Ridge at The Stratford

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.

4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

Repeat Violation 5-203.13 - Core: Service Sink

6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection

Ambient air thermometer in walk-in and reach in at the storage area not functioning. Ambient air thermometers must be working and available in all cold holding units. Person in charge to place order and replace. 4-204.112 (A-D) - Core: Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality

Observed chest freezer with several containers of ice cream without lids. All food should be covered to avoid contamination. Person in charge to train staff. 3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination

Observed grease trap with excessive leaking causing spillage, and evidence of dumping onto ground and storm drain. No liquid from garbage flowing out in large amounts onto the ground, disposal of mop water onto the ground/parking lot/driveways, or washing of garbage cans, rubber mats, etc. and wastewater flowing onto the ground or into a storm sewer instead of a sanitary sewer. Person in charge to contact 3rd party contractor, and train staff on usage of outdoor mop sink. Re-inspection for containment and clean up to occur by 12/26/2025. PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.13 - Priority: Conveying Sewage

4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.

6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

Repeat Violation Observed employees handle dirty dishes with gloved and bare hands, then proceed to handle clean dishes without washing hands or changing gloves. Observed another employee wipe nose with gloved hand, then proceed to plate and serve meals. Employee placed contaminated clean dishes in dish area and both washed hands before returning to tasks. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When 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. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Predefined Comment: Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection.

Walk-in freezer with leak at compressor, misaligned gasket, excessive ice buildup throughout unit, causing entire floor to be cover in ice. Person in charge to place a work order for maintenance. 4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.

Observed reverse osmosis system connected directly to water line to combi oven without proper backflow device installed. Person in charge informed maintenance and will place an order for a RPZ. Re-inspection to occur by 12/1/25. PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-203.14 - Priority: Backflow Prevention Device, When Required Predefined Comment: Provide an approved backflow device prior to re-inspection. All testable backflow devices must be certified. Predefined Comment: All RO systems must have an approved reduced pressure zone assembly backflow device meeting ASSE 1013 standards installed upstream from RO system.

Observed several areas throughout facility with misaligned ceiling tiles, plumbing sitting in drains without proper air gap, and FRP and sealant separating from walls and floors, creating open gaps. Person in charge to submit work orders for maintenance. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

Observed employee beverages and personal belongings stored on prep tables, and shelving where clean dishes are stored. Person in charge to implement a designated area for employee drink and personal belongings, and train staff. 6-403.11 - Core: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking

Observed an employee handle dirty dishes with bare hands, then proceed to handle clean dishes without washing hands. Employee placed contaminated clean dishes in 3-compartment sink, and washed hands before returning to handle clean dishes. PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When 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. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Predefined Comment: Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection.

Repeat Violation Hand sink near ice machine in service area near lobby without soap. Hand sinks near juice dispensers and cook line, both without paper towles. Person in charge called housekeeping and paper towels and a soap dispenser was installed at the appropriate sinks. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. 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. Predefined Comment: 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. Predefined Comment: PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection.

Observed a freezer bag of cooked roast beef on bottom shelf of speed rack in walk-in refrigerator with an internal temperature of 47-52*F. Person in charge stated food was prepared the day before and is intended for beef soup. Person in charge voluntarily discarded of food. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. 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. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling.

5-501.112 - Core: Outside Storage Prohibitions

Repeat Violation Disk thermometer used to measure temperatures of high temp ware washing machine, unable to accurately measure temperature within 2 degrees. Director stated via email on 1/28/2025, new thermometer ordered was unable to withstand the water and heat to properly read temperatures. Other min/max thermometers on site unable to accurately determine temperature. CEO to provide photos or video via email of new thermometer accurately determining temperature of warewashing machine prior to re-inspection on 2/12/2025. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 4-203.12 - Priority Foundation: Temperature Measuring Devices, Ambient Air and Water- Accuracy Predefined Comment: Properly calibrated probe thermometers are required at all times for monitoring food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer for establishment prior to re-inspection.

Repeat Violation Disk thermometer used to measure temperatures of high temp ware washing machine, unable to accurately measure temperature within 2 degrees. Director stated, new batteries and back up thermometer will need to be ordered. Director to provide photos via email of new thermometer and batteries prior to re-inspection on 1/30/2025. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 4-203.12 - Priority Foundation: Temperature Measuring Devices, Ambient Air and Water- Accuracy

Soap dispenser and paper towel dispenser unable to dispense soap or paper towels at hand sink near ice cream scoop station. Hot water dispensing at 80*F at bistro hand sink. Director informed housekeeping and they fixed dispensers and adjusted water heater, and water began dispensing at 107*F. 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. Predefined Comment: 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. Predefined Comment: PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection.

Observed sliced turkey stacked high past fill line in top compartment of cold holding unit, and cut leafy green garnish stacked in metal container sitting on counter, with an internal temperature ranging 48-56*F. Cook stated food was placed on line within 2 hours of inspection. Turkey past fill line was removed and placed in walk-in on an ice bath and reduced to 41*F within 1 hour. Garnish voluntarily discarded. 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. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below.

Disk thermometer used to measure temperatures of high temp ware washing machine, unable to accurately measure temperature within 2 degrees. Director stated, new batteries and back up thermometer will need to be ordered. Director to provide photos via email of new thermometer and batteries prior to re-inspection on 1/23/2025. 4-203.12 - Priority Foundation: Temperature Measuring Devices, Ambient Air and Water- Accuracy

Observed cigarette butts in mop sink, stack of cardboard stored near rear door, and several pieces of furniture and equipment broken/not in use, stored outside near rear door and mop sink. Person in charge stated department is working closely with staff and maintenance to dispose of item in designated areas and relocate equipment. 5-501.112 - Core: Outside Storage Prohibitions

Observed cook with gloved hands, handle sanitizer and place arms in 3-comparment sink, and proceed to handle food at cook line without washing hands and changing gloves. Observed same employee return from rest room place on gloves and begin plating food without washing hands. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination. Person in charge had employee wash hands and place new gloves before returning to station. PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When 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.

Repeat Violation Observed hot flan cooling in walk-in refrigerator directly under foods previously 41*F. Person in charge stated food was placed in unit within 20 min of inspection. Cooling foods should be on top shelf and separated from already cold foods to maintain food temperatures. Person in charge removed food and placed in separate area. 3rd consecutive violation 3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. 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.

Observed several small flying insects on wall near hand sink at service station and near drains at drink station. Person in charge stated they are working with pest control and provided pest control invoice from 7/29/2024. Recommended treatments every 10 days until pests are eliminated. Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection. 6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring