Inspection Report
Zest Market
2801 E THOMAS RD PHOENIX AZ 85016
FD-06963
Food Establishment - Retail Food
Food Routine Inspection
5/7/2024
Not Participating
0
Completed
Violations
Violation #: 16
Description: Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and Sanitized
Comments:
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. >>>>> Upon inspection of back office area, observed an in use ice machine. Confirmed with owner that the ice machine was used to create ice for the soda machine at the front of the store. Upon inspection of ice machine, observed dark green, slimy, organic like matter growing behind the back flap. When moving ice out of the way to get a better view, observed chunks of ice with organic like material attached to it. Instructed owner on how organic matter will build up regardless of the filtration used, as long as it has a damp cool place to grow. Owner stated they would drain and clean in place the ice machine within the next 24hrs and would stop stocking the ice machine in the front.
Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Violation #: 51
Description: Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices
Comments:
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained >>>>> Observed an air gap floor drain for ice machine. Outflow nozzle was deep in the in floor drain, not at least 1" above the floor drain. Showed the owner the floor drain. PIC stated was unaware there was a requirement for the air gap. Instructed the owner to raise the air gap to at least 1" above the floor drain. Owner stated they would get their plumber out as soon as possible.
Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Comments/Details
Instructed owner on proper cleaning of ice machine to remove organic like matter behind the flap. Instructed owner on proper air gap spacing to prevent back up contamination of water line.
Copy of inspection report emailed to PIC.
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
At Office: N,Award: Not Participating,Food Handler Cards: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Number of Employees: 1,Printed In Spanish: N,Revoke / Suspend: N,Signer: Faris Hormoza
"A" for Food Safety
Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.
How does it work?
The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.
How can I determine the grade?
The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.
Definitions
- Priority Violation
- Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
- Priority Foundation Violation
- Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
- Core Violation
- Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
- Cutting Edge Program
- All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.
| Violation Category | Grade A | Grade B | Grade B | Grade B | Grade B | Grade B | Grade B | Grade B | Grade C | Grade C | Grade C | Grade C | Grade C | Grade C | Grade D | Grade D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | more than 2 | more than 3 |
| Priority Foundation | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | more than 3 | more than 0 |
Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.