The Local Caterer
A3215 S Sossaman Rd, Mesa 85212
Food Establishment - Food Catering · Permit FD-82697
Score based on 13 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 23, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history13 on record
2026
Sep 2, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted. Inspection report emailed.
Jul 16, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted. Inspection report emailed.
Apr 8, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection. Inspection report emailed.
2025
Oct 30, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 19, 2025Routine1 priorityB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed pre-portioned meals with grilled chicken, green beans and rice with an internal temperature of 122*F in upright warmer. PIC stated food had been in warmer for less than 1 hour would be served within 1 hour. Discussed options for using time as a control for food safety or increasing temperature of upright warmer.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding. 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.
Jun 3, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Feb 25, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Nov 7, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 23, 2024Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed syrup spill on floor and grease build up behind grill area and fryer. Please clean prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Inspector's notes
Observed lettuce, pasta salad, potatoe salad, and meatballs cooling in walk-in cooler enclosed in saran wrap. PIC removed plastic at time of inspection. When cooling please leave uncovered until temperature reaches 41*f to allow proper air flow.
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3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Apr 25, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation on this inspection.Emailed reportInspection report emailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Josh Bakken
Jan 13, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation on this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.Inspected at the 29th Annual Chandler Multicultural Festival (SPE-23-0775)Inspection report emailed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 11,Number of Employees: 1,Signer: Josh Bakken
2023
Dec 13, 2023Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
This establishment received an B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Emailed reportNo 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: B,Signer: Josh Bakken
Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. 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 both handwashing sinks without any paper towels. PIC re-stocked at time of inspection. Ensure all handwashing sinks are fully stocked with soap and paper towels at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Sep 28, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report was delivered via email.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,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Josh Bakken
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 23, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →