A98

STEELE CREEK ELEMENTARY

4100 GALLANT LN, Charlotte, NC 28210

Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110094

Latest gradeA (98)

Last inspectedSep 8, 2026

Inspections on record45

On record sinceSep 24, 2013

Score history

Jan 30, 2015Higher is betterSep 8, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 8, 2026 A 98 · 2 violations

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

Corrected during inspection

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 dishes being washed in the high temp dish machine at less than 160F. PIC noticed that the booster heater was not turned on. -CDI- Booster heater was turned on and dishes were re-washed. (1.5 pts) 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 .

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5

6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed missing and peeling ceiling tiles in the kitchen. Replace missing or damaged ceiling tiles. (0.5 pts)

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Dec 15, 2025 A 99 · 1 violation

#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1

Corrected during inspection

6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf Observed dented cans being stored with other cans that were not damaged. -CDI- Cans were separated to help prevent possible contamination. (1 pt)

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Sep 18, 2025 A 99 · 3 violations

#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Corrected during inspection

3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf. Observed yogurt bags placed on TPHC near serving line without start time (10 am) listed on TPHC board. CDI-PIC added time.

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed full bait trap under prep table of left side of back kitchen and multiple light shields throughout back kitchen with dead crawling pests. PIC stated that a work order was placed for the bait traps prior to today’s inspection, EHS recommends adding pest removal from light shields to work order.

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1

5-202.13 An air gap between the water supply and flood level rim shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and not less than 1 inch.-P. Observed pipes from prep sink, 3 compartment sink/grease trap, and dishmachine that were beneath the flood level rim of the floor drains with no air gap present. PIC placed work order. VR within 3 days to check for air gap of all drain pipes.

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May 2, 2025 A 98.5 · 4 violations

#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events

Corrected during inspection

2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf - PIC was unable to locate written procedures for vomit and diarrheal cleanup events. PIC stated that the kitchen staff is not responsible for any cleanups in the cafeteria and they have a dedicated custodian for lunch times. PIC was able to provide a cleanup kit to use if her staff had an issue in the kitchen. CDI - EHS provided Mecklenburg County written procedures for vomit and diarrheal cleanup. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Corrected during inspection

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. - Observed one metal insert container with food debris on its exterior and interior surfaces and one large metal strainer pan with tape on the outside from previous labeling. Both items were stored as clean and stacked on with other clean dishes. CDI - PIC placed dishes at the dishwashing area to be rewashed. 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 .

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1

6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. - Observed a hole in the screening to the back door of the kitchen, allowing for potential entry of vermin into the facility.

#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 the gaskets of the WIC door and the gaskets to both of the large milk chests to have an accumulation of grime.

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Feb 7, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5

6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed cracked tiles, stripped caulking, missing, or damaged bottom panels on flooring throughout main kitchen, inside the WIC, and behind the serving line. Repair flooring at earliest opportunity. (-0.5)

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Sep 23, 2024 A 97.5 · 4 violations

Inspector comments: Steele Creek Elementary is part of the CMS dinner program, and offers supper to after school program students.

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed hand sink blocked by metal storage rack placed directly in front of basin. EHS advises the PIC to move or have rack moved so hand sink is fully accessible from the front. 10 day VR required. (-1)

#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 two table-top can openers with significant food debris on blades. CDI- PIC rewashes and sanitizes blades. (-1.5) 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 .

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed multiple bait stations entirely filled with dead pests and several dead roaches on the ground in dry storage area. No pests found around TCS food prep and storage. Increased pest control visits are recommended. (-0)

#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 open-straw employee beverage stored directly beside single service trays at metal rack near serving line. CDI- PIC removes tumbler from area where single service articles are stored. No contamination to single serve trays observed. (-0)

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May 10, 2024 A 98.5 · 1 violation

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P - Observed cartons of milk holding at 44F in WIC. Ambient temperature is 41F in WIC. CDI- milks moved to flip top milk coolers. No other TCS foods being held in WIC. Work order placed for WIC. 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .

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Jan 17, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Sep 6, 2023 A 98.5 · 4 violations

#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 sweet chicken cooked holding below 135F in hot box.CDI. PIC quickly reheated to 165F and placed back in hot box warmer. All other items in hot box were holding 135F and above. 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .

#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf Observed yogurt bags in display cooler held on TPHC with written directions but no time stamp. CDI PIC placed time stamp when placed into display cooler.

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

#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed door open on dumpster. CDI. Door closed. 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed drain plug missing on dumpster. Needs replacement.

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May 17, 2023 A 99 · 2 violations

#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored

3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed plastic, disposable cup used as scoop stored in sugar bag in contact with product. CDI - PIC removed and disposed of cup. Utensil with handle was provided.

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1

5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed clogged garbage disposal before the high temperature dish machine. PIC stated a work order had been submitted. Pre-rinsing and soaking are being conducted in the 3 compartment sink before items are ran through the dish machine.

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Feb 27, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Dec 6, 2022 A 98.5 · 2 violations

Inspector comments: Ware washing dish machine took 7 cycles to run and hit 160F. Unit had been sitting for a while. Assure enough cycles are run to reach 160F. And check with thermometer.

#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events

Corrected during inspection

2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety No vomit/diarrhea clean up papers on site. CDI- Provided.

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Yogurt bags and cheese sticks in reach in coolers recorded above 41F. Unit was turned off. Yogurts and cheese sticks discarded. Unit turned on and began to cool down. One milk also recorded above 41F, CDI- Discarded. REPEAT

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Aug 30, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 violations

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures

Corrected during inspection

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41 F or less. - P. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ. Observed milk at 43 F inside reach-in unit. All other items recorded < 41 F. Product taken out from walk-in cooler 20 minutes prior to inspection. CDI - Food relocated to walk-in cooler and cooled to < 41 F.

#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5

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 employee drinks and foods stored directly above customer foods on the shelves in walk-in cooler and steamer. CDI - Foods removed.

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Apr 20, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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