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Jack in the Box

20385 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Jack in the Box has been inspected four times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 14, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Scottsdale restaurant, which scores around 95. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available at time of inspection. Please obtain additional CFPMs to provide coverage when the unit is in operation prior to next routine inspection. You can find a list of accredited certification providers one our website at https://www.maricopa.gov/631/Environmental-Services ***2nd consecutive violation***
2-102.12(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Heavy grease and oil buildup observed behind and below fryers and grill. Cookie crumbs and coffee grounds in cabinets and drawers near shake machine. Microwave on top-right also had debris on the internal ceiling. Please clean these areas in a manner and frequency that prevents accumulation of debris, residues, and organic matter
6-501.12
90
Jul 1, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- Sanitizer bucket for food contact surfaces/equipment, shake machine bottle for blender, and 3-compartment sink had quat sanitizer levels measuring above 400ppm. The quat sanitizer dispenser at 3-compartment sink is dispensing above the required concentration range between 150ppm-400ppm. At the time of inspection, the inspector requested the sanitizer be diluted to approved levels. The person in charge (PIC) stated a work order will be placed to repair automatic dispenser. Ensure employees are utilizing test strips to verify proper chemical sanitation ranges
7-204.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: -- Observed heavy accumulation of food debris and grease throughout the kitchen: cookie crumbs in drawers, heavy grease buildup behind fryer station, food debris in floor drains, multiple reach-in refrigerators and microwaves. 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
6-501.12
78
Jan 27, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 30, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -- Observed individual bowls of pre-portioned teriyaki chicken in the walk-in refrigerator with 9/20/2024 expiration label on the container. The person in charge (PIC) unsure exactly when the teriyaki chicken bowls were prepped and portioned out. At the time of inspection, the chicken was voluntarily discarded. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.18
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: -- Observed significant grease and debris buildup/spill behind fryers and other food equipment. 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
6-501.12
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jack in the Box last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jack in the Box on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jack in the Box?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jack in the Box.

How does Jack in the Box compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Jack in the Box most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Jack in the Box's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jack in the Box have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jack in the Box means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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