Inspection Report
Pomo Pizzeria
705 N 1ST ST PHOENIX AZ 85004
FD-31971
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Food Routine Inspection
3/20/2024
Not Participating
1
Completed
Violations
Violation #: 23
Repeat Violation
Description: Proper Date Marking and Disposition
Comments:
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18, P: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Disposition. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.---Observed a container of cooked pasta having a date marking of 3/13. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of the pasta at the time of inspection. Discussed how all time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be dated if kept past 24 hours and only kept for no more than 7 days (first day made/prepared/opened +6 days after).
Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Violation #: 38
Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present
Comments:
Core-6-202.13, C: Insect Control Devices, Design and Installation---Observed an insect control device installed over a food prep area. person in charge states they will move it as soon as possible. Discussed the importance of not having any insect control device over any food or food preparation areas to prevent any contamination.
Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Violation #: 55
Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean
Comments:
Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods---Observed the wall where the dishwashing area is located having numerous holes. Person in charge states they are in the works of getting it repaired. Discussed the importance of having all walls in the establishment smooth and easily cleanable.
Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Comments/Details
A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # [21], [3-501.18], which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.
Reviewed when to wash procedures.
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspection rights accepted by Robbie M.
Inspection report emailed and confirmed by person in charge.
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-RequestForm-181.
Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 1,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Robbie M.
"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.