A99
STERLING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
9601 CHINA GROVE CHURCH RD, Pineville, NC 28134
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110162
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedSep 16, 2026
Inspections on record44
On record sinceSep 13, 2013
Score history
Sep 30, 2014Higher is betterSep 16, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 16, 2026 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 - String Cheese in top layer of yogurt bags above 41F. PIC states its possibly due to staff going in and out of WIC during morning prep. *CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded top layer.
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 .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & 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 - 2 small Metal Wire Racks and a Cardboard box containing bags of chips stored directly on the floor in back dry storage area. *CDI - Employee removed items from the floor.
May 28, 2026 A 98 · 4 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 - Ice in basin of handsink. *CDI - PIC trained staff on proper use of handsink.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf- *Observed - 3 metal containers with dried food debris stored clean on clean dish rack in dish area.
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 .
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
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 - Philly Steak from yesterday without date marking. *CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded item.
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 .
#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 - An employees food stored above establishment food. *CDI - PIC moved food items to office.
Feb 25, 2026 A 99 · 3 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result. *Observed - Employees half eaten chicken sandwich stored on top of mozzarella sticks and sweet potato fries in back Standing HH Cabinet. *CDI - PIC removed and discarded employee item.
#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 - Portioned individual Salads above 41F in 4 Door Standing RIC. *CDI - PIC moved items into WIC to be rapidly cooled.
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 .
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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 - Ice Scoop stored in Ice Machine with handle in contact with food product. *CDI - PIC removed handle from being in contact with food product.
Oct 15, 2025 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 - Cans of Baked Beans in box and boxes of bagged chips on floor in dry storage area. *CDI - Food was removed from floor.
#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 out of batteries. PIC had no replacement batteries available during inspection.
A verification visit will be conducted within 10 days to ensure establishment has a max/min thermometer to accurately measure dish machine hot water sanitization.
May 19, 2025 A 97.5 · 5 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P - observed 1 food employee not vigoursly rub for required time when washing hands. CDI, employee rehashed hands.
For more information on handwashing, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P - observed quat santiizer testing greater than 500ppm. CDI, sanitizer diluted to proper concentration.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-202.16 Perimeter walls and roofs shall effectively protect the establishment from the weather and entry of insects or pests. Observed door strip needed under back door to prevent opening and ability for insects and pests to enter establishment.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf - observed quat test kit expired in 2019 and not effectively measuring sanitizer concentration. CDI, new test kit provided.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −1
Repeat violation
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed dumpster lid open.
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed waste outside and around dumpster.
Nov 18, 2024 A 98 · 6 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (F) Wash hands during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination, and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks. -P - Observed food employee touch faucet handle at hw sink and proceed to handle clean single-service articles. CDI, by instruction.
#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 employee not sanitize thermometer before use.
#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 1 package of cheese not date marked. CDI, cheese 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 .
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on clean drain board of 3 compartment sink.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
4-501.15 Operate a warewashing machine in accordance with the data plate. Observed rinse gauge not reaching 180 degrees F per data plate. Dish machine tested greater than 160 degrees F on waterproof thermometer and sanitizing food contact surfaces.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed dumpster lids open.
Sep 10, 2024 A 96 · 5 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 sanitizer at 3 compartments and several sanitizer buckets testing below required concentration. CDI, sanitizer refilled in sink and buckets to required concentration.
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
#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 1 pan of meatball hot held at 124 degrees F at line. CDI, meatballs reheated to 166 degrees F.
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 −1.5
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P - Observed yogurt bags cold held at 4 door Victory refrigerator at 52 degrees F. Ambient air temperature of unit measured 54 degrees F. Bag of yogurt voluntarily discarded and others relocated to WIC to rapidly cool. Vr needed to ensure calibration of 4 door reach in prep unit.
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 −1
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P - Observed 2 sanitizer bottles testing greater than 400 ppm and and a bottle of sanitizernot labeled. CDI, sanitizer diluted to required concentration and bottle labeled.
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed 1 outdoor dumpster lid left open.
