A98.5
ELEMENTARY CAFETERIA AT GOVERNORS VILLAGE
7712 NEAL RD, Charlotte, NC 28262
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110131
Latest gradeA (98.5)
Last inspectedSep 18, 2026
Inspections on record45
On record sinceAug 29, 2013
Score history
Dec 2, 2014Higher is betterSep 18, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 18, 2026 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed 3 speed racks of food uncovered in the walk in freezer and cooler. Keep items covered once at temp.
#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 can opener soiled with old food debris. CDI- Can opener taken to be cleaned.
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
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dean roach in dry storage area.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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 vents above prep tables in need of cleaning.
Apr 24, 2026 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#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 can opener heavily soiled with old food debris. CDI- Can opener taken to be cleaned.
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 .
#21 · 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 potato wedges on front line 1 holding below 135F. CDI- Fries served for service. Fries had not been on the line for more than 4 hours. Observed fries in the hot box holding above 41F. CDI- Fries reheated to 165F.
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 .
Feb 27, 2026 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
Observed wiping cloths being stored in QUAT sanitizer at less than 200ppm. Per sanitizer bottle it is effective between 200-400ppm. -CDI- Solution was replaced. RPEAT*** (0.5 pts)
Oct 21, 2025 A 98.5 · 6 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (A) (4) Food contact surface of a thermometer shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, before using or storing. -P.- Observed food employees use thermometer without cleaning before or after use. -CDI- EHS educated food employees on when to clean thermometer and food employees properly cleaned items.
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.- Observed several scoop spoons with debris. -CDI- PIC moved items to dishpit to be W/R/S. -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 .
#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 fries holding in steam box @ line #3 between 115-118F. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. -0-
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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed crawling pest on sheet trays stored as clean. -0-
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping cloths stored in soapy water with no sanitizer. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on maintaining wiping cloths dry or maintaining in sanitizer water only and PIC removed soapy water buckets. -0-
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Observed scoop handle used for corn touching food. -CDI- PIC removed items. -0-
#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 tops of equipment under hood in need of cleaning due to dust buildup. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. -0-
Jun 6, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 25, 2025 A 97 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: EHS advised facility that they have had cold holding violations for the last 2 inspections. The cold holding violations have been for the Caesar salads. Any future cold holding violations may result in a Risk Control Plan being implemented.
#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 chicken drummetts in warmers on serving lines 3 & 4 below 135F. Employee states that they were brought out about an hour ago. CDI PIC put them in the oven and reheated them to 165F. PIC put in a work order for these units because these are the two older units.
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 .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed Caesar salads on serving lines and in the WIC above 41F. CDI PIC stated that they were prepared today and she had staff open the clam shells and put them in the freezer to cool down quickly. REPEAT
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed sanitizer buckets on shelf with food trays and cups. CDI pic moved sanitizer buckets.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed handwashing sink in the dish room not working.
Oct 22, 2024 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 41F or less. -P Observed Caesar salads on lines above 41F. CDI PIC stated that they were prepared today and she had staff open the clam shells and 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 .
#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 open employee drink commingled with school food in the reach in freezer. CDI PIC removed drink from freezer.
May 20, 2024 A 98.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: EHS observed that facility has new Hot Holding units on the line that was just delivered. They are waiting for more parts and plan to begin using them this summer.
#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 employee actively washing dishes with sanitizer at 50 ppm Quat. CDI Employee drained compartment and made fresh sanitizer water that was 200 ppm Quat.
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
Dec 19, 2023 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P- Observed food employee wash hands without using a barrier to turn off the faucet, thus decontaminating hands. -CDI- EHS educated food employee on using a barrier and food employee rewashed hands. -0-
#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 cheese sticks cooling with no change in temperature after 1 hour. -CDI- PIC moved cheese sticks to WIC to facilitate rapid cooling. -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: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Cooling Food Safely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#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. Observed broken paper towel dispenser at handwashing sink. Repair or replace. -0-
Sep 26, 2023 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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. Clean/repair floors and walls in and around can wash area.
May 25, 2023 A 99 · 5 violations
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice machine in disrepair. (Missing a filter). Needs to be replaced.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-501.110. Maintain the wash solution temperature in mechanical warewashing equipment used to sanitize in accordance with the NC Food Code.- Pf. Observed the sanitizing solution in the dish machine at 117F. Unit placed out of service and will be back to check on it.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
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 build up at the back of cleaned dishes. Dishes were removed to be rewashed.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed missing drain plugs in one of the dumpsters. Needs to be replaced.
#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 build up on vents and ceiling in the kitchen area. Needs to be cleaned.
Mar 8, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 3, 2022 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 paints chipping off from all the bottom doors in the kitchen. Needs repairs.
Aug 30, 2022 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Repeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wet wiping cloths stored in sanitizer solution with concentration of 20ppm quat. CDI. PIC changed the solution. REPEAT.
May 17, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wet wiping cloths stored in sanitizer solution with concentration of 20ppm quat. CDI. PIC changed the solution.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observe uncovered dumpsters outside. Needs to be covered.
Feb 15, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 10, 2021 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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 ceiling tiles around vents in need of cleaning.
Sep 9, 2021 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed multiple in use wet wiping cloths stored in solution with concentration of about 0ppm. CDI. PIC changed the solution.
#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 without a cover. Needs to have one.
May 19, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 4, 2021 A 99 · 1 violation
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed dish machine not getting up to temperature. Dish machine is currently not needed. Facility is using single service items only for students. PIC called maintenance to come and look at the dish machine.
Sep 23, 2020 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee drink stored on the prep table. CDI- Drink removed
NOTE: Facility is only prepping frozen meals. No cooking, reheating, cooling or hot holding is being done. Frozen meals are taken to the bus to be distributed. No TCS food items were in the reach in units or walk in cooler. Front area of the cafeteria is closed.
Mar 12, 2020 A 97 · 2 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed black build up in the ice machines.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed salads in the reach in coolers holdinng above 41F. Salads were placed on time for two hours. After the two hours is over salads will be discarded. PIC stated they are having trouble keeping the salads cold in the reach ins during the lunch period. Moving forward salads will be placed on time as soon as they leave the walk in cooler to be served for lunch.
Oct 16, 2019 A 97 · 2 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 a chicken sanwhich in HH at 119F. CDI-PIC had food employee temp the remaining sandwhiches in that hotbox and reheat them in the oven to where the internal temp was 168F. PIC was instructed to use metal thermometer to check hot box is working, is going to call maintenance today if out of temp.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed a broken shelf in the dry storage locker. Observed a broken paper towel dispense by one of the handsinks, still functioning but hard to use.
Jun 4, 2019 A 97 · 2 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.112 Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures - PF
observed dish machine operating without booster heater on.
failed thermolabel test x3. PIC has called in for service. CDI- observed dish machine pass thermolabel test prior to departure.
#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 chicken patties in warmer (2nd station) < 135F.
CDI by reheating to 165F. Instructed PIC to have warmer checked for proper operation . Observed warmer thermometer display to be inconsistent and flashing.
Mar 12, 2019 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 19, 2018 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 30, 2018 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Mar 12, 2018 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 5, 2017 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 28, 2017 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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May 25, 2017 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Mar 28, 2017 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Oct 4, 2016 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 22, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 26, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 23, 2016 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 10, 2015 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 16, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 2, 2015 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 2, 2014 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 10, 2014 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 27, 2014 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Mar 31, 2014 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 19, 2013 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 29, 2013 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “ELEMENTARY CAFETERIA AT GOVERNORS VILLAGE” or State ID 2060110131). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.