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Jimmy John's

A

818 S Watson Rd, Buckeye 85326

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-79241

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

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

95
Excellent

Buckeye restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Nov 2, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 16, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Nov 4, 2024 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Apr 24, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Oct 6, 2025 — Routine — score 83 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jun 25, 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

Jun 25, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.

2025

Oct 6, 2025Routine1 priority2 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

At the time of inspection, the establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager on site. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *2nd consecutive violation

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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

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

At the time of inspection, the establishment did not have any chemical sanitizer on site. Per manager, the establishment ran out of the quaternary ammonia based sanitizer they typically use. Food-contact surfaces be shall properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. The manager left the establishment, purchased chlorine bleach, and returned at the time of inspection. Reviewed the proper concentration range and contact time while using chlorine bleach with the manager. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed multiple plumbing deficiencies throughout the establishment. Observed water leaking from underneath the "wash" basin of the 3-compartment sink. In addition, observed drain pipe plumbing underneath the 3-compartment sink with significant rust and corrosion. The establishment shall repair any leaks and plumbing that is in disrepair. Observed the chemical dispenser at the mop sink attached at the main faucet. The establishment shall provide a separate, dedicated water line for their chemical dispenser to prevent any potential cross contamination. In addition, observed the toilet located in the women's restroom in disrepair. Per manager, the toilet will not flush. The establishment shall repair/correct all plumbing deficiencies by the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *4th consecutive violation

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Repeat Violation 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Apr 24, 2025Routine3 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed the scheduling of repairs for the floor tiles around the grease interceptor with the manager.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

At the time of inspection the establishment did not have a staff member with a Food Protection Manager Certification. Per manager, they were just promoted to a manager position the week prior. The establishment shall have a Certified Food Protection Manager on site during all operating hours. 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

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed multiple plumbing deficiencies at the establishment including "accordion-style" drainpipe at the hand sink, leaking drain plumbing at the 3-compartment sink, and a chemical dispenser attached downstream of an atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) backflow prevention device at the mop sink. The establishment shall replace the "accordion-style" drainpipe at the hand sink with one that is of a rigid material, repair the leaking plumbing at the 3-compartment sink, and provide a separate, dedicated water line for the chemical dispenser to prevent the failure of the AVB device. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *3rd consecutive violation

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Repeat Violation 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

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

Inspector's notes

Observed accumulation of dust, organic matter, and other food debris throughout the A/C fan, floor, and walls of the walk-in refrigerator. The establishment shall clean the walk-in refrigerator at a frequency to prevent the accumulation of dust and other debris. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *2nd consecutive violation

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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2024

Nov 4, 2024Routine3 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed segment of accordion-style flexible plumbing line at drain line underneath hand washing sink in sandwich prep/assembly area. Please ensure all drain lines are made of rigid material such as PVC pipe. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *2nd consecutive violation

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

#53 — Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, CleanCore5-501.17

Inspector's notes

Observed women's restroom without a covered receptacle provided for sanitary napkins. The women's restroom shall have a covered receptacle for the disposal of sanitary napkins. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

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

Inspector's notes

Observed accumulation of debris in the walk-in cooler along the floor. 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.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Apr 16, 2024Routine2 coreA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed procedure for cleaning up vomit/fecal matter with manager. Report emailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Email Sent: CHECKED,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Keith Warren

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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. Observed organic matter accumulation inside ice machine. The establishment shall clean the ice machine at a frequency to prevent the accumulation of organic matter and other soil. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Observed segment of accordion-style flexible plumbing line at drain line underneath hand washing sink in sandwich prep/assembly area. Please ensure all drain lines are made of rigid material such as PVC pipe. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Nov 2, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Joe B. Report e-mailed to manager.Inspector emphasized importance of ensuring that sanitizer test strips are kept in a location that is known to all staff so that sanitizer solutions can be tested at any time.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Joe Broughton

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Repeat Violation Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Observed segment of accordion-style flexible plumbing line at drain line underneath hand washing sink in sandwich prep/assembly area. Please ensure all drain lines are made of rigid material such as PVC pipe. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →