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NameSHOWMARS - NORTHLAKE
Address6801 NORTHLAKE MALL DR
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28216
Premise Type2 - Food Stands
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 5/7/2024
Final Score @ Grade
94.50 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
5 0 Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events Yes No No 2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf Observed no written procedures available, PIC indicated the mall maintenance personnel are responsible for this activity; therefore no points deducted, but EHS provided plan for PIC to post and will discuss with mall management to ensure the correct procedures are provided for maintenance and used. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
6 0 Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use Yes No No 2-401.11 (B) Closed beverage containers may be used if the container is handled to prevent contamination of the employee's hands, the container, and exposed food; clean equipment, utensils and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Observed employee drinks stored in dry goods racks and on ice machine above prep table. CDI: drinks were properly relocated.
16 1.50 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized No No No 4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed build up in ice machine & on ice scoop holder (which was cleaned/sanitized, along w/scoop, during inspection).
22 1.50 Proper cold holding temperatures Yes No No 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed TCS items in first flip top unit (top) holding >41F. CDI: Items voluntarily discarded since placed in unit as of opening time. Replacement items placed in flip top #2. Will return for verification visit to ensure unit is repaired (drawers in unit holding at 41F). 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 .
28 0 Toxic substances properly identified stored & used Yes No No 7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed 2 spray bottles (degreaser and bleach) unlabeled. CDI: items labeled properly.
35 0 Approved thawing methods used Yes No No 3-501.12 Food that is being slacked shall be held in refrigeration at 41F and below or at any temperature if the food remains frozen. 3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf Observed bag of hushpuppies thawed at room temp at temp of 46 (unsure if being slacked or thawed; regardless, use approved methods to ensure temp<41F). CDI: product taken out of freezer 1 hour ago; therefore, placed in refrigerator for cooling
37 0 Food properly labeled: original container Yes No No 3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed spices in plastic container at wait station unlabeled. CDI: Item properly labeled.
39 1 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display Yes No No 3-303.12(B)(C)(D) Unpackaged food may not be stored in direct contact with undrained ice except: whole raw fruits or vegetables; cut raw vegetables such as celery, carrots, or potatoes; tofu; and raw poultry and raw fish received immersed in ice. Observed raw fish and shrimp stored in water in the walk-in and ice and undrained water in the reach-in. CDI: water drained from containers.
40 0 Personal cleanliness No No No 2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed personnel preparing food w/ no head covering
43 0.50 In-use utensils: properly stored Yes No No 3-304.12 (C ) Store in-use utensils on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment. The utensils and storage surface must be cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. Observed knife stored in between reach-in and table. CDI: knife taken for w/r/san
49 1 Non-food contact surfaces clean No Yes 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 cleaning needed for racks, equipment wheels and legs, and under & around surfaces where accumulation exists. Repeat
56 0 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used Yes No No 6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed purse and personal items stored in dry storage racks w/ restaurant items. CDI: Items relocated properly.