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Arizona Bread Company

420 S Perry Ln, Tempe 85288

Food Establishment - Bakery · Permit FD-09973

Score based on 8 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

88
Good

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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1000602023202420252026Nov 29, 2023 — Routine — score 78 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Jul 11, 2024 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Dec 4, 2024 — Routine — score 91 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 4 core)Dec 24, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 96 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 4 core)Jun 23, 2025 — Routine — score 75 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 5 core)Jun 27, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 91 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 4 core)Dec 15, 2025 — Routine — score 92 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 3 core)Jun 16, 2026 — Routine — score 87 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 3 core)87
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history12 on record

2026

Jun 16, 2026Routine2 foundation3 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: Reviewed 3-compartment sink set-up.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The person in charge (PIC) did not have a certified food protection manager at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on site prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. <<<5th consecutive violation>>>

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Repeat Violation 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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

The handwash near the assembly bread prep area did not have paper towels. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing.

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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

During inspection, observed gaps on the pull-up door near the dough mixing room. The PIC was shown were the sealing foam has come off. Please ensure all gaps leading to the outdoors are properly sealed to prevent pests from entering the premises. Please correct prior to next routine inspection<<>>.

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Repeat Violation 6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedPriority foundation4-202.11

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed dough storage tubs and proofing baskets with cracks/broken. The PIC was shown the cracks and broken areas of food-contact surface equipment. The PIC was instructed to remove broken/cracked equipment from the production room at the time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, nonabsorbent, and easily cleanable.<<>>.

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Repeat Violation 4-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability. 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.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

The cove base is missing or in disrepair around the walk-in freezer and other areas of the facility. Also, observed the wall with exposed drywall that is not easily cleanable/non-absorbent. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the areas that need repairs. Please repair/replace the cove base throughout the food production area prior to the next routine inspection <<<9th consecutive repeat>>> 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: During inspection observed flour, dough, trash, and build-up of organic material behind and under kitchen equipment such as ovens, walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, mixers, shelves, other large kitchen equipment, and facility walls. Dough build-up was also observed inside the walk-in cooler floor. Per FDA Food Code, a regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner. Primary cleaning should be done at times when foods are in protected storage and when food is not being served or prepared. Please clean prior to next routine inspection.<<>>.

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Repeat Violation 6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed

2025

Dec 15, 2025Routine1 foundation3 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: Reviewed cleaning procedures of food contact surfaces (wash, rinse, and sanitize). Discussed cleaning food contact surfaces of non-TCS foods every 24 hours or at the end of the production day.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The person in charge (PIC) did not have a certified food protection manager at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on site prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. <<<4th consecutive violation>>>

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Repeat Violation 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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

During inspection, observed gaps on the pull-up door near the dough mixing room. The PIC was shown were the sealing foam has come off. Please ensure all all gaps leading to the outdoors are properly sealed to prevent pests from entering the premises. Please correct prior to next routine inspection<<>>.

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Repeat Violation 6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedPriority foundation4-202.11

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed dough storage tubs and proofing baskets with cracks/broken. The PIC was shown the cracks and broken areas of food-contact surface equipment. The PIC was instructed to remove broken/cracked equipment from the production room at the time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable.<<>>.

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Repeat Violation 4-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability. 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.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

The cove base is missing or in disrepair around the walk-in freezer and other areas of the facility. Also, observed the wall with exposed drywall that is not easily cleanable/non-absorbent. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the areas that need repairs. Please repair/replace the cove base throughout the food production area prior to the next routine inspection <<<8th consecutive repeat>>> 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: During inspection observed flour, dough, trash, cob webs, and build-up of organic material behind and under kitchen equipment such as ovens, walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, 3-compartment sink, proofers, mixers, shelfs, large kitchen equipment, and facility walls. Per FDA Food Code, a regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner. Primary cleaning should be done at times when foods are in protected storage and when food is not being served or prepared. Please clean prior to next routine inspection.<<>>.

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Repeat Violation 6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed

Dec 10, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean
Jun 27, 2025Re-Inspection1 foundation4 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The person in charge (PIC) did not have a certified food protection manager at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM onsite prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. <<<3rd consecutive violation>>>

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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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

During inspection, observed gaps on the pull-up door near the dough mixing room. The PIC was shown were the sealing foam has come off. Please ensure all all gaps leading to the outdoors are properly sealed to prevent pests from entering the premises.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedPriority foundation4-202.11

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed dough storage tubs and proofing baskets with cracks/broken. The PIC was shown the cracks and broken area of food contact surface equipment. The PIC was instructed to remove broken/cracked equipment from the production room at the time of inspection.

