Discovery Time Child Care
A1425 W Southern Ave, Tempe 85282
Food Establishment - Daycare Food Service · Permit FD-23-05374
Score based on 11 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history11 on record
2026
Jun 24, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed and discussed: air gap rules below three compartment sink. Please verity air gap exists for all drains below three compartment sink. Replace old style toilet seat for u shaped one. No prep sink needed as long as no prep cutting vegetables or fruit. If prepping vegetables and fruits will require installing prep sink.
Apr 9, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed and discussed: cooking temperatures; vomit clean up procedures. Recommend: swapping main hand sink hot and cold water lines. Provided via email Maricopa County Vomit guide; 9 Food Allergy list.Dinner prepared at 4:15pm and served at 5pm.
2025
Sep 16, 2025RoutinecleanA
No violations noted at time of inspection.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jun 26, 2025Routine1 coreA
Discussed with the Director about ensuring that there is a PIC available during all hours of operation.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
*FOURTH CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* Boxes of cups and and steam table pans stored directly on the floor in the storage room. PIC stated that the items would be removed off of the floor. Ensure that EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, laundered LINENS, SINGLE-SERVICE, and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES are stored: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 4-903.11 (A) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles - Storing; Single-Use/Single-Service Items
Apr 8, 2025Routine2 coreA
Discussed clean up of accidents procedures and provided handout.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
*THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* The PIC is not a certified food protection manager. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible and kept at the establishment for all inspections. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection
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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
Inspector's notes
*THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* Multiple boxes of cups, bowls, and steam table pans stored directly on the floor in the storage room. PIC stated that the items would be removed off of the floor. Ensure that EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, laundered LINENS, SINGLE-SERVICE, and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES are stored: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 4-903.11 (A) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles - Storing; Single-Use/Single-Service Items
2024
Dec 16, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Dec 12, 2024Routine1 priority3 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
*SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* The PIC is not a certified food protection manager. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible and kept at the establishment for all inspections. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection
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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
Inspector's notes
*SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* Multiple boxes of cups stored directly on the floor in the storage room. PIC stated that the items would be removed off of the floor. Ensure that EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, laundered LINENS, SINGLE-SERVICE, and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES are stored: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 4-903.11 (A) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles - Storing; Single-Use/Single-Service Items
Inspector's notes
Establishment recently purchased a homestyle freezer for establishment food that is stored in the storage room area. Ensure that the unit is replaced with a NSF (ANSI) approved commercial unit. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-201.11 - Core: Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength
Inspector's notes
The hub drain under the sanitizer compartment does not provide an air gap. Provide 1” air gap from the end of the discharge pipe to the flood rim of the hub drain. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13 - Priority: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap
Sep 12, 2024Routine3 coreA
Discussed with the PIC about ensuring that the items noted in the OC Inspection were corrected prior to the next routine inspection: The hub drain under the sanitizer compartment does not provide an air gap. Provide 1” air gap from the end of the discharge pipe to the flood rim of the hub drain.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
The PIC is not a certified food protection manager. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible and kept at the establishment for all 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
Inspector's notes
Multiple boxes of cups stored directly on the floor in the storage room. PIC stated that the items would be removed off of the floor. Ensure that EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, laundered LINENS, SINGLE-SERVICE, and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES are stored: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 4-903.11 (A) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles - Storing; Single-Use/Single-Service Items
Inspector's notes
There is excess rust along bottom and shelves in the reach in cooler to the left of the stove. Ensure that equipment is maintained in good repair. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Aug 5, 2024Routine1 priority2 coreB
