| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
11
|
1
|
Food obtained from approved source |
No |
No
|
Yes |
3-201.11(A) Use food from approved sources only.-P Observed facility offering desserts for sale with no labels. PIC stated that they are purchased from a lady that they know. PIC was not able to provide proof of purchase from a permitted facility. PIC removed all desserts from for sale and will provide proof of purchase VR needed 8-29-25 |
|
15
|
0
|
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 beef above RTE food in the RIF. CDI PIC moved steak to large freezer.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
16
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
No |
No
|
No |
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed the dish machine sanitizer at 10 ppm chlorine after running 3 times and changing out sanitizer container. PIC called maintenance during inspection. VR needed 8-29-25
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
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed the dicer and a strainer stored as clean with food debris. CDI PIC moved items to 3 comp 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 . |
|
23
|
1.50
|
Proper date marking & disposition |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). Observed multiple cooked tcs foods in the lowboy cooler and RIC not date marked. PIC stated that they were cooked on 8-24 and 8-25. PIC put date marked on the pans. Also observed an open container of milk in the cooler up front espresso arenot date marked. CDI PIC put date on container.
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 . |
|
24
|
1.50
|
Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.19 (A) (1) Written procedures for Time as a Public Health Control shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the establishment, and made available for the Health Department upon request. Written TPHC procedures must specify methods of compliance with 3-501.19 (B) or (C). -Pf. Observed facility holding prep unit on time without written procedures completed. Previous inspector dropped off the form to PIC but he did not complete it. CDI PIC completed the form today.
TPHC procedure template may be found at: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety |
|
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 2 squeeze bottles of oil at the grill not labeled. CDI PIC labeled bottles. |
|
38
|
0
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
No
|
No |
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed a gap at the bottom of the back door. |
|
44
|
0
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens 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 clean bowls stored on the top shelf unprotected in the kitchen. CDI PIC took bowls to 3 dish room. |
|
47
|
0
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
No |
No
|
No |
4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent
cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed shelf holding clean dishes lined with cardboard. |
|
48
|
1
|
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips |
No |
No
|
No |
4-501.14 Warewashing machines and the compartments/drainboards of sinks used for washing and rinsing equipment, utensils, raw food, etc. shall be cleaned before use, throughout the day to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils, and at least every 24 hours if used. Observed dish machine exterior and crates with large amount of black buildup that comes off on your hands when touched. EHS advised PIC to do a deep cleaning of dish machine and all parts associated with the dish machine. |
|
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 residue on handles of RICs, shelves, inside of 4 rice cooker’s rims and lids. Also Observed debris in RIF and large amount of grease buildup on the interior of the Hood at the grill. More frequent cleaning throughput is required. REPEAT |
|
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 build up and residue on floors throughout (including the WIF). Observed black dust around ceiling vents. REPEAT |