Magic Touch Catering

9343 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Catering
License: Food Establishment - Food Catering
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Magic Touch Catering nine times, with records going back to 2024. On Jan 14, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

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

Compared to other Scottsdale restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 corrected on site.
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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: On cook line, employee touched trash can several times with gloved hands and continued working with food product without a proper handwash. In prep area, another employee touched trash can several times then began handling food containers with same gloved hands. Instructed both employees to remove gloves, wash hands, and don new gloves to continue with tasks. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands are to be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination
2-301.14
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In both walk in cooler, TCS foods (cooked proteins, cooked vegetables) without proper date marks. Per employees, TCS foods were prepared the previous day. Employee provided preparation dates on TCS foods at time of inspection. RTE (ready to eat)/TCS (time control for food safety) foods requiring date marking are to be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.17
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In walk in cooler, cooked vodka sauce/ 45*F-55*F prepared and cooling in covered container >6 inches deep. Employee portioned vodka sauce to shallow uncovered container to continue the cooling process. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means
3-501.15(A)
70
Nov 12, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The person in charge onsite is not a certified food manager. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food thawed using improper method
Inspector notes: In the walk-in cooler, observed vacuum packaged salmon labeled to remove seafood from package before thawing. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. Follow label instructions and remove the seafood from the vacuum package while thawing
3-501.13
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed some produce boxes and packaged food items stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler, freezer, and kitchen. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises
3-305.11
86
Aug 26, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The person in charge onsite is not a certified food manager. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed some produce boxes and packaged food items stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler and freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises
3-305.11
90
Jun 2, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A certified food manager was not on site during prep time. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food Preparation
Inspector notes: Observed staff using 3-compartment warewashing sink to prepare raw chicken. Use the dedicated food prep sink to minimize risk of cross-contamination
3-305.14
90
May 29, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 3, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: In walk-in cooler and freezer, observed some cases of food stored on floor. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Elevate on approved shelving as needed
3-305.11
95
Nov 19, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
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Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In sanitizer bucket, observed observed quaternary ammonium concentration over 500ppm. The bucket is used to store wiping cloths which are, per staff, used to wipe kitchen food contact surfaces. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection. Advised PIC to have quaternary ammonium sanitizer dispenser calibrated as needed
7-204.11
Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee's outerwear hung on shelving with clean wares. The jacket was removed to prevent possible contamination of the clean wares
6-501.110
82
Aug 12, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
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No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The person-in-charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: In the walk-in freezer, observed cases of food and a plastic food container on the floor. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises
3-305.11
90
Aug 7, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Magic Touch Catering last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Magic Touch Catering on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Magic Touch Catering?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Magic Touch Catering.

How does Magic Touch Catering compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?

Magic Touch Catering most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.

Has Magic Touch Catering's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Magic Touch Catering have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Magic Touch Catering means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.