Sep 21, 2026
A 94.5
· 12 violations
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties −1
Follow-up verification required
2-101.11 (A) PIC shall be present during all hours of operation. -PF: PIC unavailable during inspection. CDI-regional manager arrived at end of inspection.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. PIC or persons in charge had a food handler certification.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting −1
Corrected during inspection
2-102.11 (C ) (2), (3), (17) The Person in charge shall demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of HACCP principles, and the requirements of this code by (A) Complying with the Food Code by having no violations of Priority Items during the current inspection, (B) Being a certified food protection manager, or (C) by responding correctly to the inspector's questions related to employee health process and procedures. -Pf: Ensure all staff is properly educated on employee health policy, illness, symptoms, reportable, and exclusions. CDI-updated policy given
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P: Observed loaf of molded bread on storage rack.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Follow-up verification required
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.: Observed pink residue on ice chute flap in ice machine. Chart stated machine was cleaned for September. Suggest more frequent cleaning as needed. Observed buildup in ice scoop bucket beside ice machine.
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 made plate with sausage links, oatmeal, toast, and eggs--Sausage 120F: CDI- discarded
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 .
#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 bagged sausage links (closed tightly) in reach in 93F Liq eggs (covered) 103F, boiled eggs(covered) 100F in reach in. CDI-placed items in shallow pans, placed in 2 door reach in. Sausage links 60F, eggs 75F, boiled eggs 70F after 30 minutes.
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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed water pooling in bottom of 3 door freezer and faucet nozzle needing to be repaired on prep sink. PIC stated a work order has been placed for equipment (3 door reach in on serving line, freezer, and faucet).
#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 tape residue on clear insert pans (storage rack). Observed gasket needing to be cleaned on 3 door freezer near dish area.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed leak on metal pipe under sprayer sink of dish machine.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed recycle bin door open. Keep closed.
#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 floor needing to be cleaned in dish area (water pooled) and where needed. Observed dust on HVAC vent near 3 comp sink.
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Jan 30, 2024
A 99.5
· 3 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf
EHS provided facility with written procedures for notated rule.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed produce over RTE ham in reach in cooler. CDI, EHS educated PIC on correct storage order and unwashed produce was removed from over RTE food.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 a few floor tiles cracked/in need of repair in kitchen.
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