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ALTERNATIVE CAFE (WILCOX H.S. C.H.AM.P.)

3250 MONROE ST, SANTA CLARA, CA, 95051
Pass
88
Latest score
100%
Pass rate
4
Inspections
1
Critical violations

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Latest inspection

PASSED
Mar 11, 2026ROUTINE INSPECTION157 days ago

NOTE: Per PIC, facility is used as a cooking classroom for students. The facility is only open during school operating hours and does not serve to the public. Permit category is to be adjusted upon review.

Inspection Timeline

Mar 11, 2026Latest
PassedScore: 88/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
88
Sep 17, 2025
PassedScore: 98/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
98
Apr 11, 2025
PassedScore: 92/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
92
Sep 4, 2024
PassedScore: 100/100
ROUTINE INSPECTION
100

Violations Analysis

1
Critical Violations
1 in last 3 inspections
6
Non-Critical
7
Total Violations
Across 4 inspections

Complete inspection history

4 inspections
PassLatest Mar 11, 2026
88/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

NOTE: Per PIC, facility is used as a cooking classroom for students. The facility is only open during school operating hours and does not serve to the public. Permit category is to be adjusted upon review.

3 reported violations
  • K33: Nonfood contact surfaces clean

    Observed accumulation of dust in ventilation above cooking stations. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

  • K21: Hot and cold water availableCritical

    At the two automatic handwash stations, measured the maximum water temperatures at 114F and 121F. The water temperature is not readily adjustable. [CA] Water shall be supplied at handwash stations from 100-108F. [SA] Nearby handwash stations with adjustable faucets are available for use.

  • K35: Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity

    Observed the sanitizer dispenser at the 3-compartment sink and the mechanical dishwasher is in disrepair. PIC manually set up the 3-compartment sink during inspection. [CA] Repair nonfunctional equipment. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.

Pass Sep 17, 2025
98/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

Per PIC, facility is occasionally used as a cooking classroom. Food is prepared by the students and consumed on-site. No active food preparation at time of inspection. This report was written and signed at the end of site inspections.

1 reported violation
  • K41: Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

    Observed drainpipes from the dishwasher and 3-compartment sink extend directly into the floor sink. [CA] Provide air gap between the drain pipes and floor sink that is at least twice the diameter of the inlet and no less than 1 inch.

Pass Apr 11, 2025
92/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

This is a cooking class. Food made here is eaten by the students who make them and/or served once or twice a month to teachers.

3 reported violations
  • K38: Adequate ventilation/lighting; designated areas, use

    Hood filters show buildup [CA] Clean the hood filters

  • K14: Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized

    Quat sanitizer 50 ppm in the three-compartment sink [CA] Maintain quat sanitizer level at 200 ppm - Corrected

  • K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

    Hot water at both hand sinks premix faucets 132F [CA] Maintain hot water at 100F - 108F.

Pass Sep 4, 2024
100/100

ROUTINE INSPECTION

NOTE: Facility observed to have new vacuum sealer. Per operator machine is not currently in use and HACCP plan will be submitted to state. For ROP storage of less than 48 hours, this Agency may approve SOPs. Operator shall submit plan to inspector for review/consultation.

No reported violations

Source: Santa Clara County open data. Records are supplied as-is and may take 24–48 hours to reflect a newly published inspection.