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Institution · Minneapolis, MN

Bryn Mawr School

256 Upton Ave S

Last inspected Jun 9, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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6 inspections

Routine

Jun 9, 2026

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings

Official wording

The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no current state of MN certified food protection manager for establishment. Provide a current state of MN CFPM. Included below is a link to the state website where information can be found on how to become state certified. Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) - MN Dept. of Health Upon completion of an accredited class and obtaining a class certificate, apply for state of MN CFPM certification and post state CFPM certificate on premise.

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
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0965BContamination

Official wording

Keep clean utensils that are unwrapped in trays and holders with their handles up.

Inspector’s notes

Observed silverware in upright tray stations to be placed at tables in the lunchroom to be stored in an upright manner and not handle to user. Maintain all silverware handle to user. Train staff to monitor to ensure all silverware is stored handle to user.

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.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0735ABEquipment and utensils

Official wording

All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.

Inspector’s notes

Observed the gasket on the milk cooler in the lunchroom in need of repair. Repair gasket on cooler.

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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Jun 9, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Dec 16, 2025

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings

Official wording

The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no state of MN certified food protection manager for establishment. Provide a current state of MN CFPM. Included below is a link to the state website where information can be found on how to become state certified. Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) - MN Dept. of Health Upon completion of an accredited class and obtaining a class certificate, apply for state of MN CFPM certification and post state CFPM certificate on premise.

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
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

Inspector’s notes

Observed quaternary ammonium sanitizer used in kitchen but applicable test strips to monitor the sanitizer concentration were not present. Operator to obtain referenced test strips for use. A few test strips were left on site by inspector.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1555Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Keep the toilet room doors closed except during cleaning and maintenance operations.

Inspector’s notes

Observed the employee bathroom self-closing door mechanism located off the kitchen to not fully close. Adjust mechanism so that the door completely self closes.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0965BContamination

Official wording

Keep clean utensils that are unwrapped in trays and holders with their handles up.

Inspector’s notes

Observed silverware in an upright tray station to be placed on tables for use during the lunch service windows to not be stored handle to user. Train staff to monitor each individual tray station to ensure all silverware is stored handle to user.

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 Minneapolis Health Department, Dec 16, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Sep 19, 2025

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings

Official wording

The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no State of MN certified food protection manager for establishment. Provide a current State of MN CFPM. Included below is a link to the state website where information can be found on how to become state certified. Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) - MN Dept. of Health Upon completion of an accredited class and obtaining a certificate, apply for state of MN food protection manager certification and post certificate on the premise.

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
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no quaternary ammonium test strips to monitor the quaternary ammonium sanitizer concentration. Provide applicable test strips and maintain on site.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1457Handwashing

Official wording

Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no hand washing sign posted at the hand sink in the kitchen. Provide and post referenced signage at hand sink.

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 problems
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1555Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Keep the toilet room doors closed except during cleaning and maintenance operations.

Inspector’s notes

Observed the bathroom door self-closing mechanism off the kitchen to not fully close. Adjust mechanism so that the door fully closes.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Sep 19, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Nov 20, 2024

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033AOther

Official wording

The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no state certified food protection manager for establishment. Included below, is a link to the state website where information can be found on how to become state certified: https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm/index.html Upon completion of an accredited class and obtaining a certificate, apply for state of MN food protection manager certification and post certificate on the premises.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Other

Official wording

Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no quaternary ammonium test strips to test the quaternary ammonium sanitizer concentration. Provide applicable test strips.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0300AOther

Official wording

Store all food: • In a clean, dry location • At least 6 inches above the floor

Inspector’s notes

Observed an open box of packaged pinto beans on the floor in the walk in cooler. Store all food items off the floor. Operator immediately moved the box to an adjacent shelving unit for proper storage.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0935Other

Official wording

Allow equipment and utensils to air-dry after cleaning and sanitizing; only use cloths that are clean and dry for polishing utensils that have been air dried.

Inspector’s notes

Observed previously cleaned food containers to be stacked while still wet. Do not stack wet food containers as this can lead to microbial growth. Always set up in a position that promotes good air circulation for proper air drying. Operator immediately unstacked wet containers and arranged them in an inverted manner to air dry.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Nov 20, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

May 13, 2024

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033AOther

Official wording

The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO CURRENT STATE OF MN CERTIFIED FOOD PROTECTION MANAGER FOR FACILITY. INFORMATION ON HOW TO OBTAIN A CURRENT STATE OF MN CFPM, CAN BE FOUND AT THE BELOW STATE OF MN WEBSITE. https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm/index.html ONCE OBTAINED, POST THE CURRENT STATE OF MN CFPM CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Other

Official wording

Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO QUATERNARY AMMONIUM TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO TEST THE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. PROVIDE APPLICABLE TEST STRIPS.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MCO 188.390Other

Official wording

The business license must be posted where it can be easily seen.

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED AN EXPIRED FOOD LICENSE POSTED IN THE KITCHEN. OBTAIN A CURRENT FOOD LICENSE AND POST ON SITE.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, May 13, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

Oct 27, 2023

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033AOther

Official wording

The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO CURRENT STATE OF MN CERTIFIED FOOD PROTECTION MANAGER FOR FACILITY. PROVIDE.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0735ABOther

Official wording

All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE MILK COOLER TO BE LEAKING WATER FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE UNIT. REPAIR.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0965BOther

Official wording

Keep clean utensils that are unwrapped in trays and holders with their handles up.

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED CUSTOMER SELF-SERVICE PLASTICWARE TO NOT BE STORED HANDLE TO USER. STORE HANDLES UP OR IN ONE DIRECTION.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Oct 27, 2023 · Original Source

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