Inspection Report

Business Name
Postino

Business Address
8749 S RURAL RD TEMPE AZ 85284

Permit Number
FD-79326

Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection

Inspection Date
4/16/2024

Grade
Not Participating

Priority Violation
1

Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 16

Description: Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and Sanitized

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.

>>>Observed less than 150ppm quaternary ammonium (quat) sanitizer in 3-compartment sink actively being used. PIC drained and refilled 3-compartment sink to proper quat sanitizer levels between 200-400 ppm quat at the time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 38

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected

>>>Observed large front door and the patio bar garage doors open and the air curtains not turned on. Discussed with PIC outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Discussed if the doors are to remain open the air curtain shall be on and fully functioning. PIC turned on air curtains at the time of inspection.

Corrected at time of inspection

Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

>>>Observed many flying insects inside establishment. PIC provided pest inspection reports for the last 4 months. Discussed with PIC to eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection on 4-30-24. Frequency of pest control shall be as often as it is necessary to be effective.

Reinspection scheduled 4-30-24

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 41

Description: Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and Stored

Comments:

Core-3-304.14, C: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

>>>Observed sanitizer bucket in bar at less than 150 ppm Quat. PIC discarded and remade sanitizer bucket at time of inspection to bring sanitizer levels to 150-400 ppm Quat. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels with the PIC.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

>>>Observed missing caulking and organic matter buildup on the existing caulking at the two kitchen hand sinks. Discussed with PIC to clean the hand sinks and caulk along the wall and the splash guards.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.

Reinspection scheduled 4-30-24
Report sent via email
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.
No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Number of Employees: 1,Signer: Michael Brusnahan

"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.