Apr 17, 2024 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 multiple sanitizer buckets below 200ppm. CDI- buckets remade. REPEAT
Dec 14, 2023 A 97 · 2 violations
#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
Cheese sticks and yogurt in reach in coolers recorded above 41F. CDI - Cooled down in WIF. Cooler is not holding correctly. Facility will cease holding TCS foods in cooler and will have it replace over the holiday break. REPEAT
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
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
Two buckets held in sanitizer recorded below 200 ppm. CDI - Exchanged for new one.
Aug 30, 2023 A 98.5 · 2 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 watermelon at 51F and 53F and sandwich at 57F in reach in. CDI - Cooler was reading ambient temperature between 50 and 60 F. Watermelon was moved to WIF to cool and all other TCS foods in reach in were 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#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 phone in drawer with knives. CDI - Employee phone was removed.
May 3, 2023 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.
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 .
Observed can opener blade with build-up of food debris and residue. CDI - Can opener was moved to the dish machine to be cleaned properly.
#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
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 .
Observed burgers held below 135F inside the HH Warmer box. CDI - PIC showed records of 166F initial reheat temperature, Burgers were put on 4 hour TPHC and will be discarded.
Feb 17, 2023 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#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
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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . Observed containers of ground beef for tacos and container of cheese sauce with no date marking. CDI - PIC labeled all items with no label, PIC stated that the items were prepared the previous day.
#33 · 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
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . Observed rack of breaded chicken breast cooling, fully covered with plastic, inside the WIC. CDI - Plastic was removed to allow rapid cooling.
Dec 5, 2022 A 98 · 3 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed raw eggs and employee food stored above RTE turkey sandwiches in WIC. CDI PIC moved sandwiches.- 1.5
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -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 carrots and fries in hot holding at 125F. CDI Food employee reheated carrots and fries. -0
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-501.19 During manual warewashing, maintain the wash solution at a minimum of 110F or as otherwise allowed by the detergent manufacturer label. -Pf Observed Water at 3 comp sink faucet and wash compartment at 101 during active washing. Detergent label states that it requires 110F for wash solution. Verification visit needed on 12-15-22. -..5
Sep 8, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-501.15 Operate a warewashing machine in accordance with the data plate. Observed dish machine not operating. PIC stated machine needs a part that is on order. Paper products are used for serving students. 3 comp sink is big enough to clean utensils/large storage trays. Disposable products are used and have been used since the pandemic.
#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 black residue on door gasket of walk in cooler.
Apr 22, 2022 A 99 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: School was having field day on this day and was serving only bagged lunches.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P. Observed quat sanitizer too strong at toxic levels inside red buckets on serving line. Sanitizer was obtained from dispenser at 3-comp sink. CDI: sanitizer was corrected and diluted to proper concentration (200 - 400ppm).
Feb 14, 2022 A 98.5 · 6 violations
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed large container of sugar not labeled in dry storage room. CDI: sugar was labeled.
#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 a bucket of frozen strawberries stored on the floor inside the walk-in freezer.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on counter and shelves inside the kitchen.
#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 single service lids stored on the floor inside dry storage room.
#50 · Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure −1
Follow-up verification required
5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf. Observed hot water at 3-comp sink only reaching 94F. Plumber was notified and had arrived on site for service during inspection. Facility is using high temperature dishmachine to sanitize dishes until hot water at 3-comp sink can be repaired.
VR in 10 days.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed lids open to dumpster and cardboard dumpster.
Sep 13, 2021 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P
Hamburgers recorded below 135F (see chart). Hamburgers placed on TPHC. Temperature dropped because they were being assorted in large batches at room temp. Assort in smaller bunches to maintain temp. REPEAT.
Apr 26, 2021 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#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 broccoli in the hot hold unit temping between 123F-130F. CDI. Employee reheated broccoli to 188F.
#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 pans of baked beans in the walk in cooler cooling in covered containers. Two containers were covered in plastic wrap and two other containers had metal lids on them. CDI. PIC vented all containers to properly cool.
