Di Big Jerk Gainesville
619 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601 · Permanent Food Service · License 1102933
What drove the grade
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Aug 14 routine inspection2 high priority (1 fixed on the spot), 3 intermediate (1 repeat), 6 basic-25
- Administrative complaint on Aug 14Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed-20
- Safety score55
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitAug 14, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
11 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority2
Code 03, Food out of temperature: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41°F.
Observed : opened Almond breeze 45°. This was placed in the walk-in freezer open for quick chilling.
Fixed on the spot
Code 50, Current license displayed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Observed : the current license expired on 6-1-2025.m
Administrative complaint
Intermediate3
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Observed : cook line staff get water from the front line hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Observed : lack of paper towels at the prep sink hand wash sink.
Repeat violation
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago.
To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed : only 1 certificate available for review, multiple over 60 days.
Basic6
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor.
Observed bulk oil on the floor in dry storage.
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135°F.
Observed : scoop in a pan of 80° water next to the bean cookers. This was placed into 135+ degree water.
Fixed on the spot
Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Observed : food service drawer handles are soiled.
Code 25, Single-service items: Single-service articles improperly stored.
Observed : single serve clams shells, a case on the floor in the dry storage area.
Code 32, Restrooms: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Observed : 3 restrooms, none are self closing.
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Observed : 1 co2 tank unsecured outside.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Time/temperature control for safety food
- Food that has to be kept hot, at 135°F or above, or cold, at 41°F or below, to stay safe: meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, cooked rice and beans, cut melons and the like.
- Nonfood-contact surface
- Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.