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Jimmy John's - #1554

B

15425 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale 85254

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-02165

Score based on 5 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

86
Good

Scottsdale restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

100060202320252026Oct 31, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 8, 2023 — Routine — score 79 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Jun 25, 2025 — Routine — score 92 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 3 core)Nov 24, 2025 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 20, 2026 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)84
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history6 on record

2026

May 20, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreB

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

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed chemical dispenser directly attached to the mop sink faucet using a hose. The mop sink faucet has an atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) upstream of the chemical dispenser (turned on/ under pressure). Do not use a faucet equipped with an AVB to supply water to chemical dispensers in a potable water distribution system. An AVB located on a mop/service sink faucet is considered a non-testable backflow prevention device. The AVB is not designed for use in high health hazard applications (e.g. soaps, sprays, degreasers, chemicals, and similar contaminants), and shall not be used where subjected to continuous pressure on the backflow prevention device. Person in charge disconnected the chemical dispenser from the mop sink. Discussed installing dedicated water line to chemical dispenser at mop sink. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection *Second consecutive violation*

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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A) - Priority: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; According to Law

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed unprotected light bulbs on the ceiling above the front handwashing sink and oven. Light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Repair or replace light bulb shielding/covers prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *Second consecutive violation*

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Repeat Violation 6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding

2025

Nov 24, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed repairing rust damage inside walk-in cooler and general cleaning frequency.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed chemical dispenser directly attached to the mop sink faucet using a hose. The mop sink faucet has an atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) upstream of the chemical dispenser (turned on/ under pressure). Do not use a faucet equipped with an AVB to supply water to chemical dispensers in a potable water distribution system. An AVB located on a mop/service sink faucet is considered a non-testable backflow prevention device. The AVB is not designed for use in high health hazard applications (e.g. soaps, sprays, degreasers, chemicals, and similar contaminants), and shall not be used where subjected to continuous pressure on the backflow prevention device. Person in charge disconnected the chemical dispenser from the mop sink. Discussed installing dedicated water line to chemical dispenser at mop sink. Provided Chemical Dispenser and Y-Valve (Wye) Installations guidance document electronically. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A) - Priority: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; According to Law

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

Inspector's notes

In walk in cooler observed dim lightbulb. Labels closer to the walk in freezer door could not be read clearly without inspector's flashlight. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. Lighting levels are specified so that sufficient light is available to enable employees to perform certain functions such as reading labels; discerning the color of substances; identifying toxic materials; recognizing the condition of food, utensils, and supplies; and safely conducting general food establishment operations and clean-up. Repair or replace the lightbulb prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Repeat Violation: 2nd. 6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding Addl Notes: Observed unprotected light bulbs on the ceiling above the front handwashing sink and oven. Light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Repair or replace light bulb shielding/covers prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation 6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting

Jun 25, 2025Routine1 foundation3 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed handwashing situations with employees and maintaining chemical dispenser disconnected from mop sink. Discussed written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events with PIC, provided guidance document. Discussed repairing front beverage display.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Person in charge was not able to provide CFPM certification for review. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections. 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

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority foundation4-601.11

Inspector's notes

On the clean equipment storage rack across from the mop sink, observed a food dicer stored as clean with visible food debris on the blades. According to the person in charge the dicer was last used earlier this morning.

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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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 cleaned to sight and touch between uses. Predefined Comment: PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed food debris and dark residue on the floors below the cold holdings equipment and shelves throughout the establishment.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: 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.

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-303.11

Inspector's notes

In walk in cooler observed dim lightbulb. Labels closer to the walk in freezer door could not be read clearly without inspector's flashlight. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. Lighting levels are specified so that sufficient light is available to enable employees to perform certain functions such as reading labels; discerning the color of substances; identifying toxic materials; recognizing the condition of food, utensils, and supplies; and safely conducting general food establishment operations and clean-up. Repair or replace the lightbulb prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting

Jun 13, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

2023

Dec 8, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°

OC Re-inspection/Routine Inspection. Met with Jacob. Establishment open and operating. E&D Class 3, 10+ Seating.Correct the noted items within 30 days.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. If violations are not corrected within 30 days, legal action may result.Report emailed.Award: Not Participating,Signer: JF