Mar 5, 2021 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#17 · Proper reheating procedures for hot holding −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-403.11 Reheat all TCS foods to 165F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P OBSERVED cupped peas and carrots in hot box 2 not reaching holding temperature due to vegetable mix initially not reaching correct reheat temperature. CDI. Employee reheated peas to bring temperature to accurate temperature. Check temp log for temperatures. -1.5 pts.
Nov 12, 2020 A 97 · 1 violation
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −3
Repeat violation
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed pizza and sweet potato fries in hot hold cabinet 2 held at less than 135 degrees . Repeat violation . CDI reheated products see chart above.
Jun 5, 2020 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed hamburger patties that were held below 135 F. CDI- Patties were reheated.
Oct 23, 2019 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records
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 Ensure that TPHC boards are wiped clean after every use. Observed foods from prior dates on the board at the beginning of the inspection without any foods currently being placed on time. CDI- education was given and boards were erased. 0 points.
#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 salads inside of the walk in cooler cooling with lids still on and stored on top of each other. CDI- Salads cases were ventilated and unstacked. -.5 points.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
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 can(s) located in the dry storage area with other in use cans. CDI- PIC separated damaged can(s) during the inspection. - 1 point.
Apr 22, 2019 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#20 · 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
Deli ham recorded above 41F (see chart). CDI- PIC brougth cart (where ham) was to roon temp. to make room for delivery and it increased in temp. CDI- Cooled down. REPEAT.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all ready-to-eat TCS foods that have been prepared and held more than 24hours in the establishment. -Pf
Observed chicken and sliced deli meat dated for 4-5, 4-11, 4-9. PIC stated that date was date of prep and freeze and products were pulled from freeze on 4/20. CDI- Date for pull date of 4-20
Feb 8, 2019 A 98 · 3 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11(B) A food employee shall store their beverage to prevent contamination of their hands, exposed food, utensils, equipment, and single-use articles.
Personal drink was stored on prep table. CDI- Removed.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P
Two chef salads recorded between 42F-45F. CDI- Re-located to WIC for cooling to 41F. Points not deducted because it is first violation of 2019.
#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 chef salad holding on time at bar but begin time was not recorded. CDI- Begin time recorded.
Nov 13, 2018 A 99 · 1 violation
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and 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
Dented cans not segregated. CDI- Moved to segregated area.
Sep 20, 2018 A 95 · 6 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11(A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employees.-Pf
Front handsink blocked by cart of cardboard. CDI- Moved.
#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 burgers in warmers holding below 135F. Suspected that burgers dropped in temp. during prep work of assembling burgers. CDI- Placed on TPHC to be discarded at 2:00 PM. Assure prep work is done with small batches so burgers are not temp. abused.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17(B) Commercially Prepared and Packaged Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) food shall be date marked at the time the original container is opened in a food establishment and the food is held for more than 24 hours. -Pf
Bag of commercial chicken was not dated. CDI- Dated for date of open, 9/18.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
Observed several small dead cockroaches inside WIC. PIC said pest control sprayed before school started and about once a month. PIC will clean, disinfect, and monitor. If more are found, call pest control
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor.
One sani. bucket stored on floor. Keep off floor.
3-304.14(B) Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at the proper concentration.
Wet cloths observed in prep sinks. Keep in sanitizer buckets. REPEAT
#41 · In-use utensils: properly stored
3-304.12 During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles above the food, in 135F or greater water, or in running water that moves food particles to the drain.
Scoop was in yogurt with handle touching food.
Jan 12, 2018 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 13, 2017 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 21, 2017 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 29, 2016 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 2, 2016 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 3, 2016 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Mar 8, 2016 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 8, 2015 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Sep 8, 2015 A 98 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
May 8, 2015 A 98 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Mar 6, 2015 A 97 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Dec 15, 2014 A 98 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Sep 30, 2014 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Jun 2, 2014 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 6, 2014 A 96 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Nov 15, 2013 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
Violation details for this inspection are not yet loaded on this site. We're still importing older records — check the official county portal for the full report.
Sep 13, 2013 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “STERLING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL” or State ID 2060110162). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.