Oct 26, 2026
A 96
· 5 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.
Observed no CFPM on site. REPEAT -1-
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 (C)TCS food combined with additional ingredients or portions of other TCS food shall retain the date marking on the earliest/first prepared TCS food ingredient. -Pf.
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D).
Observed original container of commercially made pesto bow tie salad with date marking 10/22-10/26 and portioned containers of the same product with expiration date marking of 10/30. Date marking for portioned products must follow from originating container. CDI - EHS re-educated employees on date marking procedures and PIC re-labeled portioned bow tie salads with correct date marking according to originating container.
Observed commercially made potato salad with no date marking to identify open date and portioned containers of the same product with expiration date of 10/30. PIC expressed they were unsure when potato salad container was opened therefore could not verify date marking. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded container and portions that could not be verified. -1.5-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed ice build up in walk in freezer.
REPEAT -1-
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
Observed black buildup on flooring under racks and in corners of of WIC. Increase cleaning frequency. -0-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
5-501.15 Provide dumpster, waste containers that are of sound construction.
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance.
Observed miscellaneous furniture and littler around shared dumpsters. Also observed 1 dumpster with visible holes. REPEAT -0.5-
EHS did not increase points due to dumpsters being shared with many other locations, but did discuss with PIC that it still falls as their duty to ensure cleanliness and sound construction of dumpsters. Points will increase if not corrected next inspection.
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May 5, 2026
A 98
· 5 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.
Observed no certified food protection manager onsite during inspection.
REPEAT
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (F) Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue.
Observed one scoop being stored in cold water in the prep unit between uses. CDI - PIC discarded water and placed scoop in 3 comp sink to be w/r/s.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed ice build up in walk in freezer.
REPEAT
4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage.
Observed rusty shelves storing clean dishes. Repair or replace.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
Observed door open on dumpsters. Keep doors closed.
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance.
Observed cabinets and other litter stored around dumpsters. Discard items stored in the waste area.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination.
Observed tightly covered employee drink stored on a shelf in walk in cooler above RTE foods. CDI - PIC relocated drink to bottom shelf without any food items on it.
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Nov 24, 2025
A 95
· 6 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food protection manager onsite during inspection.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. Observed tomato slicer being sanitized in 100ppm quat. EHS observed sanitizer coming out of mixing tree at 100ppm quat. PIC manually added quat to sink, new concentration is 200ppm. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed deli slicer stored as clean with food debris still left on it. CDI: PIC cleaned deli slicer. REPEAT
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P. Observed cut lettuce and cut tomatoes above 41F after more than 4 hours of cooling. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded items.
For more information, please visit: www.meckncgov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Cooling Food Safely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf. Observed cut lettuce and cut tomatoes placed directly in prep top after prepping according to PIC. CDI: EHS and PIC discussed cooling methods.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping cloths being held in 100ppm quat. CDI: PIC changed sanitizer bucket.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice build up in walk in freezer. PIC stated a repair ticket has been placed.
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