Kiss the Chef Catering

6340 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283
Catering
License: Food Establishment - Food Catering
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Kiss the Chef Catering has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Kiss the Chef Catering was last inspected on Feb 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Among Tempe restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite during time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. PIC is currently in the process of renewing their certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Oct 2, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite during time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. PIC is currently in the process of renewing their certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the faucets at the three-compartment sink and the two-compartment sink leaking when turned on. Discussed with owner that the faucets need to be repaired and brought back into good condition. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
90
May 8, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. PIC's Certification expired a few months ago, they are working on getting re-certified. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Mar 20, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 15, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 12, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 25, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kiss the Chef Catering last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kiss the Chef Catering on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kiss the Chef Catering?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kiss the Chef Catering.

How does Kiss the Chef Catering compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Kiss the Chef Catering most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tempe average of 95.

Has Kiss the Chef Catering's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kiss the Chef Catering have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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