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When was St-Stern Hall Dining Hall last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Dec 8, 2025. The result listed by Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Dec 6, 2024 to Dec 8, 2025.
Has St-Stern Hall Dining Hall ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 6, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Routine Inspection
Dec 8, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode K21Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Hot and cold water available
Inspector’s Notes
A few hand sinks measured at a water temperature above 108F. [CA] Maintain water temperatures for automatic combination faucets between 100-108F.
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.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Dec 8, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Dec 6, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
minorCode K07Food temperature
Official Wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s Notes
Measured rice in warmer between 125F-132F. [CA] Reheat food to 165F for hot holding at 135F and above. [COS]
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.
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s Notes
Food safety managers certificate expired in June. [CA] At least one person shall be food safety certified.
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.
2-3 hand sinks (automatic combination faucet) water temperature measured over 108F or below 100F. [CA] Maintain water temp between 100-108F for combination faucets. [COS]
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.
Inoperable soap dispenser at hand sink in dish wash room. Dispenser observed to to be full. [CA] Repair or replace the soap dispenser. Provide portable soap dispenser until repaired.
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.