A99
ELON PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAFETERIA
11425 ARDREY KELL RD, Charlotte, NC 28277
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110203
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedSep 8, 2026
Inspections on record44
On record sinceSep 13, 2013
Score history
Apr 23, 2015Higher is betterSep 8, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 8, 2026 A 99 · 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 3 metal containers with food debris stored as clean.
CDI- Dishes re-washed/rinsed/sanitized. (-0)
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed conveyor dish machine not operating. Part has been delivered and repaired is scheduled for tomorrow. 3 comp sink was set up properly. (-1)
May 27, 2026 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#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 has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C)
Observed container of tomato sauce in WIC dates 05/19.
CDI- PIC voluntarily disposes expired sauce. (-0)
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed conveyor dish machine not operational. Bring into good repair and usable condition at earliest opportunity. (-0.5)
Note: EHS observed compliant ware-washing process at 3 comp sink.
#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 missing tiles just above floor coving outside WIC. Repair at earliest opportunity. (-0)
Dec 2, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 5, 2025 A 99.5 · 2 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 back hand sink.
CDI- PIC restocks paper towels. (-0)
#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 Cesar salads and sliced cantaloupe cooling in sealed portioned containers inside RIC, not decreasing in temp after 20 minutes.
CDI- PIC relocates items to WIC for rapid cooling. (-0.5)
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
Apr 7, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 9, 2025 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 hamburgers and cheeseburgers in hot holding cabinet <135F. CDI- PIC turns up heat on cabinet, returns burgers to oven for reheat back to 165F before returning to HH/serving line. (-1.5)
Sep 10, 2024 A 97.5 · 3 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed no soap at hand sink 1. PIC states both dispensers are broken and there is nowhere to place a single use soap container. A work order has been called in, hands sinks 2 and 3 being used at this time. 10 day VR required. (-1)
#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 in 3 comp sink at >500PPM. Manufacturer label states to use at 200-400PPM for food contact surfaces. CDI- PIC dillutes sanitizer to 400PPM, and states they will call in work order to have the automatic dispenser serviced. (-1)
#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 no hot water dish machine thermometer onsite. PIC states they will procure one at the earliest opportunity. 10 day VR required. (-.05)
May 6, 2024 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed quat in sanitize bucket at <50PPM. CDI- new quat mixture at 200PPM is made up. (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
#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 3 cheese sticks at front service line 42-43F. PIC states they were just moved there from WIC (for where ambient air is 30F), opts to place them in cooling drawer where they rapidly fall to 41F. EHS recommends close monitoring of service line cold holding, utilizing TPHC and cold drawers as needed. (-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 .
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed no drain plug at one of two dumpsters. PIC states it was recently replaced and has already gone missing again. Maintenance will be called to replace drain plug. (-0)
Feb 21, 2024 A 99 · 2 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf EHS observed no soap at rear handsink in kitchen. PIC states that work order has been put in to fix dispenser. A 10 day VR will be conducted. -1 point
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. EHS observed dumpster with no drain plug.- 0 points
Nov 17, 2023 A 99 · 3 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination.
Ice machine white shield had brown build up on it. CDI - Cleaned on site.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
One wet cloth stored on prep sink dry board, Keep in sanitizer buckets.
#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.
Fan in dish pit dusty and needs cleaning.
Sep 8, 2023 A 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Handwashing sink in dish room is turned off due to safety concerns of burn hazards from hot water. Sink is on same plumbing as another handwashing sink accessible to children.
Inspection conducted with Noel Lamarre.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place.
Drain plug missing from trash dumpster. PIC Jasmine Mathis showed EHS work order for drain plug replacement.
May 10, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 10, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 4, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 30, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 27, 2022 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed in use sanitizer bucket with 100ppm QUAC sanitizer. QUAC Sanitizer should be between 200-400ppm per facilities Alco Secured QUAC sanitizer. CDI-QUAC levels adjusted to 200ppm.
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine with Pink film and in need of cleaning.
Feb 23, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 9, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 26, 2021 A 100 · 1 violation
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
No Points Deducted:
Observed sanitizer in a bucket and in the three compartment sink at 50ppm quat. Sanitizers were not being used at the time (staff were on break). Sanitizers were remade before lunch service started.
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P
May 13, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 19, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 3, 2020 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 8, 2019 A 99 · 1 violation
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Observed ice dumped into handsink closest to hotbox. CDI - Ice was removed. Discussed with PIC about using handsinks only for handwashing. There are signs at every handsink that states that dumping of ice or food in handsinks is prohibited.
Sep 13, 2019 A 97 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed several plastic containers and plastic lids with sticker residue still not them but stored as clean. CDI - Items sent for rewashing.
#20 · 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 the bottom 3 trays of side caesar salads in cold box maintaining temperature of 47F. The 3 trays above them were maintaining temperature of 34F. PIC stated all items were prepped and cooled in WIC at the same time before bringing them out to cold box. CDI - Bottom 3 trays moved to freezer for flash freezing. Temperatures are now 37F-39F.
Also observed container of shredded cheese in cold box at temperature of 49F. CDI - Item was placed in freezer for flash freezing and reached 40F.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
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 metal container of salsa (from a can) in WIC dated 8/27/19. Item has passed 7-day shelf life. CDI - Item voluntarily discarded.
May 21, 2019 A 97.5 · 8 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency - P - Observed ice machine internal baffle accumulating pink residue. Ensure ice machine cleaned at required frequency and according to manufacturer's specifications.
#21 · Proper date marking and 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 turkey sandwich prepared on Friday according to PIC not date marked in bag lunch. CDI, sandwich voluntarily discarded by PIC.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records
Corrected during inspection
General Comment: 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 salads recently removed from temperature control to be used on TPHC but start time not identified on board. PIC stated staff recently brought salads out.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed fly in facility.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed pan wet stacked on storage rack. Ensure proper drying methods are followed.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - C - Observed standing hot hold warmer not working according to PIC.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed sticker residues on outside of clean pans on storage rack. Repeat.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11 Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers - C - Observed personal food stored above consumer food on shelf inside walk in freezer.
Feb 26, 2019 A 98 · 4 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-301.14 When to Wash - P - Observed employee on soiled drainboard side of dish machine and handle soiled equipment then proceed to handle clean equipment on clean side of drainboard. CDI by instruction. Repeat.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed 1 bucket of quat sanitizer at 100ppm as registered by test kit. Observed wet cloth used to stabilize cutting board at melon prep sink.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - C - Observed low steamer not working but work order has been placed on unit according to PIC. Observed a plastic container with heavy crack. CDI, container removed from use by PIC.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed some sticker residues on outside of clean plastic containers at dry storage rack.
Nov 8, 2018 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed employee drinking from open beverage container.
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 When to Wash - P - Observed food employee touch garbage can then handle food ingredient container to prepare food without washing their hands. CDI by instruction.
#33 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
3-501.13 Use approved thawing methods. Observed sandwich meat thawing in standing water at prep table.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed some food on ground in walk in cooler.
Aug 30, 2018 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf - Observed food employee place baking sheet tray of food on handwashing sink to load holding unit with food. CDI, keep hand washing sink free and accessible for employee use. CDI by instruction.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
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 tray of salads prepared from morning before not date marked in refrigeration unit.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - C - Observed condensation drip in walk in cooler from light to shelves.
#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 outdoor dumpster not kept closed with tight fitting lids and trash on lids. Keep trash enclosed with tight fitting lids to prevent pest harborage conditions.
Jan 12, 2018 A 97.5 · 5 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 the corn dogs hot holding below 135F in the hot box. CDI-The corndogs were placed back into the oven to reheat.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P
Observed butter being held above 45F at the serve lines. The container of butter were being kept on ice but the ice was not touching the container. CDI-The butter was placed into the walk in for rapid cooling and more ice will be added to the container to keep the product at the correct temperatures.
#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 the salads being held on time without the time being written on the white board. CDI-The salads were removed and placed back into the walk in cooler until lunch begins.
#32 · Plant food properly cooked for hot holding −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-401.13 Cook fruits and vegetables to a minimum of 135F when the food will be moved to hot holding. -Pf
Observed the golden potatoes not fully cooked to 135F. Some of the potatoes were only reaching 50F, 94F, and 120F. CDI-The potatoes were placed into the steam table again and finished cooking to about 160F.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and 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.
Observed missing grouting in the floors throughout the facility, especially the dish machine area. Have repaired. REPEAT.
Nov 2, 2017 A 99 · 2 violations
#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 lids to the red, recycling dumpster. Have repaired.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and 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.
Observed missing grouting on the floor throughout the facility. Have repaired. REPEAT.
Sep 28, 2017 A 99 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and 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. Observed flooring with missing grouting throughout the facility especially in the dish machine room. Have repaired. REPEAT.
May 22, 2017 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 17, 2017 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 2, 2016 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 29, 2016 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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May 11, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 24, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 13, 2015 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 28, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 23, 2015 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 12, 2014 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 4, 2014 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Mar 26, 2014 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 13, 2013 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “ELON PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAFETERIA” or State ID 2060110203). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.