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NameCREATIVE CATERING
Address1401 ALLEN ST
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28205
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 12/6/2023
Final Score @ Grade
96.50 A
General CommentsWhen specialized methods of food processing are used, the PERMIT HOLDER shall obtain prior written approval from the REGULATORY AUTHORITY. This includes grilling outdoors without prior approval from Permitting section of the Health Department.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
15 1.50 Food separated & protected Yes No No 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw shell eggs stored above relish and other ready to eat items. CDI PIC moved eggs below the ready to eat items. Repeat For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
20 0 Proper cooling time & temperatures Yes No No 3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P. Observed watermelon and canteloupe holding above 41F still in cooling process from preparation the day before. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded. 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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Cooling Food Safely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .
33 0 Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control Yes No No 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 cut melons from day before tightly wrapped in plastic still in cooling phase, exceeding cooling time parameters. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded items. 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 0 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No No No .2663 Outdoor Dining and Beverage Facilities shall comply with the following. (a) A food establishment may provide outdoor dining and beverage service. (b) Beverages may be prepared outdoors if all equipment and utensils are provided with overhead protection. (c) Portable cooking, food, and beverage serving facilities shall be allowed for food service provided to a club, organization, or private individual as a planned event and from which the public is excluded. All open food and utensils shall be provided with overhead protection or otherwise equipped with individual covers such as domes, chafing lids, or cookers with hinged lids. (d) Food and beverage equipment and supplies shall be located in enclosed areas and protected from environmental contamination when not in operation. Observed facility using outdoor portable grill with no cover to prepare steak. Steak was no longer on premises and had already been delivered to event. Coals were still smoking from recent use. EHS educated PIC on discontinuing grilling outdoors until preapproval has been acquired or strictly adheres to all parts of Senate Bill 24 N.C.G.S. 130-248 .
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 heavy build up on shelving and front of equipment, stoves, reach in coolers. Needs more frequent cleaning to preclude buildup. Repeat
51 0 Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices No No No 5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed floor drain in dish room draining slowly. PIC stated repairman has been called
55 1 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes 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 heavy buildup and debris along floor edge, lower wall, under and around equipment. Needs more frequent cleaning to preclude from buildup and debris. Repeat
56 0 Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used No No No 6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed personal items stored next to single use items. Designate separate are away from customer food and equipment for personal items.