A99.5

WINTERFIELD ELEMENTARY

3100 WINTERFIELD PL, Charlotte, NC 28205

Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110105

Latest gradeA (99.5)

Last inspectedOct 19, 2026

Inspections on record43

On record sinceSep 6, 2013

Score history

Aug 29, 2014Higher is betterOct 19, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 19, 2026 A 99.5 · 3 violations

#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Corrected during inspection

7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P Observed a bucket containing quat sanitizer and wiping cloths being stored on cart at serving line in which quat sanitizer concentration level measured well over 400ppm. CDI: PIC diluted sanitizer with water which measured 200ppm after diluting.

#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5

Follow-up verification required

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 on hand inoperable due to not having battery for thermometer according to PIC. VERIFICATION REQUIRED to ensure a working max/min thermometer is available to test sanitizing rinse cycle of dish machine.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed water pooled on floor underneath and surrounding grease trap at two compartment sink. PIC stated grease trap is leaking due to rust accumulation on bottom of grease trap and multiple service requests have been submitted for repair. Clean water accumulation as needed.

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Mar 11, 2026 A 99 · 4 violations

Inspector comments: Hot foods today were transported from Charlotte East Language Academy, TPHC temps and times were taken. This facility is not cooking and utilizing the ovens due to ongoing repair.

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

Corrected during inspection

4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed single service trays stored at the service line with the food contact surface upward. CDI - PIC inverted.

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed a couple torn gaskets on the 2 door reach in cooler in kitchen between the two reach in freezers. Replace gaskets. Observed max min thermometer battery died, 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 the dumpster lid and door open. Keep closed to prevent attracting or harboring pests. 5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed litter around the back side of the dumpster. Clean to prevent attracting or harboring pests.

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

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 food stored on the top shelf in the reach in cooler. CDI - PIC relocated to the bottom shelf.

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Oct 23, 2025 A 99 · 3 violations

Inspector comments: EHS reminded PIC to be sure to follow TPHC procedures.

#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 salad, yogurt and string cheese that is in the snack bags, in the RIC above 41F. PIC stated that they were prepped today around 9 am. CDI PIC put them in the freezer to cool down quickly. 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 .

#23 · Proper date marking & disposition

Corrected during inspection

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 2 pans of pasta dish in the WIC not date marked. PIC stated they were made yesterday. CDI PIC put date labels on the pans. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .

#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1

Corrected during inspection

7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed cleaning chemicals stored on the same shelf as clean pans. CDI PIC moved clean pans to dish machine.

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Jun 3, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed food employee dump milk carton in handsink. CDI: handsink was cleaned.

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

Corrected during inspection

3-501.19(B) (1) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall have an initial temperature of 41 F when removed from cold holding temperature control or 135 F or greater when removed from hot holding temperature control. -P. Observed yogurt bags being placed on TPHC at 49F. CDI: Bags were placed in freezer to cool.

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Nov 25, 2024 A 98.5 · 2 violations

#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 and Caesar salad being held onTPHC without times recorded on dry erase board. CDI: PIC placed time on board.

#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 minor food debris build up in bottom of reach in freezers. Clean as needed.

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Oct 1, 2024 A 98.5 · 2 violations

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

Corrected during inspection

3-501.19(B) (1) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall have an initial temperature of 41 F when removed from cold holding temperature control or 135 F or greater when removed from hot holding temperature control. -P. Observed cut cantaloupe removed from refrigeration to be placed on TPHC, cantaloupe was 46- 47F. CDI: Cantaloupe was placed in freezer to cool before being placed back on TPHC

#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled

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 metal pans with dust and debris build up of non food contact surfaces.

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Mar 8, 2024 A 99 · 1 violation

#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1

Corrected during inspection

7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf. Observed spray bottle of unknown chemical without a label. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded item.

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Dec 6, 2023 A 98.5 · 5 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspection

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed handsink in the back kitchen with no paper towels. CDI: Paper towels provided.

#23 · Proper date marking & 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 one partial pan of meatballs in the walk in cooler with no date mark. CDI: Meatballs voluntarily discarded. 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .

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

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed supports of shelving in walk in cooler with chipping paint and rust.

#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 shelving in the walk in cooler with build up. Ensure more frequent cleaning.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

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 minor floor tile damage in walk in cooler. REPEAT VIOLATION All previous violations corrected.

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Sep 7, 2023 A 99 · 2 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 turkey sandwiches holding above 41F stored on ice on the serving lines (see temperature chart). - CDI - PIC placed turkey sandwiches on TPHC and wrote time label on TILT board. 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 .

#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. - REPEAT - Observed missing ceiling tiles in dry storage area, peeling ceiling paint in employee bathroom and throughout kitchen area, black buildup on walls near dish machine, and rust discoloration on flooring in bathroom and dish machine area. Repair/replace all missing/damaged floors, walls, and ceilings. PIC stated work orders are in place already for most of these issues.

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