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4-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability. 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. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed flour, dried dough, and build-up of organic material in large kitchen equipment such as mixers, dough machine, dough containers, and other kitchen equipment. 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<<>>

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Repeat Violation 4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

The cove base is missing or in disrepair around walk-in freezer, and other areas of the facility. Also, observed wall with exposed drywall not easily cleanable/non-absorbent. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the areas that are missing the coved base. Please repair/replace cove base thought the food production area prior to next routine inspection <<<7th consecutive repeat>>> 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: During inspection observed flour, dough, trash, cow webs, and build-up of organic material behind and under kitchen equipment such as ovens, walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, 3-compartment sink, proofers, mixers, shelfs, large kitchen equipment, and facility walls. Per FDA Food Code, a regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner. Primary cleaning should be done at times when foods are in protected storage and when food is not being served or prepared. Please clean prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation: 7th consecutive violation.

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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed

Jun 23, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation5 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection conducted with RS 871. Discussed please vomit/fecal clean-up procedures. Provided cleaning log to the PIC at the time of inspection.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed flour, dried dough, and build-up of organic material in large kitchen equipment such as mixers, dough machine, dough containers, and other kitchen equipment. 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<<>>

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Repeat Violation 4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The person in charge (PIC) did not have a certified food protection manager at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM onsite prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. <<<3rd consecutive violation>>>

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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

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-302.12

Inspector's notes

During inspection, two spray bottles in the dough mixing area did not have a label on them. The person in charge (PIC) stated the items in question were cooking oil or water. The PIC properly labeled the items at the time of inspection.

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3-302.12 - Core: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

During inspection, observed gaps on the pull-up door near the dough mixing room. The PIC was shown were the sealing foam has come off. Please ensure all all gaps leading to the outdoors are properly sealed to prevent pests from entering the premises.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedPriority foundation4-202.11

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed dough storage tubs and proofing baskets with cracks/broken. The PIC was shown the cracks and broken area of food contact surface equipment. The PIC was instructed to remove broken/cracked equipment from the production room at the time of inspection.

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4-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability. 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. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-205.15

Inspector's notes

During inspection, a floor drain near the 3-compartment sink had stagnant water. This particular floor drain does not affect the 3-compartment sink floor drain or other floor drains in the facility. The PIC was shown the issue. A re-inspection will be conducted in 3 days to verify issue has been resolved. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A) - Priority: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

The cove base is missing or in disrepair around walk-in freezer, and other areas of the facility. Also, observed wall with exposed drywall not easily cleanable/non-absorbent. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the areas that are missing the coved base. Please repair/replace cove base thought the food production area prior to next routine inspection <<<7th consecutive repeat>>> 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: During inspection observed flour, dough, trash, cow webs, and build-up of organic material behind and under kitchen equipment such as ovens, walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, 3-compartment sink, proofers, mixers, shelfs, large kitchen equipment, and facility walls. Per FDA Food Code, a regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner. Primary cleaning should be done at times when foods are in protected storage and when food is not being served or prepared. Please clean prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation: 7th consecutive violation.

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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed

Jun 23, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

2024

Dec 24, 2024Re-Inspection4 coreA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.On 12/23/24 the operator a picture showing that violation #10 has been corrected. This re-inspection report will be sent via electronic means.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The person in charge (PIC) did not have a certified food protection manager at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on-site prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. <<<2nd consecutive violation>>>

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Repeat Violation 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

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed flour, dried dough, and build-up of organic material in large kitchen equipment such as mixers, dough machine, dough containers, and other kitchen equipment. 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 soil residues.

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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed water leaking from the 3-compartment sink sprayer arm/faucet. Please repair leaks prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation<<6th consecutive>>>

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

The cove base is missing or in disrepair around walk-in freezer, and other areas of the facility. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the areas that are missing the coved base. Please repair/replace cove base thought the food production area prior to next routine inspection <<<6th consecutive repeat>>> 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: During inspection observed flour, dough, trash, and build-up of organic material behind and under kitchen equipment such as ovens, walk-in coolers, 3-compartment sink, proofers, mixers, shelfs, large kitchen equipment, and facility walls. Per FDA Food Code, a regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner. Primary cleaning should be done at times when foods are in protected storage and when food is not being served or prepared. Please clean prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation: 6th consecutive violation.

