Inspection Report

Business Name
Pizza Hut
Business Address
1217 E US HIGHWAY 85 BUCKEYE AZ 85326
Permit Number
FD-18492
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
1/22/2024
Grade
B
Priority Violation
1
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 16

Repeat Violation

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. - Soda nozzles observed with syrup residue build up on their internal surfaces. Discussed cleaning methods with PIC. Nozzles will be cleaned ASAP. Please clean in a manner and frequency that prevents build up of residues, debris, and/or organic matter.

Repeat Violations: 2nd,Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Violation #: 51

Description: Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A), P: Approved System - Mop sink is not draining and has black water stuck in the basin. PIC stated an employee had poured oil down the drain which caused it to clog up and have a slow drain. The drain was slow until today when it appears to have been clogged. PIC stated a work order is in place to have the drain cleared. Mop water will be poured down floor sink at 3 compartment sink until the mop sink is repaired. Please have the mop sink repaired prior to re-inspection within 3 days.

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained - AVB at mop sink is missing its protective cap. Please repair prior to next routine inspection. ***3rd consecutive violation***

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 55

Repeat Violation

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability - Coved base near on both sides of walk-in door entrance have gaps between them and the wall. The same type of gap is present on coved base on opposite wall of the office area. FRP wall panel near back door is flexing away from the wall and debris is accumulating behind. Corner panels that have recently been repaired near food prep sink are still missing coved base and the lower internal wall is exposed. Caulking at main hand wash station is beginning to crack away from the wall. Caulking at mop sink has small holes exposing the gap between the basin and wall. Ceiling panel above water heater has spaces around pipes exposing the internal ceiling. Please have these areas repaired prior to next routine inspection.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Comments/Details

This establishment received a B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.

Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees within 5 business days. Remodel includes salad (diced tomato, chopped lettuce, crumble scramble egg, etc) and hot bars (marinara sauce) with new floor drains below them, keg cooler, and small glass-front cooler (currently just used for glass cups). You can apply online at https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Food-Establishment-Permit-Application-Pe-307

Discussed hand wash station procedures and numbers/placement in regards to new salad bars and preparation areas.

The Inspection Report was emailed and confirmed to have been received at time of 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 website
https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.

Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.



Award: B,Email Sent: CHECKED,Request Notes: Hold for Review,Request Review: CHECKED,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Kathy Osorio

"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.
Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.