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Del Piero @ Queen Creek Olive Company

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25062 S Meridian Rd, Queen Creek 85142

Food Establishment - Food Catering · Permit FD-31804

Score based on 13 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

96
Excellent

Queen Creek restaurant avg: 94

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Sep 26, 2023 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Dec 11, 2023 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Mar 4, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jul 26, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Aug 6, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Aug 16, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 20, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Apr 8, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 24, 2025 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 5, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 26, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 25, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 18, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history13 on record

2026

Jun 18, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to staff about new coffee shop area, new misters, time control for dairy products and covers for customer open food.

Mar 25, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to manager about food grade vs non-food grade bags in the facility.

2025

Nov 26, 2025RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to staff about new coffee area that has starting operating.

Nov 5, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

Jul 24, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to staff about permit types, grease traps, and hand sink requirements.

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Observed employee at dish area going from dirty to clean dishes. Manager talked to staff about handwashing, and immediately washing hands. Ensure that hand washing occurs at the hand sink when going from dirty to clean tasks. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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.

Apr 8, 2025Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

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

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-403.11

Inspector's notes

Several open drinks and employee personal items were found in the prep areas. Employee drinks must have lids and straws, and all personal items must be stored in designated areas. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-403.11 - Core: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking

2024

Nov 20, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

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

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority foundation3-501.17

Inspector's notes

Meatballs and chicken that were cooked two to three days before this inspection, per cook, were in the walk-in cooler without date marks.

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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. 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. Predefined Comment: All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. Predefined Comment: RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). 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. Addl Notes: Large container of roasted garlic (made in-house), cut, and seasoned tomato slices had date marks of 11/11-11/18. Sliced ham had a discard date of 11/19. Predefined Comment: All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Aug 16, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Per the manager, pest control is performed weekly. A service report for 8/15/24 was provided. Sensors have been installed to monitor any activity.

Aug 6, 2024Re-Inspection1 foundationB°

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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-202.16

Inspector's notes

Small gaps were observed at the garage rollup doors in the warehouse. Seal all outer openings. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Addl Notes: Observed rodent droppings in the warehouse. 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 on 8/16/24. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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6-202.16 - Core: Exterior Walls and Roofs, Protective Barrier

Jul 26, 2024Routine1 foundationB°

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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-202.16

Inspector's notes

Small gaps were observed at the garage rollup doors in the warehouse. Seal all outer openings. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Addl Notes: Observed rodent droppings, mainly in the warehouse and a few in the kitchen area. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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6-202.16 - Core: Exterior Walls and Roofs, Protective Barrier

Mar 4, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered by email and inspection rights signed for by Ray B. 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-181.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA-RLC ,Signer: Ray B.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.11

Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: 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. Observed hand sink close to back hallway without soap. Discussed having all hand sinks stocked with soap and towels at all times. PIC filled dispenser with soap. 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 hand sink on front line blocked by a cart. Discussed not blocking a hand sink in any way and PIC moved cart. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Dec 11, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

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.Report delivered by email and inspection rights signed for by Michael B. 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-181.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Michael Breci

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

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 hand sink in baking room with knife in the basin of sink. Discussed not setting anything down in a hand sink and not using it for any other purpose. Chef removed knife from sink. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection From Cross Contamination. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination. Observed raw shell eggs above brussels sprouts in make table on the line. Cook moved eggs to another cooler. Discussed proper storage and not having eggs above any RTE foods. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Sep 26, 2023Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered by email and inspection rights signed for by Linda V. 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-181.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Linda Valente

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-102.11

Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers Observed bottle of sanitizer by soda machine without label. Discussed labeling all chemicals to prevent misuse. Had PIC label bottle. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Observed multiple scoops in dry ingredient bins laying down in food as well as a sifter for sugar. Removed sifter and placed all scoops with handles up. Discussed leaving scoops with handles up to prevent contamination. 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 →