Safeway
B°Cutting Edge1515 E Elliot Rd, Tempe 85284
Food Establishment - Retail Food · Permit FD-03334
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Inspection history10 on record
2026
Jul 10, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
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.
Inspector's notes
Observed a liquid dripping into open box of romaine lettuce sprouts and the liquid was from the fan unit within the walk-in produce refrigerator in the back of the facility. Discussed with PIC all food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was embargoed and PIC discarded at time of inspection. Discussed to not store food under the dripping pipe in the walk-in to prevent further contamination. After discussion with the person in charge, it has been determined that the root cause of the violation was training staff verification breakdown, which resulted in the violation. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11 - Priority: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
Feb 10, 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.**Discussed adjusting defrost cycle of refrigerated display cases.
2025
Sep 18, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB
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 training staff, which resulted in the violation.Of Note: Discussed with PIC 1) to clean grey totes daily shall be soap, rinsed, sanitized, airdried, and stored away clean to sight and touch. 2) backstock storage shall have chemicals stored in a way to prevent contamination of food, food equipment and single use containers.
Inspector's notes
Observed a liquid dripping into open boxes of green beans and brussels sprouts and the liquid was from the fan unit within the walk-in produce refrigerator in the back of the facility. Discussed with PIC all food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was embargoed and PIC discarded at time of inspection. Discussed to not store food under the dripping pipe in the walkin to prevent further contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11 - Priority: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
Inspector's notes
Observed unknown liquid dripping from ceiling piping all along the back of the facility hallway where backstock is stored. Discussed with PIC to not store any foods under the dripping pipes and fix/repair/replace the leaking pipes. Also observed a frozen liquid buildup on the back freezer ceiling. Discussed to address the frozen liquid and repair the cause. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-403.12 - Core: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater
Mar 12, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
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 training staff, which resulted in the violation.Of Note: Discussed with PIC dented cans shall not be sold at a discounted price or donated.
Inspector's notes
Observed in the fruit and vegetable prep kitchen in the back of the facility an employee rinsing then stacking grey empty lettuce totes with the sprayer from the lettuce prep sink that is next to the three compartment sink that uses quaternary ammonium. Per employee the totes are cleaned by rinsing in the lettuce prep sink. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) Food-contact surfaces sanitized using quaternary ammonia must be sanitized with a contact time according to manufacturer's specifications. Proper washing of food contact surfaces shall be to soap, rinse, sanitize, and thoroughly airdry before stacking away as clean. Employee washed the grey totes properly at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-703.11 - Priority: Hot Water and Chemical-Methods; Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces. 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.
2024
Oct 4, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed heavily dented cans in isle 16. Embargoed the cans. Discussed with PIC swollen, rusted and cans dented on any of the 3 can seams (top, bottom, side) or deep, sharp dents should be considered unsafe. PIC separated the damaged cans. A designated area will be used to store damaged cans until removal from the establishment. All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection. Discarded assorted cans of red and green enchilada sauce, frijoles, sliced jalapeno and crushed tomato. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-202.15 - Priority Foundation: Package Integrity. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
Inspector's notes
Observed unknown frozen liquid buildup dripping from the fans in the walk-in freezer. Also observed a pinkish orangish liquid dripping from pipes along the ceiling walkway in the back of the facility between dairy walk-in and alcohol cages. Discussed with PIC to clear out the frozen liquid, repair/fix/replace the unit and to not store food under the frozen liquid. Per PIC a work order was in place for the pipes. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-403.12 - Core: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater
Feb 27, 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.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager>>>Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFM) present at time of inspection. A CFM is required at all times of operation. Also observed no Food Handler's cards for any employees. Please obtain CFM and Food Handler's cards prior to next routine inspection.2nd Consecutive Violation.Report sent via emailOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. Weneed 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 atthe below websitehttps://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+,Signer: Lauri Weast
2023
Oct 3, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Correction of the priority item(s) found during the inspection conducted on 9/8/2023 was verified by the inspector on 10/3/2023 via electronic means. A copy of this advisory report was provided to the establishment via electronic means.No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Sep 28, 2023Re-Inspection1 priorityB°
Upon re-inspection, priority violation #49 has not yet been corrected. A re-inspection will take place on 10/12/2023.A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation #49, 5-202.13, which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.A copy of the report was emailed to the manager.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Sean Dubois
Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13, P: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap ------ Observed hoses connected to threaded spigot with no backflow prevention device at two different mop sinks in the back store room. Observed one sink equipped with a hose bib and the mop sink inside the dairy cooler with a mixing faucet. Disconnected the hoses to restore air gap. Reviewed requirements for back-flow prevention on this type of spigot. All hose bibs must be equipped with hose bib vacuum breakers to prevent a cross connection between the potable and non-potable water systems. Please install a back-flow prevention device, such as a hose bib vacuum breaker or AVB, if the hose remains connected to the faucet between use. Hoses were disconnected at the time of inspection. A re-inspection will take place on 10/12/2023 to ensure the appropriate back flows have been added. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Sep 15, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Manager stated via email on 9/14/2023 additional time is needed to make corrections to priority violation #49. Manager stated a work order was accepted by a repair company but service had not yet been completed. Advised PIC to keep hose disconnected or temporarily connect a hose bib vacuum breaker if the work order will be open for an extended period of time. PIC will provide documentation to the inspector once repairs are completed. No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Sep 8, 2023Routine1 priority1 coreB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager. Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge's 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.A re-inspection will take place on 9/15/2023 to ensure priority violation #49 has been corrected. Of note: Produce observed holding at 43*F when measured with a min/max thermometer. PIC stated they were unsure if the unit was in defrost. Advised PIC to closely monitor and repair, if needed. Advised PIC to replace missing plastic air curtains to aid keeping the unit at 41*F or below. 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: B,Signer: Deik Daugherty,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Embargo Lbs: 0
Core-3-302.11 (A3-8), C: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination. ------ In the retail reach in coolers, observed raw pancetta stored above RTE ham. Also observed raw sausages stored above plant-based soy chorizo. No active contamination was observed. Discussed separating raw animal proteins from RTE eat foods to prevent cross contamination. The employee moved the raw foods to the lower shelves at the time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13, P: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap ------ Observed hoses connected to threaded spigot with no backflow prevention device at two different mop sinks in the back store room. Observed one sink equipped with a hose bib and the mop sink inside the dairy cooler with a mixing faucet. Disconnected the hoses to restore air gap. Reviewed requirements for back-flow prevention on this type of spigot. All hose bibs must be equipped with hose bib vacuum breakers to prevent a cross connection between the potable and non-potable water systems. Please install a back-flow prevention device, such as a hose bib vacuum breaker or AVB, if the hose remains connected to the faucet between use. A re-inspection will take place on 9/15/2023 to ensure the appropriate back flows have been added. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
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 →