A99
MINT HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL LUNCHR
11501 IDLEWILD RD, Mint Hill, NC 28105
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110166
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedSep 14, 2026
Inspections on record34
On record sinceOct 4, 2013
Score history
Oct 4, 2013Higher is betterSep 14, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 14, 2026 A 99 · 1 violation
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed hand sink closest to the office with a leak on the faucet leading to water spraying onto the floor. Ensure that the handsink is repaired and maintained in good repair. Observed bathroom hand sink with similar leak.
PIC Joshua stated that a work order has been placed for both sinks.
Mar 5, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 4, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#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 Hot holding of chicken filet sandwiches in a HH cabinet between 117-120F. PIC stated they should not have been put in the HH cabinet on cold buns. The chicken sandwiches were removed from oven and added into the HH cabinet 30 minutes prior. EHS stated that the sandwiches could be reheated back up to 165F or discarded due to the time frame of being out of temperature. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the chicken sandwiches.
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 .
#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 several water pitchers with sticker residue present on the exterior non food contact portion of them. PIC stated that water pitchers are rarely used.
Sep 4, 2025 A 99 · 3 violations
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
3-307.11 Protect food from contamination sources not specifically noted by the code. Observed ice condensation building up along pipe in the walk in freezer (under both condensation units) Ice is starting to build up on boxes of food and shelving. Remove the ice and relocate the food from under these pipes until repaired. PIC placed work order to have to repaired during the inspection
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice condensation building up along pipe in the walk in freezer (under both condensation units) Repair, remove ice. Ice is starting to build up on boxes of food and shelving. Remove the ice and relocate the food from under these pipes until repaired. PIC placed work order to have to repaired during the inspection
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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 paint peeling along the wall near the mop sink. Repair/repaint. PIC placed work order during the inspection to have repaired.
May 1, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#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
Observed two sheet trays of pre-cooked sausage biscuits with visible condensation inside the packages temping above 41F inside the WIC. PIC saw on temp log chart that these were place in the WIC to cool down at 8:40AM. EHS observed this at 12:45PM. PIC stated they usually utilize the WIF to cool these pre-wrapped packages down for whatever is leftover from breakfast, but food employee placed into the WIC instead by mistake.
CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded, saying the product wouldn’t be tasty to serve next day anyways.
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 .
Jan 28, 2025 A 99.5 · 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 one metal pan with visible food debris stored in the clean dish rack.
CDI: PIC removed pan and took it to the dish room to be properly washed/rinsed/sanitized.
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 .
#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 one bucket of QUAT sanitizer at the serving line reading just barely at 50ppm.
CDI: PIC dumped the bucket of sanitizer and refreshed with fresh QUAT sanitizer reading at 200ppm.
**Note: All other sanitizer buckets were reading at proper concentrations.
Oct 21, 2024 A 98 · 5 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41 F or less. - P. Observed yogurt bags and portioned caesar salads being maintained > 41 F in their respective cold holding units since 10:30 AM. Refer to temperature observation chart. Upon further investigation, it was determined that 1 of 2 units was malfunctioning. CDI - All TCS foods transferred to the walk-in freezer to cool down. PIC has placed an emergency work order for repairs to unit. -1.5-
***3 Day verification visit is required.
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
3-501.18 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 green leaf lettuce held past 7 day requirement (10/9-10/15) in the walk-in cooler. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded product. -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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead crawling insect inside reach-in refrigeration unit and sticky trap with dead pests in office. Remove. -0-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed 2 refrigeration units out of order. 1 of 2 not in use. Repair or replace. -0-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT VIOLATION: 5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed waste accumulation on ground underneath and surrounding dumpster receptacles. -0.5-
Apr 15, 2024 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135 F or above. - P. Observed 2 pans of chicken sandwiches hot holding below 135 F. Refer to temperature observation chart. CDI - Products re-heated > 165 degrees F by PIC. -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://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ.
#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 deep container full of LTP (lettuce, tomato & pickles) inside of the walk-in cooler cooling at a 1 degree change after 20 minutes. CDI - Product separated into smaller portions on sheet pans. Observed temperatures decrease towards < 41 F after 15 minutes. -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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU.
