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Jack in the Box

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13860 W Camelback Rd, Litchfield Park 85340

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-48161

Score based on 6 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

98
Excellent

Litchfield Park restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Sep 6, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 10, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 26, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 22, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Nov 12, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)May 14, 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 history6 on record

2026

May 14, 2026RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Nov 12, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed sanitizer concentration requirements with PIC.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed tomato slicer stored as clean with dried food debris on the food-contact surfaces at time of inspection. Discussed cleaning procedures for food-contact surfaces with PIC. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. 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.

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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.

May 22, 2025Routine3 coreA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: date marking

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed cutting board panels on prep line near window with heaving scoring and deep grooves, making it difficult to properly clean. Person in charge to place a work order to have paneling replaced. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces 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. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. 4-201.11 - Core: Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength Addl Notes: Observed hot holding counter in disrepair with heavy cracking, separation from foundation, and deterioration of sealant. Person in charge to place a work order for replacement. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 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.

#53 — Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, CleanCore6-501.18

Inspector's notes

Observed dirty plumbing fixtures (hand sink, urinal, toilet seat) in men's restroom with an accumulation of organic build up surrounding basin. Person in charge to coach and assign staff on cleaning and cleaning frequency. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.18 - Core: Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures Predefined Comment: All plumbing fixtures (handwash sinks, urinals, and toilets) must be maintained clean. Clean prior to next routine inspection. 5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered Addl Notes: Observed stall in women's restroom with receptacle without lid. Person in charge to place receptacle with lid in stall soon. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Predefined Comment: Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed debris, and accumulation of food residue behind, under, and on equipment throughout facility. Person in charge to assign person to begin deep cleaning tasks. 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.

2024

Sep 26, 2024RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed monitoring of cold holding and minor facility repairs and cleaning

Apr 10, 2024RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed time as a control restrictions and practices. Also discussed best cooling methods and plumbing maintenanceThe inspection Report was printed and given to PIC at the establishment at time of inspection. Visit our Active Managerial Control Toolbox webpage for helpful handouts and information to promote food safety in your establishmenthttps://esd.maricopa.gov/4533/English-AMC-ToolboxOn 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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Alma Hernandez

2023

Sep 6, 2023RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed AVB maintenance at mop sink.The inspection Report was printed and given to PIC at the establishment at time of inspection. Visit our Active Managerial Control Toolbox webpage for helpful handouts and information to promote food safety in your establishmenthttps://esd.maricopa.gov/4533/English-AMC-ToolboxOn 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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Alma Hernandez

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →