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A99

JAMES MARTIN MIDDLE SCHOOL

6301 UNIVERSITY POINTE BV, Charlotte, NC 28262
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110141
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedSep 10, 2026
Inspections on record36
On record sinceSep 9, 2013

Score history

7085100 Sep 9, 2013: 98.5Jan 28, 2014: 98.5May 28, 2014: 99Sep 15, 2014: 100Feb 4, 2015: 98.5May 12, 2015: 97Oct 13, 2015: 97Feb 9, 2016: 98May 25, 2016: 100Sep 28, 2016: 99.5Jan 30, 2017: 100May 4, 2017: 98Oct 11, 2017: 98.5Feb 6, 2018: 98.5May 24, 2018: 99Nov 20, 2018: 99Apr 22, 2019: 99Nov 15, 2019: 98.5Feb 24, 2021: 99May 18, 2021: 99.5Sep 2, 2021: 100Feb 1, 2022: 100May 4, 2022: 100Oct 10, 2022: 99.5Jan 19, 2023: 100May 17, 2023: 100Oct 3, 2023: 99Jan 8, 2024: 99.5May 16, 2024: 99.5Oct 21, 2024: 99Feb 11, 2025: 99May 27, 2025: 100Sep 29, 2025: 98Feb 19, 2026: 99Apr 23, 2026: 99.5Sep 10, 2026: 99
Sep 9, 2013Higher is betterSep 10, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 10, 2026 A 99 · 3 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. 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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed can openers peeling and rusted. Repair or replaced.
#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 ceiling area heavily rusted at dish machine.

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Apr 23, 2026 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed cutting boards heavily scored. Resurface or replace.

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Feb 19, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No steam table temperatures were observed due to late start for lunch. Observed 1 light bulb in WIF not functioning.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed two table mounted style can-opener blades rusted build up and pitted on storage shelf located in dishroom. CDI - PIC will order new blades and discarded damaged blades.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT 5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed plumbing leaking liquid from underneath 3-comp-sink and observed behind ice machine also leaking water from underneath

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Sep 29, 2025 A 98 · 6 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed box of unwashed cucumbers stored over RTE sauces. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order. -0- For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 milks above 41F in milk cooler and WIC. Refer to temperature chart. Per PIC, items were received today at 45F. Observed ambient air of milk cooler #1 at 46F. -CDI- Temperatures of milks began to lower throughout inspection and observed at 41-43F and observed ambient air of milk cooler at 39F at end of inspection. -1.5- 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 .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required. -P- Observed quaternary sanitizer at 500ppm at 3-comp sink. At time of inspection, no items were being sanitized. -CDI- PIC corrected concentration to 400ppm. -0-
#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 multiple wiping cloths stored in buckets at 0 ppm quarternary sanitizer concentration. -CDI- PIC corrected to 400ppm. -0.5-
#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 beneath hood in need of cleaning due to dust buildup. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. -0-
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed leak at 3-comp sink. Observed knob missing at hot water for handsink at dish machine. -0-

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May 27, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Feb 11, 2025 A 99 · 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 no paper towels at handwashing sink in the dish room. CDI PIC provided paper towels
#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 chemical spray bottle on the shelf with food storage bags. CDI PIC moved chemical spray bottle
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.n Observed handwashing sink outside of the employee restroom out of order. Workers have to walk about 20 ft to closest handwashing sink. PIC has put in 2 work orders.

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Oct 21, 2024 A 99 · 2 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 no paper towels in rest room. CDI PIC provided paper towels
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P Observed cheese slices dated 9/17/24 in the WIC. CDI PIC 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 .

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May 16, 2024 A 99.5 · 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 cut watermelon cups in reach in cooler at 52F. CDI PIC put them in the freezer and cooled to 40F. 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
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed 2 wet wiping cloths on prep table.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
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 dishes commingled with clean facility dishes on the drying racks. CDI PIC moved all employee dishes to a designated bottom shelf

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Jan 8, 2024 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed opened doors on dumpster. **REPEAT** -0.5-

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Oct 3, 2023 A 99 · 3 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 no paper towels at handwashing sink in dish pit area. -CDI- PIC replenished paper towel supply. -1-
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed leak on faucet handle at handwashing sink. Per PIC, work order has been placed. -0-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Corrected during inspection
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed lid open on dumpster. -CDI- PIC closed lid. -0-

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May 17, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Jan 19, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Oct 10, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#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 frozen food stored directly on the floor in the WI freezer. CDI. PIC removed.
#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 build up on hood vents. Needs to be cleaned.

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May 4, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Feb 1, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Sep 2, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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May 18, 2021 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed storage containers housing clean utensils in need of cleaning. NOTE: Facility will be closing next Friday 5/28/21 for the summer. Facility will not be open during the summer.

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Feb 24, 2021 A 99 · 1 violation
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at the back handsink near the dish machine.

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Nov 15, 2019 A 98.5 · 3 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 heavy pink and black build up inside of the shield of ice machine. EHS advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of unit.
#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 sliding door of dumpster opened and one lid opened to dumpster during time of inspection.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and 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 dead insects inside of several light shields in kitchen area.

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Apr 22, 2019 A 99 · 2 violations
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P observed 1 container of lettuce with date mark of 4-10-19. CDI- discard by PIC
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
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 food boxes stored on the floor. 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 stored mixed in with undented cans. CDI- seperated cans. dented cans stored in designated area.

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Nov 20, 2018 A 99 · 1 violation
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
4-502.11(A) Maintain utensils in good repair. observed peeling plastic surface on multiple (green) scoop handles. Replace

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May 24, 2018 A 99 · details not yet loaded

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Feb 6, 2018 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded

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Oct 11, 2017 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded

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May 4, 2017 A 98 · details not yet loaded

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Jan 30, 2017 A 100 · details not yet loaded

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Sep 28, 2016 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded

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May 25, 2016 A 100 · details not yet loaded

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Feb 9, 2016 A 98 · details not yet loaded

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Oct 13, 2015 A 97 · details not yet loaded

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May 12, 2015 A 97 · details not yet loaded

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Feb 4, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded

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Sep 15, 2014 A 100 · details not yet loaded

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May 28, 2014 A 99 · details not yet loaded

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Jan 28, 2014 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded

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Sep 9, 2013 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “JAMES MARTIN MIDDLE SCHOOL” or State ID 2060110141). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.