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Santa Clara County, CA

Costco Wholesale #1004 - Snack Bar

1709 Automation Py

Last inspected Apr 13, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

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2 inspections

Routine Inspection

Apr 13, 2026

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K33Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observed accumulation of dust on the fan covers inside the walk-in refrigerator. [CA] Keep fan covers clean to prevent dust from contaminating food.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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minorCode K48Other

Official wording

Plan review

Inspector’s notes

Per operators a new oven was added (MOFFAT TURBOFAN) and a soft serve machine was replaced (new model) approximately 2 months prior. Plan Check approval/documentation was not available for review. [CA] Prior to the installation of any new equipment, submittal is required to Plan Check. Note: inspector will follow up with facility in regards to Plan Check submittal deadline. For general inquiries or to schedule a consultation, site assessment, or plan check inspection, please email us at dehplancheck@deh.sccgov.org or call us at (408) 918-3400 Monday through Friday between 7:30am and 4:30pm. To assist you with technical questions, a Plan Checker is available by phone during these hours on a first come-first served basis Monday through Friday. Equipment must be finaled by plan check before use. For complete information on the Plan Check submittal process, go to ehinfo.org -> Food and Retail -> Plan Review for Restaurants, groceries, and other fixed food facilities

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Measured hot water at the 3-compartment sink to be 106F. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Apr 13, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Feb 13, 2025

Pass

3 recorded violations

minorCode K06Handwashing

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

At one of the rear handwash sinks: observed the paper towel dispenser was empty (note: a paper towel roll was stored on a nearby countertop). [CA] Keep the paper towel dispenser stocked at all times. Paper towels must be stored in a dispenser.

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.

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minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Measured hot water at the 3-compartment sink (116F) and prep sink (98F). Note: prep sink hot water temperature fluctuated between 100 - 117F then dropped to 98F. [CA] Provide hot water (120F) at these sinks.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

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criticalCode K08Other

Official wording

Time as a public health control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

Per PIC, facility uses Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for the hot items at the front display counter (chicken bakes, pizza). Observed a timer next to the foods under TPHC, but the timer was not turned on. Per employee, the foods displayed today had been put out about 25 minutes ago. Per employees and written procedures, food is to be discarded every 30 or 60 minutes depending on the food item. [CA] When using TPHC via timers, the timers must be IMMEDIATELY turned on at the start of the TPHC time period. [COS] The timers were set/turned back on to reflect the appropriate discard time.

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 13, 2025 · Original Source

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