Compass Group USA INC

11800 SW 147 Ave, Miami, FL 33196 · Permanent Food Service · License 2322161

D
Grade D
Safety score 63 of 100
Latest visit: Oct 8, 2026 (4 weeks ago)

What drove the grade

Dented/rusted cans present.High priority · fixed by the Oct 8 follow-up · 17 other violations

How the score was calculated

  • Starting score100
  • Violations at the Oct 6 routine inspection
    4 high priority (fixed by the Oct 8 follow-up), 7 intermediate, 7 basic; intermediate violations cost 18 at most
    -37
  • Safety score63

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Inspection history

1 inspection · 2 visits

Routine inspection

18 violations found · Inspector came back once
  1. Follow-up visitOct 8, 2026 Fixed at follow-up

    The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.

    5 earlier violations still noted, but not enough to need another visit:

    • 1 Intermediate
    • 4 Basic
    What was still cited

    Intermediate1

    • Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.

      Observed accumulation of rust on metal carts at warewashing area.

      More time given

    Basic4

    • Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Equipment in poor repair.

      Observed out of order several ovens, several combi ovens, two reach in coolers and large. Observed whisk machine was removed

      More time givenFixed on the spot

      Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.

      Observed ice buildup up on bottom of cooling unit inside walk in cooler.

      More time given

    • Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.

      Observed soiled vegan guards inside the walk in cooler.

      More time given

    • Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired.

      More time given

    Official report, on the Florida DBPR website
  2. First visitOct 6, 2026

    Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.

    18 violations found:

    • 4 High priority
    • 7 Intermediate
    • 7 Basic
    What the inspector cited

    High priority4

    • Code 01, Approved source; food safe and unadulterated: Dented/rusted cans present.

      See stop sale. Observed 6lb dented can of marinara sauce.

    • Code 03, Food out of temperature: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41°F.

      Observed at the buffet and grab and go area ham and cheese sandwich (50°F - Cold Holding); tofu (42°F - Cold Holding); eggs (42°F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51°F - Cold Holding); Observed salmon (46°F - Cold Holding); raw burger (53°F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47°F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48°F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (59°F - Cold Holding) at the front counter station. Observed salsa (47°F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (56°F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (56°F - Cold Holding); tomato paste (68°F - Cold Holding); cooked green peppers (80°F - Cold Holding) sitting at the prep counters.

    • Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.

      Observed spray hose in disrepair and fell inside the water level at 3CS.

    • Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.

      Observed gallon bottle lime scale solution stored above prep area and sink.

    Intermediate7

    • Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.

      Observed no production date for made on site grab and go sandwiches and yogurt parfaits.

    • Code 03, Food out of temperature: Plant food cooked for hot holding not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 135°F.

      Observed cooked green beans and carrots inside holding inside combine oven (103°F - Cooking).

    • Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

      Observed no test strips for vegetable wash sanitizer being used.

    • Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.

      Observed soiled sheet pans inside combi oven currently not in use, soiled whisking bucket at large whisking machine.

      Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.

      Observed accumulation of rust on metal carts holding clean food pans.

    • Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.

      Observed coffee stains inside handwashing sink basin at coffee station.

    • 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. Observed missing food handler training certificates for one male Joakim and one female cook, Evelyn.

    Basic7

    • Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.

      Observed bowl being use as a scoop for rice and flour.

      Equipment in poor repair.

      Observed out of order several ovens, several combi ovens, two reach in coolers and large whisk machine in kitchen area.

      Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.

      Observed ice buildup up on vents inside walk in cooler.

    • Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

      Observed soiled the interior combi ovens and ovens that are currently out of order, soiled ice buckets,

    • Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.

      Observed soiled vents inside the walk in cooler.

    • Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired.

      Observed discharge hose in need of repair and currently discharging contents into plastic bucket for the coffee machine.

    • Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.

      Observed soiled and accumulation of food debris floors inside walk in cooler and freezer.

    Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

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.
Ready-to-eat food
Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.
Food-contact surface
Anything food touches, such as cutting boards, utensils, counters and the inside of ice machines.
Nonfood-contact surface
Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.
Stop sale
An order that the food can’t be sold or served.

Most cited

Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained5
Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized4
Plumbing and backflow prevention3
Food out of temperature2
Non-food contact surfaces clean2
Approved source; food safe and unadulterated1
Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory1
Dishwashing facilities and test kits1