| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
2
|
1
|
Certified Food Protection Manager |
No |
Yes
|
No |
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed PIC with food handler certification. PIC notified that only the manager certification counts toward compliance. -1- REPEAT
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety |
|
10
|
0
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
No |
No
|
No |
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing sign in women’s restroom. Post handwashing sign. -0- |
|
15
|
1.50
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
No
|
No |
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 par cooked lamb stored directly above raw shrimp. CDI - Storage corrected.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed unwrapped seasonings and cooked pita chips under prep table where raw food prep taking place. CDI - PIC covered. -1.5-
3-304.15(A) Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -P Observed food employee used gloves soiled with raw chicken debris pull aluminum foil for wrapping foods going into WI cooler and drip on clean FCSs. CDI - PIC cleaned dishes and educated food employee when to wash hands. |
|
16
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
No |
No
|
No |
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed buildup on blade of band saw used to cut raw meat and several metal pans stored as clean. CDI - PIC instructed cleaning. -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: 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 . |
|
18
|
0
|
Proper cooking time & temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-401.11 Cook raw animal foods to required temperatures. Do not interrupt the cooking process without approved procedures. -P Observed cooked shawarma at 138F placed in WI freezer to cool as rest of spit continued cooking. Product placed in WI freezer to cool until all parts have been shaved. Then, product reheated to FC temperature. This requires an approval for noncontinuous cooking. VR no later than 06/06/2026 to ensure products fully cooked without interruption or facility seeks approval for noncontinuous cooking. -0- |
|
35
|
0
|
Approved thawing methods used |
No |
No
|
Yes |
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 raw beef thawing in prep sink at room temperature. CDI - PIC placed under running water at 75F. Then, product placed in WI cooler to thaw. -0- |
|
47
|
0
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
No |
No
|
No |
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed torn gasket on prep unit at cook line with standing water in bottom, rust buildup on shelving in WI cooler and cracked plastic containers for food. Observed cracks in ramp leading into WI cooler. Repair or replace. -0- |
|
49
|
0
|
Non-food contact surfaces clean |
No |
No
|
No |
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 buildup on shelving throughout facility. Clean often enough to prevent buildup. -0- |
|
55
|
0
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
No |
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 buildup on vent in kitchen. Clean often enough to prevent buildup. -0- |