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St Josephs Hospital & Medical Center

A+Cutting Edge

350 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix 85013

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-02939

Score based on 12 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

98
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 24, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 16, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 13, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 25, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 25, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 20, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 6, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 7, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Aug 20, 2025 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Nov 21, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 5, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 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 history12 on record

2026

May 19, 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.

Feb 5, 2026RoutinecleanA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.Discussed par-cooking

2025

Nov 21, 2025Routine1 coreA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.Prior to inspection, person in charge informed me of walk-in refrigerator #2 utilized for non-TCS foods only. New installation of unit to occur soon. Discussed establishment procedures regarding: equipment maintenance, tasting procedures, and usage of ice baths

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed several plumbing caps in warewashing area loose and separated from wall, causing holes. Observed several areas above baseboards where wall is missing, creating holes. Person in charge to place maintenance request. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

Aug 20, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.After discussion with the person in charge, it has been determined that the root cause of the violation was improper signage on unit to prevent storage of TCS foods, which resulted in the violation.Prior to inspection person in charge informed me of installation of AVB at water line for spray nozzle near hand sink in dish pit. Water turned off at hand sink. Employees able to use hand sink on other side of mechanical warewashing unit. Discussed establishment procedures regarding: equipment maintenance and signage, refrigeration organization

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed thawed chicken strips, cheesecakes, and chicken salad sandwiches in walk-in refrigerator #2 with an internal temperature ranging 44-47*F. Person in charge stated food was placed in unit within 3 hours prior to inspection. Person in charge removed items and placed in freezer to cool to 41*F within 1 hour. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Walk-in refrigerator with an ambient temperature of 47*F. All refrigeration holding cold temperature-controlled foods should hold an ambient temperature of 41*F or below. Person in charge placed work order, removed TCS foods, and placed sign on unit to only hold soda and water. 4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.

Jul 7, 2025Routine3 coreA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: handwashing, bracelets/jewelry, usage of ice

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlCore3-501.15

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed several speed racks covered in plastic of food actively cooling with an internal temperature ranging 47-50*F. Person in charge stated foods were placed in unit within 2 hours prior to inspection. Person in charge removed plastic and placed in blast chillers. 3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling. Predefined Comment: TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Reach in refrigerator near tray line with an ambient temperature above 45*F on left side and leak on right side. All units should be in good repair. Manager to place work order and have units looked at. 4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed spray nozzle hook up directly to water line without AVB. Person in charge had an out of order sign and stated maintenance will be installing one soon. 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.

Feb 6, 2025RoutinecleanA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: Dairy cooler, drain for steamers, non-continuous cooking, back flow preventers

2024

Nov 20, 2024RoutinecleanA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: plumbing at warewashing hand sink

Sep 25, 2024RoutinecleanA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: trash cans

Jul 25, 2024Routine1 coreA+

Discussed establishment procedures regarding: Usage of ice, cooling methodsPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an "A+" grade.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed prep/thawing walk-in refrigerator with an ambient temperature of ranging between 43-48*F. All food holding at an internal temperature of 41-43*F. Person in charge stated maintenance is onsite and actively working on unit. Establishment to continue to monitor temperatures to ensure proper defrost cycle and foods maintain a temperature of 41*F or below. Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. 4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

Mar 13, 2024RoutinecleanA+

Prior to inspection, person in charge informed me of maintenance to mechanical warewashing unit. All dishes washed manually in 3-compartment sinks at facility until further noticeNo violations noted during inspection.This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.This establishment received an A+ Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation and 0 Core violations on this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: sanitizer strengthNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.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-181Award: Cutting Edge A+,Signer: Jennifer Hartz

2023

Nov 16, 2023RoutinecleanA+

No violations noted during inspectionThis establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.This establishment received an A+ Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation and 0 Core violations on this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: paper towelsNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.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-181Award: Cutting Edge A+,Signer: Jennifer Hartz

Aug 24, 2023RoutinecleanA+

Establishment currently in the process of addressing repairs/work orders throughout facility (ceiling, flooring in dry storage, etc.). Internal walkthrough scheduled for this month.No violations noted during inspection.This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.This establishment received an A+ Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation and 0 Core violations on this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: cooling and date markingNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.Inspected with RS# 1317The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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) Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824Award: Cutting Edge A+,Signer: Jennifer Hartz

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 →