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Santa Clara County, CA

San Jose High School

275 N 24th St

Last inspected Feb 10, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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3 inspections

Routine Inspection

Feb 10, 2026

Pass

1 recorded violation

minorCode K23Pests

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

In the snack bar area several dried rodent droppings were observed. No other evidence of vermin observed. [CA] Clean and sanitize area of old droppings. Note: Per PIC, upon return from winter break school maintenance informed them of rodent activity. Per PIC, they had pest control come out and have had no activity since.

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 insects

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 10, 2026 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Sep 8, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

minorCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Facility holds sliced tomatoes without temperature control at the self service station. Tomatoes measured at 37F. [CA] PHFs held for dispensing in serving lines and salad bars may be maintained above 41°F, but not above 45°F, during periods not to exceed 12 hours in any 24-hour period only if the unused portions are disposed of at or before the end of this 24-hour period. [COS] Items were returned to the cooler after the short rush. PIC to introduce ice baths for future services.

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 temperature
minorCode K31Contamination

Official wording

Consumer self service does prevent contamination

Inspector’s notes

Facility has a 1/2 hotel pan of jalapeno, tomato, and lettuce available for self service without being protected from contamination. Note: Facility's HACCP plan denotes the use of sneeze guards to protect foods from contamination during service. [CA] Food on display shall be protected from contamination by the use of packaging, counter, service line, or sneeze guards that intercept a direct line between the consumer's mouth and the food being displayed, containers with tight-fitting securely attached lids, display cases, mechanical dispensers, or other effective means.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Sep 8, 2025 · Original Source

Routine Inspection

Feb 25, 2025

Pass

4 recorded violations

minorCode K35Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

Inspector’s notes

The clear hot holding cabinet at the self service line is not maintaining PHFs at 135°F or above. [CA] Ensure all equipment is maintained in good repair. Service, repair, or replace the equipment.

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 issues
minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Water throughout the facility peaked at a maximum of 106°F. [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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
criticalCode K07Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot and cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

In the cafeteria, in the clear hot holding cabinet at the self service line, cheese burgers and fries wre measured between 87-106°F. Per PIC, they were made about 30 minutes prior. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [SA] Facility agreed to place items on TPHC and to discard any leftovers by 3:30 pm.

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 temperature
minorCode K47Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Signs posted; last inspection report available

Inspector’s notes

The Environmental Health Permit is not posted within public view and is posted in the kitchen. [CA] The health permit issued by this department shall be posted in a conspicuous place in the food facility.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Feb 25, 2025 · Original Source

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