A99.5

HUNTERSVILLE ELEMENTARY LUNCHR

200 GILEAD RD, Huntersville, NC 28078

Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110039

Latest gradeA (99.5)

Last inspectedOct 8, 2026

Inspections on record42

On record sinceSep 4, 2013

Score history

Apr 8, 2014Higher is betterOct 8, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 8, 2026 A 99.5 · 3 violations

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed single use lunch trays stored on edge of table within reach of students being served. EHS discussed location of storage of these items to ensure potential contamination does not occur.

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed two fridge units currently not in use due to needing repair or replacement.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5

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 two fans located above prep areas, clean equipment and food transport areas needing cleaning due to dust accumulation. Increase cleaning frequency.

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May 26, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Feb 5, 2026 A 98 · 3 violations

#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties −1

Corrected during inspection

2-103.11(B) Persons unnecessary to the establishment shall not enter the kitchen. -Pf Observed a custodian enter the kitchen to wash his phone case. CDI - Employee was educated and will no longer entire the kitchen.

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed a custodian enter the kitchen and wash his phone case off in a hand sink. CDI - Employee was educated and will no longer enter the kitchen.

#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered trash can in the employee restroom.

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Oct 17, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5

4-703.11(B) After being cleaned in a mechanical dish machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in the dish machine by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer.-P. - Observed the dishwasher only reaching a maximum rinse temperature of 150F after 5-10 cycles. PIC stated she had bee having issues with the machine as of Monday of this week and had put in a work order at that time. PIC has not heard back for a repair time as of 10/17. PIC is already preforming the temporary solution of using the dish machine for the wash and rinse cycles and sanitizing the dishes in the 3 compartment sink. 3 day VR to observe continued compliance on the temporary solution and/or repair to the dish machine. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .

#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures

Corrected during inspection

3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P - Observed 3 trays of cheese dippers to be hot holding in the front counter hotbox at temperature of 90-99F at the time of the inspection. PIC stated only having reheated them within the hour. CDI - PIC added the cheese dippers to the TPHC board for the day. PIC to monitor hotbox temperatures going forward to ensure the unit is working properly. For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .

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Apr 8, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Jan 7, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Sep 18, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Apr 18, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Dec 12, 2023 A 98.5 · 1 violation

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5

Corrected during inspection

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed metal insert pans stored as clean soiled with stickers/sticker residue. CDI: PIC sent to be W/R/S.

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Sep 14, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations

Inspector comments: Discussed Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) with PIC, LaQueena. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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May 30, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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