Discussed with the PIC about ensuring that the items noted in the OC Inspection were corrected prior to the next routine inspection: The hub drain under the sanitizer compartment does not provide an air gap. Provide 1” air gap from the end of the discharge pipe to the flood rim of the hub drain.Provided the PIC with date marking handout.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Two opened packages of bologna with no date marks in the reach in cooler to the right of the stove. PIC stated that the bologna was opened 2 weeks prior and discarded. Package of turkey deli meat with expiration date of 7-25-24. PIC discarded-see embargo form. Ensure that ready to eat PHF/TCS foods are properly date marked for use within seven days and are disposed of when date mark/expiration date has been surpassed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Multiple boxes of cups stored directly on the floor in the storage room. PIC stated that the items would be removed off of the floor. Ensure that EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, laundered LINENS, SINGLE-SERVICE, and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES are stored: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-903.11 (A) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles - Storing; Single-Use/Single-Service Items
Inspector's notes
There is excess rust along bottom and shelves in the reach in cooler to the left of the stove. Ensure that equipment is maintained in good repair. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Jan 5, 2024RoutinecleanA°
OC re-inspection was conducted with the manager, Lauren C. Most items note in the last report had been addressed.Please address the following items prior to the routine inspection:1. Noted the drainpipes from the hand sink is separated from the drainpipe for 3-comp sink. However, the hub drain under the sanitizer compartment does not provide an air gap. Provide 1” air gap from the end of the discharge pipe to the flood rim of the hub drain. Please send a photo of the drainpipe after complete.2. Provide additional dry storage shelving. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Auto-emailed the report to owner.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Lauren Coley
2023
Nov 9, 2023Routine1 priority5 coreB°
Daycare food serviceOC inspection was conducted with the owner, Lauren C. Owner is a certified food protection manager. The establishment is open and operating.Permit is approved.Reviewed menu and noted raw chicken and ground beef are inside the reach-in refrigerator. The establishment does not have a type 1 hood. Discussed revise menu and food process or obtain self-contained oven / hood with ansul system should the owners wants to cook animal protein from raw.The establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and has 1 Priority violation and 0 Priority Foundation violation.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report is auto-emailed to owner.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 call 602-506-6824 or submit an administrative change request form at the below website: Form Center • Maricopa County, AZ • CivicEngage This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Lauren Coley
Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected __ Noted light can be seen from the inside under exterior doors. Please provide / replace door sweep and weather stripping at any exterior door that has not been sealed properly. Repair/ replace threshold at exterior doors as needed. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-3-307.11, C: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination _ Noted hand sink does not have side splashguards on both sides of the sink. The 3-comp sink is 3 inches from the drop-in hand sink and plating area is on the same countertop. Provide side splashguards on the hand sink. Splashguards must be at the height of the faucet and length of the sink. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-3-302.15 , C: Washing Fruits and Vegetables _ Noted 2 whole heads of lettuce and a tub of whole un-washed strawberries inside the reach-in refrigerator next to the cook top. Menu also has fresh citrus, cucumber, etc. The establishment does not have a food prep sink. Per owner, they are not installing a food prep sink and will obtain pre-cut/ pre-wash vegetables and fruits. Instructed owner to remove the whole fruits and un-cut vegetables out of premises. Correct By: At Once
Core-4-202.16, C: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces __ Noted can goods stored on un-finished wooden shelving units and manufacture's protective film on stainless steel surface on reach-in refrigerator had not been removed since purchase. Remove the film to provide smooth surface. Provide several coats of semi-gloss or high-gloss paint on the wooden shelving units inside the storage area. Core-4-101.11 (B-E), C: Characteristics-Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable __ Noted the walls around the outdoor mop sink is stucco and the butcher block table next to the oven in the kitchen is worn and had not been refinished. Provide new finish for the butcher block table or replace with hard/ solid surface table. Provide ceramic tiles, stainless steel or float the surface with stucco to smooth then provide several coats of marine grade sealant to walls around the mop sink. Secure the mop sink so the children cannot access and put soil and wood chips in the mop sink. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13, P: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap _ Noted the hand sink and the 3-comp sink is sharing the same drainpipe and directly connected to the sewer. Indirect drainpipe is required for the 3-comp sink. Provide pictures of hub drain and riser to owners. __Provide separate drainpipes for the hand sink and the 3-comp sink. __ Provide a hub/ funnel drain or a riser for the sanitizer compartment of the 3-comp sink. Ensure there is a minimum 1" air gap from the top of flood rim to the discharge port of the sanitizer sink. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Core-5-203.12, C: Toilets and Urinals __ Replace the toilet seat in the staff's restroom with open front toilet seat. Core-6-202.14, C: Toilet Rooms, Enclosed __ Staff's restroom's door is not self-closing. Please provide self-closer or self-closing hinges. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine 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 →