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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed

Dec 16, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Dec 4, 2024Routine1 foundation4 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: Reviewed and provided handouts/stickers regarding employee illnesses and symptoms, 3-compartment sink set-up, when to wash hands, and allergens,

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed water leaking from the 3-compartment sink sprayer arm/faucet. Please repair leaks prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation<<6th consecutive>>>

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The person in charge (PIC) did not have a certified food protection manager at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on-site prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. <<<2nd consecutive violation>>>

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Repeat Violation 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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-202.12

Inspector's notes

The handwash sink next to the 3-comparment sink does not have hot water available. Correct prior to re-inspection on 12/13/24. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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. Addl Notes: The handwash sink next the 3-compartment sink and the handwash sink in the bread packaging area did not have paper towels. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. 6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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. Addl Notes: The handwashing sink next to the bread packaging area did not have soap. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing.

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5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed flour, dried dough, and build-up of organic material in large kitchen equipment such as mixers, dough machine, dough containers, and other kitchen equipment. 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 soil residues.

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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

The cove base is missing or in disrepair around walk-in freezer, and other areas of the facility. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the areas that are missing the coved base. Please repair/replace cove base thought the food production area prior to next routine inspection <<<6th consecutive repeat>>> 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: During inspection observed flour, dough, trash, and build-up of organic material behind and under kitchen equipment such as ovens, walk-in coolers, 3-compartment sink, proofers, mixers, shelfs, large kitchen equipment, and facility walls. Per FDA Food Code, a regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner. Primary cleaning should be done at times when foods are in protected storage and when food is not being served or prepared. Please clean prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation: 6th consecutive violation.

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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed

Jul 11, 2024Routine3 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

The person in charge (PIC) did not have a certified food protection manager at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on-site prior to next routine inspection. 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

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

During inspection observed water leaking from the 3-compartment sink sprayer arm/faucet. The person in charge (PIC) stated they have repair it, but it broke again. Please repair leaks prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation<<,5th consecutive>>>

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

The cove base is missing or in disrepair around walk-in freezer, and other areas of the facility. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the areas that are missing the coved base. The PIC stated they are in the process of addressing this issue. Pleaserrepair/replace cove base thought the food production area prior to next routine inspection 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: During inspection observed food debris, trash, and organic matter build-up behind the walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, and oven as well as along the wall of the 3-comparment sink. Per FDA Food Code, a regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner. Primary cleaning should be done at times when foods are in protected storage and when food is not being served or prepared. Please clean prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation: 5th consecutive violation.

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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed

2023

Nov 29, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report was emailed and received by the PIC at the time of inspection. Of note: Informed the PIC that bread with cheese may need additional testing or a specialist to review if it is non-tcs. Informed the PIC that all food contact surfaces must be smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent. Reviewed thermometer calibration. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager(CFPM): The person in charge (PIC) did not have the CFPM at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on-site prior to next routine 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-Request-Form-181Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Mathew Walker

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority foundation2-301.15

Priority Foundation-2-301.15, Pf: Where to Wash. 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. A kitchen employee washed hands in the restroom and returned into the kitchen to don gloves in order to handle baked bread. The person in charge (PIC) was informed of the issue and immediately instructed the employee to wash hands the approved kitchen handwash sink at the time of inspections. Please ensure employees are washing hands in the approved handwash stations in the production area. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#9 — No Bare Hand Contact with RTE Foods or a Pre-Approved Alternate Properly FollowedPriority3-301.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-301.11, P: Preventing Contamination from Hands; Bare Hand Contact with Ready to Eat Foods. 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 a kitchen employee bare handing ready-to-eat baked bread without wearing gloves. The person in charge (PIC) was informed of the issue and immediately instructed the employee to wash hands and don gloves at the time of inspections. Bare-hands contact with ready-to-eat foods in this establishment is not allowed. Please wear gloves when handling ready-to-eat foods. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Repeat Violation Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained...Observed water leaking from the 3-compartment sink sprayer arm. A water leak was observed from the handwashing drain pipe next to the 3-compartment sink. Please repair leaks prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 4th

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Repeat Violation Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed...The cove base is missing or in disrepair around walk-in freezer, and other areas of the facility. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the areas that are missing the coved base. The PIC stated they are in the process of addressing this issue. Please repair/replace cove base thought the food production area prior to next routine inspection Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions...Observed build-up dry flour, wet flour, and pieces of dough underneath and behind kitchen equipment and prep tables in the production areas. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the areas that need cleaning. Per FDA Food Code, a regular cleaning schedule should be established and followed to maintain the facility in a clean and sanitary manner. Primary cleaning should be done at times when foods are in protected storage and when food is not being served or prepared. lease clean prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 4th

Nov 27, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

The person in charge (PIC) was not available at the time of inspection. Only one employee was at the facility, but was not available to conduct the inspection. Another attempt will be conducted at a later time.

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