| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
10
|
0
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
No
|
No |
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed one (1) handwashing sink (sink at far end of prep line) with no handwashing signage. CDI - EHS affixed handwashing sticker to cooler adjacent to handsink. |
|
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 one (1) container of raw bison steak stored above one (1) bin of corn cakes in prep line cooler 2. CDI - EHS rotated raw animal food to sit below ready to eat food in cooler. EHS provided reach in storage order charts for WIC and reach in units.
3-304.11 (A) Food shall only contact surfaces of properly cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils. -P Observed two (2) loose aji peppers sitting on top of pepper box in freezer. CDI - PIC voluntarily disposed of loose, unprotected food.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation |
|
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 three (3) portions of TCS foods (half and half container and cut melon half in WIC, cooked chicken pan in prep line unit 2) with no date markings. Per observations and conversation with head chef, food items had been prepared on day of inspection (12/11/2025.) All other TCS foods were properly date marked. CDI - EHS wrote date marks directly onto packaging of TCS food items.
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 . |
|
25
|
0.50
|
Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods |
No |
No
|
Yes |
3-603.11 (B)(2) Consumer Advisory Disclosures that are asterisked to a footnote shall state, * Items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. -Pf Observed Monthly Specials Menu with asterisked consumer advisory stating ‘*Denotes customer advisory: there is an increased health risk associated with eating undercooked or raw meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or egg.’
Consumer advisory is missing disclosure statement at each menu item or asterisk statement. A verification will occur no later than 12/21/2025. |
|
35
|
0
|
Approved thawing methods used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.13 (E ) Reduced oxygen packaged fish, required to be kept frozen until time of use per labeling, shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration or upon completion of thawing using running water. Observed two (2) ROP mahi fillets in WIC thawing without being removed from deoxygenated environment. CDI - EHS removed mahi from deoxygenated environment via thermometer probe and placed fish fillets back into container. |
|
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 three (3) bottles of oil at grill shelf with no labeling. All other spices and containers were labeled or station labeled accordingly. CDI - EHS affixed station label to oil bottle shelf. |
|
39
|
0
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed one (1) unopened bag of raw potatoes stored on floor adjacent to dry storage racks at start of inspection. Per conversation with head chef, potatoes had been delivered approximately 30 minutes prior to EHS arrival. CDI - Potatoes were elevated to storage without verbal correction by EHS. |
|
44
|
0.50
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed two (2) stacks of recently sanitizes wet pans/containers wet nesting at drying rack. CDI - Warewashing employee separated dish stacks to allow for improved air drying. REPEAT. |
|
52
|
1
|
Sewage & wastewater properly disposed |
Yes |
No
|
No |
5-402.13 Maintain sanitary sewage system according to Law.-P Observed backflow and drainage buildup at drain in front of ice machine. CDI - Plumbing personnel were contacted to address backflow at drain; drainage system was snaked and cleared and grease trap was diagnosed to improve drainage and alleviate backflow. |
|
54
|
0
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
Yes |
No
|
No |
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.Observed one (1) dumpster open at time of inspection. CDI - EHS closed dumpster door before returning to interior premises. |