Sweet Land Cake
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
86
Score
Going back to 2024, Sweet Land Cake has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 25, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit.
“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Sweet Land Cake trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a bottle of rodent pest control spray on floor by oven. PIC stated she does not have a pest control company. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection
7-202.12(C)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
86
Aug 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Previously served food offered to another consumer
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 5 gallon container of chocolate with large spoon sticking out of the container and covered with a garbage bag under plastic lid cut out for the spoon. Person in charge (PIC) stated item is melted and used to refill a chocolate fountain. The 5 gallon container of chocolate had been sold to a customer for at home use with the unused chocolate returned to the bakery. PIC stated returned chocolate would be reused or resold. Returned food may not be re-used or re-served. PIC discarded container of returned chocolate at time of inspection
3-306.14
Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed can of raid on shelf with baking pans. PIC stated raid pesticide is used around the doors. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection
7-202.12(C)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels or hand drying provision available at hand sink and bathroom at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Cooking or baking equipment not cleaned every 24 hours
Inspector notes: Observed dough roller with built up dried dough and microwave to have food debris. The food-contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-602.12
64
Mar 21, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap at handwash sink in kitchen. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager present at establishment at time of inspection. 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 food debris on all fridge and freezer doors in kitchen as well as oven door. Kitchen floor had dirt accumulation as well as small amounts of litter underneath shelving unit. 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
82
Oct 8, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food package damaged or integrity compromised
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several pots and containers of baking cream covered with retail grocery bags, with bags directly in contact with food. Recommended to person in charge to use food grade plastic wrap to cover containers instead of grocery bags. Person in charge stated they were going to be thrown away today and voluntarily discarded items
3-202.15
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sweet Land Cake last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sweet Land Cake on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sweet Land Cake?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sweet Land Cake.
How does Sweet Land Cake compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Sweet Land Cake most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Sweet Land Cake's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sweet Land Cake have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sweet Land Cake 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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