Firehouse Subs
4100 N Wickham Rd #107, Melbourne, FL 32935 · Permanent Food Service · License 1505253
What drove the grade
Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Jul 14 routine inspection1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 6 basic-21
- Complaint after follow-up on Oct 13Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed-20
- Safety score59
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 4 visitsRoutine inspection
- 3rd follow-up visitOct 13, 2026 Complaint after follow-up
Problems from the first visit still weren't fixed, so the inspector recommended formal action by the state, which can include fines.
2 violations still not corrected:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate2
Code 11, Employee health: No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees.
- 2nd follow-up visitSep 14, 2026 Extension granted
Some problems still weren't fixed, but the owner was working on them, so the inspector allowed more time and will come back again.
2 violations still not corrected:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate2
Code 11, Employee health: No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
More time given
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees.
No original certificates. Only copies
More time given
- 1st follow-up visitJul 23, 2026 Extension granted
Some problems still weren't fixed, but the owner was working on them, so the inspector allowed more time and will come back again.
3 violations still not corrected:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate2
Code 11, Employee health: No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Manager was unable to download digital version. Provided handout
More time given
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees.
More time given
Basic1
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
More time given
- First visitJul 14, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
10 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments.
Intermediate3
Code 11, Employee health: No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Used to fill a pitcher of water
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees.
To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Basic6
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust.
Bread to the left of hand wash sink behind front counter
Food stored on floor.
Soda bib bag on the floor in rear prep area. Operator moved. Cooking oil container on the floor in corner near countertop fryer. Operator moved
Fixed on the spot
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink.
Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Filling middle bay with soap and water
Fixed on the spot
Code 25, Single-service items: Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Single service sauce cups and lids at hot sauce counter stored with food contact surfaces facing upwards
Fixed on the spot
Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Water draining onto floor surface.
Pipes under triple sink overlap causing drainage to spill onto floor
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Men's restroom
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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.