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German Sausage Co

A

4900 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix 85018

Food Establishment - Retail Food · Permit FD-00942

Score based on 6 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

99
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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1000602023202420252026Nov 17, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 19, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 16, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 25, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Aug 22, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jun 19, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history6 on record

2026

Jun 19, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed labeling for pre-packaged meat products. Informed the PIC to pay fees as soon as possible, as they are past due. Discussed potential ownership changes. Informed the PIC that if an ownship change occurs, new permits may be required.

2025

Aug 22, 2025Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: Reviewed packaged labeling for ready to eat products.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No certified food protection manager was found in the establishment. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection

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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

Apr 25, 2025Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: Reviewe date marking procedures and provided handout.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The person in charge (PIC) did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate at the time of inspection. Per Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on-site prior to next routine inspection. <<<2nd consecutive violation>>>

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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-307.11

Inspector's notes

During inspection, observed personal food items storage on top shelf of rack above the establishment's food items. The person in charge (PIC) was instructed to move personal food to the bottom shelf or a separate area at the time of inspection.

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3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination

2024

Aug 16, 2024Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: The PIC stated the display meat cooler may not be working properly and has already placed a work order. Please ensure internal food temperatures are kept at 41*F or below. The PIC stated they are currently doing research and development for a new beef jerky product line. The PIC was instructed to reach out to the AZDA regarding this product approval. Reviewed personal food storage.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The person in charge (PIC) did not have a certified food protection manager(CFPM) at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on-site prior to next routine inspection.<<>>

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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

Apr 19, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report was emailed to the PIC at the time of inspection. Of note: Provided educational handout regarding when to wash hands, food separation, and temperature requirements. Discussed daily monitoring of display coolers to ensure TCS foods remain at 41*F or below. The person in charge (PIC) stated the beef jerky is being inspected by the state. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM): The person in charge (PIC) did not have the CFPM at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on-site prior to next routine inspection.Signer: Annetta Scherz,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Award: A

2023

Nov 17, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report was emailed and received by the PIC at the time of inspection. Of note: The person in charge (PIC) provided expressed interest in the applying for barehand contact. Provided application for link. Reviewed product sampling guidelines. Reviewed certified food protection manager requirements. Review 3-compartment sink procedures. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Signer: Mike Barthel,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A

Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →