Routine Inspection
Sep 3, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 3, 2026 · Original Source
Santa Clara County, CA
Amber Elementary School
3500 Amber Dr
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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
5 inspectionsRoutine Inspection
Sep 3, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
minorCode K44Pests
Official wording
Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
Inspector’s notes
Observed two separate holes that are about 1 inch in diameter near the right side of ceiling in the first walk in area of dry storage. [CA] Eliminate gap greater than 1/4'' to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode K36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Observed the food handle touching the food surface in two containers (rice and flour containers). [CA] Store scoop handle in such a way that the handle does not come in direct contact with food to prevent contamination.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuescriticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Observed two door refrigeration unit at 48F with various PHF's with temperatures ranging from 45-48F.[CA]PHF shall be held at 41F or below at 135F or above.[SA]Perishable items were discarded and educated staff that non-perishable items can be stored in the refrigeration unit. The refrigeration unit needs to be fixed immediately. *Note: All the perishable items inside the unit were VC & D. View the VC & D report for additional information.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 3, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Apr 13, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
minorCode K29Chemicals
Official wording
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector’s notes
Observed ant/roach spray for household use only noted on shelf. [CA] House hold insecticides are not approved for commercial use. Remove from the facility. [COS]
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelycriticalCode K07Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Chicken sandwich and fish sticks measured between 125-130F in warmer unit. [CA] Maintain a minimum of 135F for hot holding at all times. Recommend to adjust temperature of warmer unit above 170F to compensate heat loss during packing and opening/closing of unit. [COS] Food was reheated to 165F.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 13, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Sep 3, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
minorCode K06Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
EMPTY SOAP DISPENSER AT THE HAND WASHING SINK. FACILITY IS USING PUMP SOAP. [CA] Provide hand washing cleanser in dispenser at hand wash stations at all times.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode K35Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
A TWO DOOR REFRIGERATION INSIDE THE KITCHEN IS MEASURED 60F. [CA] Repair/fix refrigeration so it should temp 41F and below. NOTE: FACILITY WAS AWARE OF IT AND WILL BE REPAIRING IT SOON. FACILITY WILL NOT USE THE FOOD FROM THAT FRIDGE.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 3, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Jan 22, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 22, 2025 · Original Source