Jimmy John's

840 E Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Jimmy John's, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 11, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Tempe restaurant, which scores around 95. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Cross connection present or not corrected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed at mop sink by the office a not-in-use chemical dispenser that is directly connected with a hose a faucet with an AVB. Discussed to have a separate water line installed upstream from the AVB for the chemical dispenser in order to allow the AVB to operate without being under constant pressure. The faucet with the AVB should be able to be used independently of the chemical dispenser. This will prevent chemicals from being syphoned into the clean water supply. PIC disconnected at the time of inspection. Though one was not seen at time of inspection it was mentioned to PIC the installation/use of a Y-valve on a faucet with or without an AVB is prohibited due to, because the system is not designed, constructed and installed according to law. PIC disconnected at the time of inspection. PIC will communicate to the chemical installation company for a permanent fix and continue to disconnect the chemicals when not in use

5-205.12(A)

Jul 15, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 24, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed buildup of organic matter on soda nozzles in drink area. Soda nozzles must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter. Discussed cleaning frequency with the person in charge (PIC)

4-602.11(E)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leak from the faucet of the prep sink at time of inspection. Observed multiple leaks from the faucet of the 3-compartment sink at time of inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times

5-205.15(B)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on the premises at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Repeat violation: 2nd Consecutive

2-102.12(A)

Aug 24, 2024

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge was unable to produce a certified food protection manager certificate. A CFM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operations. Provide a CFM onsite by next routine inspection

2-102.12(A)

Aug 23, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed ambient temperature of the walk-in cooler at 44.6*F at time of inspection. Observed TCS food items in the walk-in cooler with temperatures between 44 to 47*F at time of inspection (See #22). Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below

4-301.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jimmy John's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jimmy John's on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jimmy John's?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jimmy John's.

How does Jimmy John's compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Jimmy John's most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Jimmy John's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jimmy John's have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jimmy John's 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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