Kiss the Chef Catering
A6340 S Rural Rd, Tempe 85283
Food Establishment - Food Catering · Permit FD-89903
Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
We last checked the county record 8 days ago (Sep 16, 2026). Any inspection since then would not appear here yet.
Score over time
Inspection history15 on record
2026
Jun 24, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.PIC is in the process of getting CFPM recertified. Email with exam voucher was sent. Bleach and first aid kit on site, emailed vomit and cleanup procedures.Consumer advisory document sent. Discussed examples provided on document.
Feb 17, 2026Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No active prep, facilities inspection.
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite during time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. PIC is currently in the process of renewing their certificate. 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. ***** 3rd 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
2025
Oct 2, 2025Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed that a vomit and diarrheal clean-up procedure is required to be maintained onsite at all times. Provided procedure via email.
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite during time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. PIC is currently in the process of renewing their certificate. 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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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
Observed the faucets at the three-compartment sink and the two-compartment sink leaking when turned on. Discussed with owner that the faucets need to be repaired and brought back into good condition. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
May 8, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. PIC's Certification expired a few months ago, they are working on getting re-certified. 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
Mar 20, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.1. PIC stated that they are in the process of renewing their Food Protection Manager Certificate. 2. No food production was happening at time of inspection, a facilities inspection was conducted.
2024
Nov 15, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Sep 25, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No food preparation occurring at time of inspection, facilities inspection was conducted. Reviewed cooking and holding temperatures with PIC.
Mar 28, 2024RoutinecleanA°
Facilities inspection, as location is not doing food preparation at the current time.Met with Chef Ed, and emailed report and confirmed email.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to staff about sewer pipes, and test strips.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: Not Participating,Signer: Edward Farmer
Mar 27, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Made appointment with Chef for an inspection tomorrow (3-28-24) at 4pm.
2023
Oct 31, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had no Priority, no Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed report to Ed.Reviewed illness policy with the manager. and provided a copy of FDA form 1B. 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: Edward Farmer
Oct 24, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Left phone message requesting current status and when an inspection may be conducted.
Oct 23, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Establishment not accessible at time of inspection. Lights were out and no one was present.
Oct 11, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Emailed the operator to arrange a time for an inspection.
Jul 25, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Establishment confirmed to be closed by PIC, between June-July for vacation. Months of operation adjustment is needed to reflect these changes.
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 16, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →