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A98.5

WESTERLY HILLS ELEMENTARY

4420 DENVER AV, Charlotte, NC 28208
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110101
Latest gradeA (98.5)
Last inspectedSep 10, 2026
Inspections on record44
On record sinceJul 16, 2013

Score history

7085100 Oct 10, 2014: 97.5Mar 12, 2015: 97May 20, 2015: 98.5Jul 14, 2015: 98.5Dec 9, 2015: 98.5Feb 5, 2016: 97.5May 9, 2016: 99Sep 6, 2016: 98.5Oct 28, 2016: 97.5Jan 4, 2017: 98.5Apr 27, 2017: 95.5Sep 13, 2017: 96.5Dec 6, 2017: 95.5Jun 6, 2018: 97Dec 13, 2018: 98Apr 5, 2019: 98.5Sep 19, 2019: 99Feb 3, 2020: 97.5Jul 16, 2020: 98Oct 16, 2020: 100Feb 25, 2021: 100Apr 29, 2021: 100Sep 8, 2021: 98.5Nov 4, 2021: 99Jan 20, 2022: 100Apr 8, 2022: 100Aug 30, 2022: 100Nov 17, 2022: 100Feb 28, 2023: 98.5May 24, 2023: 99Sep 1, 2023: 99.5Feb 6, 2024: 97May 29, 2024: 99Oct 25, 2024: 98.5Feb 24, 2025: 99May 28, 2025: 99Sep 3, 2025: 99Nov 17, 2025: 99.5Apr 22, 2026: 100Sep 10, 2026: 98.5
Oct 10, 2014Higher is betterSep 10, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 10, 2026 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed quaternary sanitizer in use at 3 compartment sink testing at 0ppm. CDI- PIC added more sanitizing solution reaching 300PPM. 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
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed bottom shelf of storage rack to only be 1 inch off the floor. CDI- PIC removed all items off the shelf so they can make repairs.
#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 in-use wiping cloths in quaternary sanitizer buckets that tested 0ppm. CDI- PIC obtained quaternary sanitizer from 3-comp-sink at 300PPM.

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Apr 22, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations observed Milk Cabinet #2 work order has been placed.

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Nov 17, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Observed next to 3-comp-sink laundry dryer unit exhaust tube disconnected. PIC will have workorder placed.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT 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 cell tile still missing above WIF towards the rear of unit. PIC will place work order again.

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Sep 3, 2025 A 99 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Educated PIC/ on cooling unopened commercial reheat foods outside of manufacturers bag.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks. Observed hand washing sink in bathroom below 100F. Maintenance worker was on-site and was able to fix mixing valve and obtain hot water continuously at 118F.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P Observed on chemical storage rack secondary spray bottle labeled bleach without being diluted bleaching-out test strip. CDI - EHS educated PIC on how to test and dilute bleach sanitizer.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Corrected during inspection
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed hand washing sinks #2- #3 were observed between140F -142F not allowing EHS to properly perform hand washing procedures. On-site maintenance worker was able to fix the issue with the mixing valve. Hand washing sink #2- #3 were observed below 120F. EHS was able to wash hands after fixes occurred.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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. Overserved cell tile missing above WIF towards the rear of unit. PIC will place work order.

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May 28, 2025 A 99 · 3 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P - Observed 3 trays of Caesar salads in the double sided 2 door RIC at the service line at temperatures of 45-49F. PIC stated they make the salads daily and they were prepared at 8:30am. PIC stated that they must have put the lids on too early after preparing them this morning. CDI - Salads moved to WIC to rapidly cool and lids removed to allow for proper air flow around the product. Salads were observed at 41F or lower by 11:30am. 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 .
#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 the sanitizer bucket at the in use side of the service line to be testing at <50ppm of quaternary ammonia. CDI - PIC changed solution. Retested at 400ppm.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. - Observed the tile floor in the WIC at the entrance of the WIF to be chipped and cracked, no longer rendering the floor smooth and easily cleanable. REPEAT.

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Feb 24, 2025 A 99 · 1 violation
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
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 chipped and damage to the floor in the walk-in cooler near the door to the walk-in freezer. Floors must be in good repair and smooth and easily cleanable. REPEAT.

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Oct 25, 2024 A 98.5 · 5 violations
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated
3-202.15 Food packaging must be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. Pf - observed 1 dented can in dry storage near seal. CDI, can removed from use.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Corrected during inspection
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 salads cooling at 56 degrees at 9:22. Salads were at 53 degrees F at 9:42. Cooling calculation indicated that cooling was at sufficient rate, however in a covered container. CDI, salads opened and relocated to WIC during inspection. 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 .
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens 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 some clean utensils stored in pan but pan collecting debris.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed a damaged drain plug at dumpster .
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
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 chipped and damaged flooring in WIC near WIF door. repeat.

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May 29, 2024 A 99 · 2 violations
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
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 floor tiles severely chipped in WIC near Freezer door. **REPEAT** -1-
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee items stored over retail items in WIC. -0-

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Feb 6, 2024 A 97 · 3 violations
#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 3 trays of turkey sandwiches in reach in cold box above 41F. CDI PIC put sandwiches in freezer and cooled down. 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 .
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.13 (B) Provide an approved Max/Min thermometer for testing sanitizing temperatures in hot water warewashing machines. The thermometer must be readily accessible. -Pf Observed Max/Min thermometer off 10 degrees from EHS thermometer. PIC will order another thermometer. VR needed 2-16-24
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
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 floor tiles severely chipped in WIC near Freezer door.REPEAT

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Sep 1, 2023 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (E) In-use utensils, such as ice scoops or utensils for non-TCS food, must be stored in a clean and protected location. Observed ice scooper stored unprotected. CDI PIC put scooper upside down in a metal pan.
#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 floor tiles cracked and chipping in WIC on both sides of freezer door.

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May 24, 2023 A 99 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection led by Konya Parker with EHS Anna Ortiz and PIC Jamie Sherrill present.
#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. Observed milk at 43 F at front line. Milk had been placed into refrigeration unit prior to inspection and unit kept open for services. CDI - Milk voluntarily discarded. -0- 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.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT: 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed sanitizer bucket registering at 0-50 PPM quat. CDI - Sanitizer solution remade and concentrations recorded at 200 PPM. -0.5-
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (C) Store in-use utensils on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment. The utensils and storage surface must be cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. Observed old food debris on blade of can opener. CDI - PIC removed to 3-compartment sink to be W/R/S. -0.5-
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
Corrected during inspection
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 slight pink build-up on ice catcher inside ice machine. CDI - Area thoroughly cleaned. Recommend higher cleaning frequency. -0-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed dumpster without it’s drain plug. -0-

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Feb 28, 2023 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. - Pf. Observed 1 of 3 hand washing stations without paper towels. CDI - PIC restocked hand towels. -0-
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. - P. Observed sanitizer registering at 0 PPM quat at 3-compartment sink. CDI - PIC remade solution and concentrations now at 200 PPM. -1.5- For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY.
#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 sanitizer buckets registering at 0-50 PPM quat. CDI - Sanitizer solution remade and concentrations recorded at 200 PPM. -0-

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Nov 17, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Aug 30, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Apr 8, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Jan 20, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Nov 4, 2021 A 99 · 3 violations
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed unit in walk-in freezer leaking, large amounts of ice on boxes underneath. Needs to be repaired.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
4-302.13 Temperature Measuring Devices, Manual Warewashing - Observed no temperature measuring device for the dish machine. Under the 2017 Food Code establishments needs to have temperature measuring device for dish machine.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. - Observed tile damaged in walk-in cooler near the door to the walk-in freezer. Needs to be repaired.

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Sep 8, 2021 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Follow-up verification required
4-501.112(A)(2) Provide a minimum of 180F rinse water for sanitization when using the dish machine. -Pf Observed booster heater for dish machine not functioning properly. CDI dishes can be washed in machine but must be sanitized in three compartment sink . Facility using disposable tray currently. 10 day verification required.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
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 damaged tiles in walk in cooler floor.

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Apr 29, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Feb 25, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Oct 16, 2020 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Jul 16, 2020 A 98 · 3 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf REPEAT. Observed hand washing sinks blocked with milk pallet. CDI. PIC removed the equipments to a designated area.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed boxes of fries stored directly on the floor in the walk in Freezer. Needs to be removed and placed 6 inches above the floor.
#38 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed one of the employees in the kitchen working on food with no hair cover. CDI. PIC gave a hair cover to the employee.

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Feb 3, 2020 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#7 · No bare hand contact with RTE foods or a pre-approved alternate properly followed −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-301.11(B) Do not contact exposed ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Use suitable utensils, single-use gloves or dispensing equipment. -P. Observed employee cutting cucumber at the prep table with bare hands. CDI. PIC discarded the cucumber.
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Observed two hand washing sinks blocked with mop equipments and tables. CDI. PIC removed the equipments to a designated area.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed the sanitizer in bucket at low concenration below the manufacturer requirement. CDI. PIC diluted to right concentration.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed one of the dumpsters outside with no cover. needs to be covered. 5-501.114 Ensure drain plug on dumpsters, waste containers is in place. Observed one of the dumpsters with no drain plug. needs to be provided with drain plugs.

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Sep 19, 2019 A 99 · 2 violations
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed cut melon on the front line and in the cold holding reach in units with a temperature above 41F (see temp chart). CDI- PIC moved items to walk in cooler for more rapid cooling.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −1
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf Observed cut melon out on the line at 55F before time was marked on the TPHC board. Ensure that all items hit 41F or below before placing on time. CDI- PIC moved all cut melon to the walk in freezer for more rapid cooling.

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Apr 5, 2019 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
4-501.112(A)(2) For hot water sanitizing temperatures, mechanical warewashing equipment shall provide a minimum of 180F rinse water for sanitizing. -Pf Observed hot water sanitizing dish machine not operating properly. Peak hot water temperature is only reaching 157F. CDI - food employees are serving students with single service articles (plastic cutlery/foam trays). All other items will be sent through 3 compartment sink with a proper quat solution. Quat sanitizer solution currently at 300 ppm. Verification Required
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed potato and fish in the temperature danger zone. Refer to temperature chart. CDI - reheated product back to proper temperature. Removed excess potatoes from container and educated to not overstack product; keep all product below fill line to keep in the heated element. Advised to fill hot well up with more water for the fish container to hold in heating element. All product currently in compliance.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed outdoor dumpster lids open. a

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Dec 13, 2018 A 98 · 4 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Observed box blocking handsink in front of walk in cooler. CDI- Box was removed.
#17 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding
Corrected during inspection
3-403.11 (C ) Reheat commercially processed, ready-to-eat food to 135F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P Observed pans of chicken being reheated to temperatures ranging from 100-160F. CDI- Pans of chicken were reheated again to temperature ranges of 180-200F.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Observed cesar salads with no date mark. Food employee stated that salads were prepared yesterday morning at 8:30 and will be served at 10:40. CDI- Salads were date marked.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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. In walk in cooler observed crack tiles in the floor. PIC stated that work order was put in and nobody has come out yet. Tiles need to be replaced soon. REPEAT.

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Jun 6, 2018 A 97 · 3 violations
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed salisbury steak item in the front steam well at 125F. Item was reheated by PIC to 165F. All other items on the steam well were observed to be above 140F. Monitor hot holding temperatures on the steam unit to ensure compliance.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed slight residue accumulation on the dish machine spray arm. Observed a grain of rice stuck to the handle of one scooping device in a drawer. Device was removed for re-processing.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
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 slight tile damage to the floor in the walk in cooler.

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Dec 6, 2017 A 95.5 · 3 violations
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed 3 sheet pans of fries in hot holding unit below 135F. CDI fries reheated.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violationFollow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P Observed 3 sheet pans of enclosed salads at 47-56F. See temperature chart for temperature observations. CDI all salads voluntarily discarded. REPEAT VIOLATION. VERIFICATION REQURIED.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Observed salads prepared greater than 24 hours prior in reach-in cooler not date marked. CDI salads were voluntarily discarded due to temperature issues.

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Sep 13, 2017 A 96.5 · 5 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine collecting pink debris on inside surfaces.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P Observed 7 bags of mac n cheese in walk-in cooler at 82-94F. PIC stated mac n cheese had been thawed in warm water. Observed cantaloupe in reach-in cooler at 59-64F. See temperature chart for temperature observations. CDI bags of mac n cheese placed in pans and cooked above 165F. Cantaloupe placed in walk-in freezer to rapidly cool.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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 cantaloupe cooling tightly covered/tightly stacked in reach-in cooler. Product holding 59-64F. CDI cantaloupe placed in walk-in freezer to rapidly cool.
#33 · Approved thawing methods used
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 Use approved thawing methods. PIC stated mac n cheese had been thawed in warm water. Seven Mac n cheese bags observed in walk-in cooler at 82-94F.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed broken floor tiles in walk-in cooler.

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Apr 27, 2017 A 95.5 · details not yet loaded

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Jan 4, 2017 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded

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Oct 28, 2016 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded

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Sep 6, 2016 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded

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May 9, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded

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Feb 5, 2016 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded

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Dec 9, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded

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Jul 14, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded

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May 20, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded

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Mar 12, 2015 A 97 · details not yet loaded

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Oct 10, 2014 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded

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Jul 14, 2014 A 97 · details not yet loaded

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Apr 1, 2014 A 99 · details not yet loaded

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Oct 30, 2013 A 96 · details not yet loaded

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Jul 16, 2013 A 99 · details not yet loaded

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “WESTERLY HILLS ELEMENTARY” or State ID 2060110101). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.