El Rancho
B°330 S Gilbert Rd, Mesa 85204
Food Establishment - Bakery · Permit FD-06446
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Inspection history7 on record
2026
Jun 17, 2026Re-Inspection1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
re-inspection report emailed. spoke to owner via phone and facility manager on site. the coolers near the cashier station in the bakery department will only be utilized for non-tcs food. manager will relocate newly prepared perishable pies and cakes to other food coolers in the retail maintaining 41 deg f
Inspector's notes
observed at the time of re-inspection cream filled pies and cream filled cakes in the pie cooler at 56-63degf . discussed the proper cold holding for tcs food. manager removed pies. please ensure tcs food is kept at 41 deg f Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
Inspector's notes
observed the pie cooler in the bakery, temperature checked 57-61 deg f . discussed with facility manager. manager will place a service call. per manager all perishable cakes and pies will be kept in the retail area coolers maintaining 41 deg f. please ensure food cooler can maintain 41 deg f for proper storage of tcs food. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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.
Jun 9, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationB°
report emailed. re-inspection for pie case cooler scheduled for 6-19-2026Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.re-inspection for the bakery pie case scheduled for 10 days, 6-19-2026
Inspector's notes
observed cream filled pies and cream filled cakes in the pie cooler at 49-51degf . discussed the proper cold holding for tcs food. manager removed pies. please ensure tcs food is kept at 41 deg f Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
Inspector's notes
observed the pie cooler in the bakery, temperature checked, 47-51 deg f . discussed with facility manager. manager will place a service call. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. please ensure food cooler can maintain 41 deg f for proper storage of tcs food. re-inspection scheduled for 6-19-2026
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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.
Jan 8, 2026Routine2 coreA
report emailed.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
please ensure a certified food manager and the certificate is available for the inspection. List of resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed. 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
checked the sanitizer filled bucket in the bakery. noted at 0ppm. manager drained and refilled. chlorine at 50 ppm established. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation
2025
Jun 11, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.
Jan 8, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.
2024
Sep 3, 2024Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.
Inspector's notes
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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation.
Feb 15, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.FDA 01 2-102.12(A), C – Certified Food Protection Manager• No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager.• The certified food protection manager certificate is deemed not to be from an accredited program. Copy of inspection provided to PIC via email.Notes:The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in thecoming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permitcard 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 administrativechange request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: B,Signer: Maria Lopez
Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing.---Observed at the handwashing station located at the front of the bakery with two food utensils stored inside the basin. PIC removed both knife and plastic container from the sink and re-washed them at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that all hand sinks must always be available and used for no other purpose than handwashing. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of 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 →