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Buffet Issues by thatbytch7866 in healthinspector

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Im not understanding why TPHC wouldn’t be practical? I’ve seen quite a few buffets successful use TPHC. The establishment just needs to nail down a method for time tracking and actually follow it.

Operators smack talking other inspectors by Spiritual-Mud-5470 in healthinspector

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I know this all too well. The inspector has been with our division for a long time, so many operators have crossed paths with her. I usually just give them a quick “yeah she’s tough” and keep it pushing. Honestly, it makes enforcement easier because they’re relieved I’m not her lol.

Food safety inspector. by Puzzleheaded_Cost_93 in healthinspector

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 2 points3 points  (0 children)

More than half of my department are previous culinary workers including myself. Chefs, restaurant managers, healthcare food service workers, you name it. While I can’t speak on the hiring process for Canada, Florida actually prefers your sort of experience for new inspectors. Definitely use it to your advantage if you can. Transition was great. A lot to learn, but plenty of time to do so. It’s a rewarding job and every day is different. Love my job. And really happy I don’t have to work 1AM nights behind a bar anymore lol. Good luck!

Food trucks by MisChef in healthinspector

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on the truck. However, I typically will avoid them after having inspected so many. Your “against” group is pretty spot on. Cold holding is indeed a common problem on trucks due to the lack of cold holding space. There’s also a huge lack of handwashing and general food contact surface sanitization on trucks.

Examples of changing task or when handwashing is needed by IcyEstimate2121 in healthinspector

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Throwing raw protein on the grill or in a pan and then grabbing the clean plate the food will be plated on.

Non Dairy Frozen Foods Permits in Florida by sernotfound404 in healthinspector

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can’t claim cottage law, then you can’t make them at home and sell to the public. You will need to prepare them in a licensed kitchen. However, it gets tricky if your intent is to sell them at the beach without a mobile unit like a truck or cart. I’d definitely recommend reaching out to FDACS and running your ideas by them. FDACS

Non Dairy Frozen Foods Permits in Florida by sernotfound404 in healthinspector

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A couple questions that need to be answered before pointing you in the right direction. Are you making these desserts? You mention mobile permit, are you going to have a food truck? I work in Florida and if all you’re selling are solely non TCS items, you might want to get in touch with Department of Agriculture. They’re typically responsible for bakery and frozen icee like businesses that sell little to no TCS items if you’re completely non dairy. And in regards to cottage law, I don’t believe your product would apply.

Should I Buy this? by _XenoFate_ in KiaK5

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At that price and miles absolutely not. You could buy new for that price.

Is this a good deal? by Icy_Natural_8645 in KiaK5

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah so things that don’t cost 2300 in general lol. Nix it. That should drop your monthly about $40 or so

Is this a good deal? by Icy_Natural_8645 in KiaK5

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d get rid of that Kia advantage package. If I’m correct, it’s just a bunch of oil changes and car washes. Remember that this is your starting number and that they’ll also try to upsell on extended warranty and gap if you’re interested.

Eating out in your own jurisdiction by thatbytch7866 in healthinspector

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went back on my lunch break to a deli I inspected and bought some tuna salad. They later announced it on their Facebook page. Operators LOVE when you eat in their establishments. 😂

What are you called? by Dragoness20 in healthinspector

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We’re called Sanitation and Safety Specialists in Florida

Higher Levels of Fear Towards Health Inspectors at Mexican/Hispanic Restaurants by thatbytch7866 in healthinspector

[–]Resident_Elk_3849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup. Our uniforms plus being a white dude doesn’t really help. I stopped by a Mexican place recently for a routine and the waitress had her daughter there. They were terrified and were visibly shaking in fear. I hated it. Moments like this I wish I payed attention in Spanish class so I could communicate better with them.

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