Safeway
A+Cutting Edge340 E Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix 85004
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-06389
Score based on 9 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history9 on record
2026
May 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.Reviewed cleaning frequency of bottom of poultry coolers with person in charge.No violations noted at time of inspection.
Jan 7, 2026Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC
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 (a policy issue, verification breakdown), which resulted in the violation.
Inspector's notes
Observed 500PPM quaternary ammonium sanitizer measured within the sanitize basin of the 3-comp sink. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals
Inspector's notes
Observed water discharge pipe connected at prep sink hanging below grate of the floor sink. No backflow prevention device was observed at the prep sink water outlet. PIC propped up the pipe with zip-ties and put in a work order to address the issue at the time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper backflow protection and the importance of maintaining an air gap where required. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13 - Priority: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap
2025
Jul 31, 2025Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA+
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.
Inspector's notes
Observed standing water in hallway on the way to bakery. Had person in charge clean up and move standing water to drain. Person in charge explains that water could have come from cleaning and or dishwater when not used properly and overflowed onto floor. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Apr 28, 2025Routine1 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.Inspection report emailed.
Inspector's notes
Observed drain line from 3 bay sink near prep line leaning into the floor sink. Person in charge (PIC) trimmed drain lines to ensure one inch minimum air gap above the floor sink flood rim. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. After discussion with the person in charge, it has been determined that the root cause of the violation was a verification breakdown which resulted in the violation. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13 - Priority: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap
Jan 9, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed packages of raw chicken located on shelf above cooked ready-to-eat (RTE) potatoes in display stand in front of deli area. Person-in-charge (PIC) properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed water leak from area between faucet and attachment to sink on the handwash sink located in back prep area. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
2024
Aug 19, 2024Routine1 coreA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed standing water under hotholding warmer located in the kitchen. PIC stated water is from condensation. Suggested PIC to have flooring mopped and cleaned more often to prevent standing water conditions. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
May 14, 2024RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered 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, orContact 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-181Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Nick Wurtz
Feb 1, 2024RoutinecleanA+
This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered 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, orContact 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-181Award: Cutting Edge A+,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Jason Magee
2023
Oct 17, 2023RoutinecleanA+
This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.No violations noted at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report emailed to establishment and confirmed received. The 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-RequestForm-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Food Manager Licenses: 4,Request Review: CHECKED,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Josh Stark
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 →