A97.5
KONARK MEAT MARKET
11328 E INDEPENDENCE BV, UNIT C, Matthews, NC 28105
Meat Market · NC permit/State ID 2060300541
Latest gradeA (97.5)
Last inspectedJun 3, 2026
Inspections on record5
On record sinceJan 14, 2025
Score history
Jan 14, 2025Higher is betterJun 3, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jun 3, 2026 A 97.5 · 5 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed the only hand sink in the meat market blocked by large prep table and trash can. CDI reorganization was done. Repeat
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed paper towel dispenser in disrepair. CDI. PIC removed the paper.
#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 goat meat stored directly on the floor infront of the cooler. CDI. PIC removed
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee working with food without hair covers.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf
Observed meat market without test strips of their own. Will be back to verify on the strips.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee phone stored directly on prep table.
Jan 13, 2026 A 97 · 6 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no one in the facility with food manager certification. Repeat
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed the only hand sink in the meat market blocked by large prep table and trash can. CDI reorganization was done. Repeat
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed paper towel dispenser in disrepair. CDI. PIC removed the paper.
#35 · Approved thawing methods used
Corrected during inspection
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Use approved thawing methods for frozen food such as in a cooler at 41F or below, completely submerged under cold running water according to the Code, or as a part of the cooking process. Pf. Observed lamb thawing in 3 comp sink without running water. CDI. PIC removed to the cooler.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed multiple food items stored directly on the floor.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed water leaks under 3 comp.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed opened dumpster outside.
Jul 31, 2025 A 96 · 7 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no one in the facility with food manager 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 observed pic unable to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of food borne illnesses. CDI- handouts regiven
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF. Also observed no employee heath policy in the facility during inspection. CDI. PIC was given one.
For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf observed pic unable to provide. CDI- handout regiven
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 the only hand sink in the meat market blocked by large prep table and trash can. CDI reorganization was done
#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. Chicken stored directly above goat meat. CDI. PIC removed.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 cooked lamb leg with no date mark. -CDI- PIC date marked the cooked lamb. Repeat
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
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 food stored in same place as customer food. Cdi. PIC removed.
Apr 16, 2025 A 95.5 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: FACILITY MUST MAINTAIN ITS OWN SANITIZER AND TEST STRIPS.
#11 · Food obtained from approved source −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-201.11 (F) Safe handling instructions must appear on the label of all raw meat and poultry as specified in Law.
Observed no safe handling instruction on any of the packaged meats in the display case. Must provide safe handling instructions for all meats sold in the display case. -CDI- PIC placed safe handling instruction stickers on the necessary items. REPEAT*** (2 pts)
#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
Observed cooked lamb leg with no date mark. -CDI- PIC date marked the cooked lamb.
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 .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −2
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf
Observed spray bottle of sanitizer without any labeling. -CDI- PIC labeled the spray bottle. REPEAT*** (2 pts)
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf
Observed meat market without test strips of their own. -CDI- PIC provided the test strips from DESI BITES. REPEAT*** (0.5 pts)
Jan 14, 2025 A 92.5 · 12 violations
Inspector comments: FACILITY, MEAT MKT, MUST MAINTAIN ITS OWN SANITIZER, TEST STRIPS AND THERMOMETER.
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties
Corrected during inspection
2-102.11 (A) - (C )(1), (4)-(16) 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 the operation of the food establishment. -Pf. Observed PIC unable to provide handouts or provide sufficient knowledge of foodborne disease prevention.cdi- handouts regiven
Please visit our resource page, www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety, for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety.
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
Corrected during inspection
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no SS credentials today. CDI - not required for 210 days from permit date
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
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 observed pic unable to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of food borne illnesses. CDI- handouts regiven
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf observed pic unable to provide. CDI- handout regiven
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 employee beverage store on prep table with to go packaging. CDI- removed
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (H) Wash hands before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food.- P observed food employee Donn gloves to bag and or handle raw and or packaged raw goat without first washing hands. CDI- coached
#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 the only hand sink in the meat market blocked by large prep table and trash can. CDI reorganization underway
#11 · Food obtained from approved source −1
3-201.11 (F) Safe handling instructions must appear on the label of all raw meat and poultry as specified in Law. Observed multiple packages of raw animal proteins for sale to public with no safe handling instructions.
#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 in red bucket at 0 ppm chlorine, lactic acid and qac. CDI- discarded
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
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf observed spray bottle of solution. Pic stated it was sanitizer. It was soapy water. CDI- labeled
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf . Observed no thin diameter thermometer in meat mkt. cdi- pic procured from DESI Bites(restaurant of same ownership on same premises)
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Corrected during inspection
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf observed no test strips for sanitizer in meat mkt. CDI- pic procured from restaurant DESI Bites.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “KONARK MEAT MARKET” or State ID 2060300541). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.