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Kyrene Middle School

A+Cutting Edge

1050 E Carver Rd, Tempe 85284

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-01690

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

99
Excellent

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Sep 12, 2023 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Feb 13, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 15, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Feb 14, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 7, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 26, 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

Feb 26, 2026RoutinecleanA+

No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.

2025

Aug 7, 2025Routine1 coreA+

No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.Of Note: Discussed with person in charge (PIC) 1) hot holding TCS items shall be at 135*F or above. 2) when using Time as Public Health Control (TPHC) a written policy shall be available 3) will follow up with PIC on food production permitting when cooking for other schools.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFM) present at time of inspection. A CFM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFM prior to next routine inspection. 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

Feb 14, 2025RoutinecleanA+

No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.Of Note: Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) datemarking shall be for the day the TCS product was open/made as day 1 and plus 6 to make a total of 7 days.

2024

Aug 15, 2024Routine2 coreA+

No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an "A+" grade.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Inspector's notes

>>>Observed build up of organic matter black and orange slime on the apron in the interior of ice machine across from the hand sink. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) the ice machines must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter. Discussed cleaning frequency with the PIC. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-402.11

Inspector's notes

>>>Observed missing caulking or dark black organic matter build up on existing caulking along both hand sinks in the kitchen and the dish area. Discussed with PIC if equipment is a fixed attachment and cannot be easily moved for proper cleaning it shall be sealed to the wall creating a smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Discussed with PIC to clean out old caulking and replace by next routine. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-402.11 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation

Feb 13, 2024RoutinecleanA+

This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.This establishment received a(n) A+ Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of Note: Discussed cleaning the apron and ceiling of the ice machine. Also discussed cleaning the air vents and drop down ceiling as needed. Report sent via email 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-181. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Number of Employees: 1,Signer: Ryan Ramos

2023

Sep 12, 2023Routine2 coreA+

This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager------ Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge was unable to produce a certified food protection manager certificate. A CFM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operations. Provide a CFM onsite by next routine inspection. *Second repeat violation*A copy of the report was emailed to the manager.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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-Requesr-Form-181Award: Cutting Edge A+,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Ryan Ramos

#53 — Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, CleanCore5-501.17

Core-5-501.17, C: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered ------ No covered trash can observed in the employee restroom. Please provide a covered trash can prior to the next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions ------ Observed a dark buildup in the floor sink servicing the food prep sink. Also observed a black organic substance growing along the wall in the locker room on the opposite side of the walk in freezer. Clean areas prior to the next routine inspection and maintain a regular cleaning frequency to prevent buildup. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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 →