PANERA BREAD BAKERY CAFE #1619
2493 NE 9 CT · HOMESTEAD · Dade County · FL 33033
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Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
20 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 3
35A-04-4High Priority – Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approx. 10 rodent droppings on the floor by the electrical panel located by the back door near the water heater and mop sink. There is no wall to separate panel area from the preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed bean corn salad (49F – Cold Holding); sliced steak (51F – Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to pick up window, as per operator over 24 hours, Manager discarded during inspection. **Warning**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean corn salad (49F – Cold Holding); sliced steak (51F – Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to pick up window, as per operator over 24 hours, Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Intermediate 1
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee cleaning a syrup bottle on hand wash sink located at front counter.Employee was instructed. **Warning**
Basic 16
22-20-5Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
16-21-4Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
23-24-4Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles in all units at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
40-06-5Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a pair of shoes stored on top of syrup cases, also observed a personal hat on preparation table, Manager removed items during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
36-01-4Basic – Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in freezer, also under equipment at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-19-4Basic – Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning**
10-12-5Basic – In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of the ice maker. Manager removed scoop at the time of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
38-07-4Basic – Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
33-16-4Basic – Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
12B-13-4Basic – Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drink inside reach in cooler next to pick up window, Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-16-4Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior in all units in preparation line at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-05-4Basic – Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of Togo boxes stored on floor at the front counter, Manager stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4Basic – Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clean utensils not inverted next to dishwasher area. **Warning**
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed cut melon container not covered in shelves inside walk in cooler. Manager covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed soup bags (frozen) in standing hot water at 3 compartment sink. Manager removed. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 10, 2026 8:29 AM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.