A99.5

PUBLIX #1470 MEAT MARKET

6828 MATTHEWS-MINT HILL RD, Mint Hill, NC 28227

Meat Market · NC permit/State ID 2060300397

Latest gradeA (99.5)

Last inspectedJul 27, 2026

Inspections on record35

On record sinceJan 21, 2015

Score history

Jan 21, 2015Higher is betterJul 27, 2026

Inspections & violations

Jul 27, 2026 A 99.5 · 2 violations

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5

Repeat violation

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 splatter present on the exterior portion of 4 styrofoam single service platters. Ensure single service items are stored in a way to preclude splatter or splash.

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed condenser piping in the cutting room with a small leak. Leak did not occur to be condensation but rather deterioration of the piping. Ensure this is repaired.

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Apr 1, 2026 A 98 · 3 violations

#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2

Corrected during inspection

2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P- Observed food employee leave the cutting floor of the meat department through the rear door in the facility, re-enter into the cutting floor and go over to a cutting table to begin working with raw unpackaged meat. EHS observed that food employee must wash hands prior to starting to work back with food, spoke to the PIC and PIC stopped the food employee. -CDI- PIC then educated the food employee on proper when to wash procedures, and food employee washed hands following proper procedures. Ensure food employees are trained on proper hand washing techniques including where, when, and how to properly wash.

#15 · Food separated & protected

Corrected during inspection

3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P- Observed raw turkey burgers stored over raw beef in the WIC. Ensure that proper storage order procedures are maintained and that raw poultry is stored below raw beef. -CDI- Food employee rearranged storage order to reflect proper storage order procedures. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Corrected during inspection

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 3 styrofoam meat plates with beef residue present on them. Observed 3 stacks of styrofoam meat plates stored with the food contact surface facing upward. -CDI- PIC discarded 1 of the stacks and inverted the other 2.

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Dec 9, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation

#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. Observed biofilm soil and build up present on the condenser/condenser PVC piping in the beef and pork WIC. Observed soil present on the shelving in the chicken WIC. Ensure that non food contact surfaces are maintained as clean and free from any buildup. -PIC stated he would put a work order in for biofilm in beef and pork WIC.

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Sep 29, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Apr 11, 2025 A 99 · 2 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed a push cart full of boxes holding raw meats actively being used for prep, blocking access to the handsink next to the 3-compartment sink. CDI: PIC moved push cart so that the handsink is not blocked for employee use.

#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 meat debris on the blade of one of the slicers. Food employee stated that they had not used the slicer today. CDI: Food employee took the meat slicer down to re-wash/rinse/sanitize at the 3-compartment sink. 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 .

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Jan 13, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Oct 8, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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May 22, 2024 A 98.5 · 3 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use - Pf. Observed equipment and utility carts obstructing one hand washing sink in meat prep room. CDI - Obstructions removed by PIC. -0-

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

REPEAT VIOLATION: 4-101.11 (A) - (E) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed rusted knife sharpener stored inside utensil rack at prep table. CDI - Utensil voluntarily discarded by PIC. 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed damaged strip curtains at meat department walk-in cooler. Replace. -1-

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5

Repeat violation

REPEAT VIOLATION: 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 general cleaning needed on flooring inside of the walk-in freezer. keep clean. -0.5-

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Jan 10, 2024 A 99.5 · 2 violations

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5

Corrected during inspection

4-101.11 (A) - (E) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed rust on knife sharpener stored as clean at 3-compartment drain board. CDI - Utensil removed. -0.5-

#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 general cleaning needed on flooring inside of the walk-in freezer. keep clean. -0-

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Aug 10, 2023 A 97 · 5 violations

#15 · Food separated & protected

Corrected during inspection

3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. - P. Observed raw turkey stored over raw pork inside of walk-in cooler. No physical evidence of contamination observed. CDI - EHS educated staff on proper storage order and storage order corrected. -0- For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation.

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

REPEAT: 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. - Pf. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 two meat cuber blade rollers, chopper and a knife stored as clean with visible food debris and build-up. Also observed accumulation of dried food debris on pork band saw. CDI - PIC moved all utensils to 3-compartment sink to W/R/S. -3-

#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 spray bottle containing food equipment lubricant stored above clean cutting boards in meat prep area. No physical evidence of contamination observed. CDI - Spray bottle relocated to chemical storage area. -0-

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Corrected during inspection

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed live fly sitting on pork cutting machine table. CDI - PIC exterminated pest. -0-

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed non-functional pork cutting machine. PIC stated that food employees have been utilizing additional equipment and are W/R/S between different animal proteins. Repair. -0-

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Mar 15, 2023 A 97 · 1 violation

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 two meat cuber blade rollers stored as clean with visible food debris and build-up. Observed cutting knife stored as clean with visible food debris present REPEAT CDI: PIC moved cuber rollers and soiled knife to 3-comp sink to W/R/S.

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Nov 29, 2022 A 98.5 · 1 violation

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 approximately a half dozen knives stored as clean with food debris. CDI PIC moved knives to 3 comp sink to be washed rinsed and sanitized. REPEAT Full points not taken due to decreased level of violations. - 1.5

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Sep 19, 2022 A 95 · 5 violations

#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P - Observed food employee wash hands turn facuet off with their bare hands then proceeding to next task. CDI by instruction. Employee re-washed hands and used barrier to turn faucet off to prevent recontamination of hands.

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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-h08 . Observed grinder stored as clean but soiled with raw meat debris. Observed trays stored as clean at 3 compartment sink but soiled with dried food debris. CDI, trays relocated for cleaning and grinder cleaned and sanitized.

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

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 a few single-use trays removed from protective packaging and with food debris on outside. CDI, trays voluntarily discarded.

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Corrected during inspection

General Comment: 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Ensure 3 compartment sink stocked with detergent and sanitizer. Observed detergent and sanitizer at sink but was running low in containers.

#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 some meat debris and soil on some shelving in display cases and near packing unit in prep area.

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Feb 17, 2022 A 98.5 · 2 violations

#8 · Hands clean & properly washed

Corrected during inspection

2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P - Observed food employee wash hands turn facuet off with their bare hands then proceed to handle clean single-service gloves. CDI by instruction. Employee re-washed hands and used barrier to turn faucet off to prevent recontamination of hands.

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5

Corrected during inspection

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf - Observed multiple trays stored on rack as clean but had microbial growth and dried food debris. CDI, trays relocated for cleaning.

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Oct 13, 2021 A 99 · 3 violations

#8 · Hands clean & properly washed

Corrected during inspection

2-301.12. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 15 secs, rinse, and dry without recontaminating hands. -P - Observed food employee turn faucet off with their bare hands. CDI by instruction.

#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used −0.5

4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed stack of single-service trays removed from protective packaging on shelf and with raw meat debris / soil.

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed pipe leak on above / nearby 3 compartment sink. PIC stated maintenance currently on-site for repair.

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Apr 29, 2021 A 100 · details not yet loaded