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-203.11

Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-5-203.11, Pf: Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities. 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. 1) Install a hand sink in back room with ice machine. Hand sink must have hot and cold water and drain to the sewer. Do not run drain line for hand sink to mop sink; use the floor sink or a direct line into the wall. Handwashing sinks must be centrally located, visible, and directly accessible within 25-feet of all food/beverage preparation, food/beverage dispensing and warewashing, wait stations, and similar workstation areas. Barriers must not physically and/or operationally obstruct the hand washing facility. Metal splashguards must be installed between the hand sink and food/ beverage/ utensil related areas within 24-inches of the hand sink. (FC §5- 203.11, MCEHC §8.1.8e (1)) Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-205.15

Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A), P: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law 2) Provide a dedicated water line to chemical dispenser at mop sink; it cannot be connected to mop sink faucet. 3) Have chemical company provide true unobstructed 1"air gaps for all chemical dispensers; flex gaps are not approved. 4) Have RPZ backflow for soda system tested (located at bag-in-box). Maintain certificate on site for inspection. Backflow must be tested yearly. 5) Install an in-line dual check (ASSE 1022) on water line to tea brewer. 6) Install an ASSE 1022 on water line to ice machine. 7) Elevate/secure drain lines under ice machine so they keep a minimum 1"air gap at floor sink. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-101.11

Repeat Violation Core-6-101.11, C: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas 8) Provide brighter light throughout walk-in cooler. Either relocate existing light fixture, or provide an additional light fixture centrally in the ceiling. Also provide a brighter bulb. 9) Repair rust damage inside walk-in cooler. Deep clean first and use a rust blocking paint such as rustoluem. Also refinish rusted leg of 3-compartment sink. 10) Flash off top of walk-in cooler to the ceiling - replace broken piece used for flashing. Do not use the top of the walk-in cooler for storage. 11) Replace missing ceiling tiles at water heater. 12) Seal gaps at electrical outlets in front service area (back wall), and all small holes in walls with caulk or silicone. 13) Repair wall damage at light fixtures in men?s restroom. 14) Replace clean out cover in men's restroom. 15) Provide cove base in both restrooms. Tooling in a 3/8"cove with siliconized grout or similar is acceptable. 16) Replace all floor and base tiles where missing or loose throughout establishment, namely at corner near back room. 17) Provide weather stripping at entrance, so that no light/gap is visible around door. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Oct 31, 2023RoutinecleanA°

OC Re-inspection. Met with Stephen. E&D Class 3 10+. Establishment open and operating. Correct the following items within 30 days:1) Install a hand sink in back room with ice machine. Hand sink must have hot and cold water and drain to the sewer. Do not run drain line for hand sink to mop sink; use the floor sink or a direct line into the wall.2) Provide a dedicated water line to chemical dispenser at mop sink; it cannot be connected to mop sink faucet.3) Have chemical company provide true unobstructed 1” air gaps for all chemical dispensers; flex gaps are not approved.4) Have RPZ backflow for soda system tested (located at bag-in-box). Maintain certificate on site for inspection. Backflow must be tested yearly.5) Install an in-line dual check (ASSE 1022) on water line to tea brewer. 6) Install an ASSE 1022 on water line to ice machine.7) Elevate/secure drain lines under ice machine so they keep a minimum 1” air gap at floor sink.8) Provide brighter light throughout walk-in cooler. Either relocate existing light fixture, or provide an additional light fixture centrally in the ceiling. Also provide a brighter bulb.9) Repair rust damage inside walk-in cooler. Deep clean first and use a rust blocking paint such as rustoluem. Also refinish rusted leg of 3-compartment sink.10) Flash off top of walk-in cooler to the ceiling – replace missing piece used for flashing. Do not use the top of the walk-in cooler for storage.11) Replace missing ceiling tiles at water heater.12) Seal gaps at electrical outlets in front service area (back wall), and all small holes in walls with caulk or silicone.13) Repair wall damage at light fixtures in men’s restroom.14) Replace clean out cover in men’s restroom.15) Provide cove base in both restrooms. Tooling in a 3/8” cove with siliconized grout or similar is acceptable.16) Replace all floor and base tiles where missing or loose throughout establishment, namely at corner near back room.17) Provide weather stripping at entrance, so that no light/gap is visible around door. No County legal action will result from this inspection. However, failure to correct the above items may result in County legal action being requested. 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-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Report emailed.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: SG

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 →