Kyrene Akimel Middle School

A°Cutting Edge

2720 E Liberty Ln, Phoenix 85048

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-01716

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.

Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

Aug 27, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

Aug 21, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean

Aug 11, 2026Routine1 priorityB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reinspection for the backflow prevention device installation is scheduled for 8/21.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-203.14

Inspector's notes

Establishment has had a new combi oven/steamer for over a year. It was originally observed and documented on the inspection from 10/22/2025. Establishment was instructed to install an RPZ backflow prevention device up to ASSE 1013 standards. No device was observed during today's inspection. Please have the device installed prior to reinspection on 8/21. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-203.14 - Priority: Backflow Prevention Device, When Required

Apr 1, 2026Routine1 coreA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed dust accumulating on the ceilings above food, food prep areas, and food contact surfaces and dishware. Please have the ceilings cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of dust. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2025

Oct 22, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Cafeteria has a large steamer in the back of house. No backflow device was observed. Discussed installing an ASSE 1013 backflow preventer on the steamer waterline.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed the dishwashing machine in use with 0 ppm of chlorine sanitizer. Sanitizer line was completely disconnected from the unit and was dispensing on the ground. Manager put in a work order for the machine. Dishes were rewashed and until the unit is repaired only the 3 compartment sink will be used for dishwashing.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Feb 25, 2025RoutinecleanA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to manager about hand sink requirements, extra equipment, and trash bag uses.

2024

Nov 4, 2024RoutinecleanA+

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Apr 24, 2024Routine1 coreA+

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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Confirmed email with manager.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Signer: Lorraine E.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.114

Core-6-501.114, C: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter ---Observed a large flat top grill and large hobart mixer in the kitchen. Manager said they are broken, or unused, and they want them removed from the kitchen. Ensure the timely removal of all unused and unnecessary equipment. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Nov 16, 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.Confirmed email with manager.**Talked to manager about hood lights, and sanitizer steps at 3 compartment sink.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Lorraine Epindola

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 22, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →