Inspection Report

Business Name
Bamboo Bakery

Business Address
1619 E MONTE VISTA RD PHOENIX AZ 85006

Permit Number
FD-26313

Permit Type
Food Establishment - Bakery

Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection

Inspection Date
4/21/2025

Grade
Not Participating

Priority Violation
0

Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 6

Description: Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

Comments:

2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco Addl Notes: Observed Person in charge (PIC) drinking beverage without a lid or straw in the food prep area. To ensure food safety, prevent physical contamination and the transmission of disease; employee eating, drinking, beverage storage, and using tobacco must be done in an approved area. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Violation #: 10

Description: Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible

Comments:

6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: 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. Addl Notes: Observed handwash sink not stocked with disposable towels. Cotton reusable towel was present for hand drying. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Person in charge provided paper towels at the time of inspection. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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. Addl Notes: Observed handwash sink near the three-bay compartment sink blocked by several items. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Discussed with Person in charge (PIC) that if a handwashing sink is in use, it cannot be blocked. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

6-301.14 - Core: Handwashing Signage. 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. Addl Notes: Observed no signage posted by the handwashing sinks near the 3-bay compartment sink and in the middle of the room. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Violation #: 38

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests Addl Notes: Observed dead hummingbird on chemical storage rack next to the three-bay compartment sink. Dead animals must be removed promptly to prevent the attraction of pest infestations. Spoke with Person in charge about removing dead animals. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Violation #: 39

Repeat Violation

Description: Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and Display

Comments:

3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises Addl Notes: Observed tubs of non-dairy frosting on floor outside of walk-in cooler. Spoke with Person In charge about getting risers for raising food items off of the floor to prevent contamination from the premises. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises.

Violation #: 49

Repeat Violation

Description: Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Clean

Comments:

4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Addl Notes: Observed cooking equipment with leftover food debris, dust and dirt present in the kitchen. Spoke with PIC about cleaning frequency. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris." Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Addl Notes: Observed considerable amounts of dust, dirt, and dried up food throughout the premises. Spoke with PIC about cleaning frequency and the prevention of attracting pests. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Violation #: 54

Description: Garbage/Refuse Properly Disposed; Facilities Maintained

Comments:

5-501.115 - Core: Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures Addl Notes: Storage areas must be maintained and free of unnecessary items and clean. Observed inaccessible storage room due to overcrowding of un-used equipment, supplies, and storage materials (cardboard boxes). Spoke with PIC about cleaning up unnecessary items. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed Addl Notes: Observed Wall coving detached from the wall base underneath the three-compartment sink. Spoke with PIC about re-attaching coving in order to make it easily cleanable and prevent further damage. Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: Observed excess of dust, dirt, and food debris throughout the facility. Spoke with PIC about cleaning facilities prior to next inspection. Predefined Comment: 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.

Violation #: 56

Description: Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas Used

Comments:

6-403.11 - Core: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking Addl Notes: Observed raw meat, vegetables, and other personal food items stored intermixed in the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer with items for business operations. Personal food items must be kept separate and away to prevent contamination. Spoke with PIC about designating an area in the freezer and cooler for personal food storage. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Comments/Details

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

"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.
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.