Inspection Report

Business Name
Merci French Cafe
Business Address
7620 E INDIAN SCHOOL RD SCOTTSDALE AZ 85251
Permit Number
FD-35156
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
10/13/2023
Grade
Not Participating
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 28

Repeat Violation

Description: Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly Stored

Comments:

Priority Foundation-7-202.11, Pf: Restriction-Presence and Use

At time of inspection, observed several cans of raid and hot shot insect killer spray. All pesticides must be applied by a certified applicator. Reviewed pest control with owner. Owner will take these home at the end of the day.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Violation #: 38

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

Core-6-501.111 (A-B, D), C: Controlling Pests; Monitoring

Observed 10+ flies around the mop sink and 3 compartment sink. Establishment should be kept free of insects and should be monitored for any places that may attract or harbor pests. Please continue to monitor the flies and ensure that the pest control company is also aware of the issue.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Violation #: 47

Repeat Violation

Description: Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and Used

Comments:

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment

In the kitchen, observed gaskets falling off and tearing on a few of the fridge doors. Gaskets should be kept in good repair. Please have these replaced.

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

Violation #: 48

Description: Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test Strips

Comments:

Priority Foundation-4-302.14, Pf: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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.

At time of inspection, establishment was unable to find any testing strips for chlorine (Bleach) Sanitizer. Other owner was at the store and had purchased test strips prior to the end of inspection. Testing strips are required to be kept available at all times.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspection report emailed.
Notes:
Discussed repairing the rubber covings along the walls in the dishwashing area.
Observed a dog friendly patio sign in the doorway. Establishment has not been approved by the department for a
dog friendly patio. Please submit an application online to apply for a dog friendly patio. Rules and link to application
were sent to owner.

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: 3,Signer: Duc L.

"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.