Safeway
A+Cutting Edge1515 E Elliot Rd, Tempe 85284
Food Establishment - Bakery · Permit FD-03393
Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history7 on record
2026
Jul 10, 2026Routine1 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice buildup on pipe in walk-in for cakes. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of icicles. Corrective Action: Correct by next routine inspection.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
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.
2025
Sep 18, 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) pans shall be free of encrusted food and grease buildup.
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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-403.12 - Core: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater
Mar 12, 2025Routine2 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 PIC storing scoops in a product the handle shall be stored straight up and not be in contact with the product.
Inspector's notes
Observed dishwashing machine chemical dispenser leaking while in use. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. PIC will not utilize machine until the equipment is repaired. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Inspector's notes
Observed icicles of a frozen liquid buildup on the fans in the walk-in freezer in the bakery and the bakery walk-in in the back of the facility. Discussed with PIC to clear out the frozen liquid, repair/fix/replace the unit and to not store food under the frozen liquid. No contamination observed at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation
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Repeat Violation 5-403.12 - Core: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater
2024
Oct 4, 2024Routine3 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) in facility at time of inspection. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) A 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
Inspector's notes
Observed bundt cake pans being used and encrusted with a thick dark soiled accumulation of debris buildup on the food contact surfaces that would be easily dislodged by hand. Advised PIC to clean to remove excessive crusting for proper warewashing or replace pans prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 3rd Consecutive Violation
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Repeat Violation 4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
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. Also observed a pipe connected to floor cleaner next to dishwasher with a slow drip onto the floor. Discussed with PIC to maintain in good repair. 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, 2024Routine2 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.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 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+,Signer: Lauri Weast
Repeat Violation Core-4-601.11, C: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils ------- Observed muffin baking pans, bundt cake pans, baguette bake pans and bread loaf baking pans encrusted with a thick dark soiled accumulation of debris buildup on the food contact surfaces that would be easily dislodged by hand. Advised PIC to clean to remove excessive crusting for proper warewashing or replace pans prior to the next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained >>>Observed the dish washer detergent dispenser leaking while the dishwasher is in use. Discussed with PIC to have the leak fixed. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Sep 8, 2023Routine1 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'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 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,Signer: Deik Daugherty
Core-4-601.11, C: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils ------- Observed muffin baking pans and bread loaf baking pans encrusted with a think dark buildup. Observed the muffin pans with large pieces of the crusty bits that would be easily dislodged by hand. Advised PIC to clean to remove excessive crusting for proper warewashing or replace pans prior to the next routine inspection. 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 →