning

Intermediate 4

#19Intermediate22-21-4

Intermediate – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. **Warning**

Warning
#20Intermediate22-28-4

Intermediate – Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. **Warning**

Warning
#21Intermediate53A-05-6

Intermediate – No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager. This violation must be complied by 9/15/18. **Warning**

Warning
#22Intermediate53B-01-5

Intermediate – 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. This violation must be complied by 9/15/18. **Warning**

Warning

Basic 14

#1Basic35A-03-4

Basic – 12 dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches on floor near water heater, 1 dead roach on floor near mop sink, 1 dead roach on floor underneath soda syrup shelf, 1 dead roach on the floor near bread rack, and 5 dead roaches on the floor underneath supply shelf. This violation must be complied by 7/18/18. **Warning**

Warning
#2Basic36-40-5

Basic – Attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease/food debris: cookline. **Warning**

Warning
#3Basic23-03-4

Basic – Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface: shelves in kitchen. **Warning**

Warning
#4Basic36-41-4

Basic – Fan cover in walk-in cooler has accumulation of dust or debris. **Warning**

Warning
#5Basic36-71-4

Basic – Floor drains/drain covers heavily soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#6Basic36-73-4

Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. **Warning**

Warning
#7Basic23-19-4

Basic – Food debris/grease/soil residue on exterior of reach-in cooler/refrigerator: reach-in cooler near cookline. **Warning**

Warning
#8Basic36-14-4

Basic – Grease accumulated on kitchen floor and under cooking equipment: throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#9Basic36-24-5

Basic – Hole in or other damage to wall: near front counter. **Warning**

Warning
#10Basic14-70-4

Basic – Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**

Warning
#11Basic35B-02-4

Basic – Insect control device installed over food preparation area. **Warning**

Warning
#12Basic33-16-4

Basic – Open dumpster lid. Observed employee close dumpster lid. **Warning**

Warning
#13Basic23-14-4

Basic – Shelf under preparation table soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#14Basic36-27-5

Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 11, 2026 1:59 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
2 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
3 observation(s)
Category 33 · Garbage, refuse and premises maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
5 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
7 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
2 observation(s)

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