#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 at 0 P.P.M. quat solution. CDI - PIC discarded solution and refreshed with new sanitizer registering at 200 P.P.M. -0-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed waste on ground underneath dumpster receptacle. -0-
Jan 16, 2024 A 99 · 1 violation
#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 three bottles of hand sanitizer stored above single service food wraps on shelving in dry storage room. No physical evidence of contamination observed. CDI - PIC relocated chemicals to designated location. -1-
Sep 22, 2023 A 96.5 · 11 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with EHS, Courtni Brown and PIC, Mary Deluca present.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 When to Wash - P. Observed non-kitchen employee enter kitchen and grab ice from ice machine without washing hands. Ice scooper came into contact with personal water cup. Individuals must properly wash hands prior to engaging in any kitchen activities. CDI by instruction. PIC relocated ice scooper to 3-compartment sink to be W/R/S.
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. - P. Observed food employee wash hands and re-contaminate them on faucet handles. CDI - Employee coached and hands properly washed. -2-
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. - Pf. Observed no soap available at hand washing sink next to exterior door. Signage posted on soap dispenser states “Soap broke do not use”. CDI - Soap pump provided at this station. -0-
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. - P. Observed insufficient quaternary sanitizer concentration of < 100 P.P.M. at the 3-compartment sink. CDI - PIC discarded solution and remade new solution registering at 200 P.P.M. -0-
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.
#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 no date marking on cooked hot dogs. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded product. -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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed case of canned goods stored directly on the floor inside of dry storage room.
REPEAT: 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 1x dented can of pizza sauce stored on prep counter with another intact can for facility use. CDI - PIC removed dented can to office. Points scaled back due to improvement from previous inspection. -1-
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wiping cloths at 0 P.P.M. quat solution. -0-
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
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 food debris on spatula stored on hanging shelving. Employee present unable to verify when it was last used. CDI - Utensil relocated to 3-compartment sink and W/R/S. -0-
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5
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 unprotected single use food trays stored inside of reach-in drawer at the line. Several trays found to have food debris. CDI - Utensils voluntarily discarded by PIC. -0.5-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed various refrigeration units out of order. Units not in use. Repair or replace. -0-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.16 (C) Provide waste bins in required areas including at handwash sinks. Observed no waste bins available at 2x hand washing stations. -0-
#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 non-functional hand washing sink soap dispenser. PIC states that a work order has been submitted for repairs.
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 spilled milk on floor inside of walk-in cooler. Keep clean. -0-
Apr 19, 2023 A 98 · 3 violations
#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 2 pans of hot dogs in hot box below 135F. CDI: One pan was reheated to 191F, the other one was voluntarily discarded.
All other hot holding was correct.
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 .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
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 multiple dented cans being stored on shelving with cans for facility use. CDI: PIC placed items in separate area to be sent back.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed faucet leaking at 3 compartment sink. PIC stated they have placed a repair ticket.
Nov 17, 2022 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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. Observed dented can being stored on the shelf with other cans for use. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded the item.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wiping cloths at 50ppm quat.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed leak at 3 compartment sink. Repair.
Sep 28, 2022 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine in need of cleaning.
#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: 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 hamburgers in hot cabinet below 135F. CDI: Hamburgers were reheated to above 165F.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wiping cloths at 50 ppm quat. CDI: Sanitizer bucket was changed.
Jan 20, 2022 A 99 · 1 violation
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −1
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 no label on container of what PIC identified as sugar. CDI: Sugar labeled.
Oct 22, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 25, 2021 A 99 · 2 violations
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed test strips expired and not accurate per EHS test strips. VERIFICATION REQUIRED .
#52 · Garbage and 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 dumpster door open on cardboard dumpster. CDI: Door closed. REPEAT VIOLATION
5-501.114 Ensure drain plug on dumpsters, waste containers is in place. Observed missing drain plug on dumpster. CDI: PIC called dumpster company and they will be bringing a plug tomorrow.
Oct 27, 2020 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#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 some build up on the gaskets of walk ins.
#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 missing lid on one dumpster. EHS advised PIC to call maintenance or dumpster provider for a new lid.
Oct 23, 2019 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 Hamburgers in warmer at 110F. CDI. Burgers put in oven to reheat before service.
Jan 25, 2019 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 3, 2018 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on counter by service line. CDI - Relocated to santizing solution.
May 2, 2018 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 15, 2018 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Oct 18, 2017 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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May 11, 2017 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 30, 2017 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 29, 2016 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 12, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 15, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 16, 2015 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 22, 2015 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 23, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 23, 2014 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 17, 2014 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded
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Oct 4, 2013 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MINT HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL LUNCHR” or State ID 2060110166). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.