| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
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|---|
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3
|
0
|
Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure. -Pf- Observed PIC not able to present signed attestation of EHP for BOH staff. -CDI- PIC trained and had staff sign while EHS was present. -0-
For more information on employee health policy, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety |
|
15
|
3
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed food throughout missing protective coverings. -CDI- PIC properly covered items.
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 chorizo stored over raw whole muscle beef in RIC. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork in RIFs (items were outside of original packaging). -CDI- PIC corrected storage order.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P- Observed raw chorizo stored over RTE items such as milk and eggs in RIC and stored directly on top of hot dogs. Observed bag of corn stored on top of container of raw marinated chicken with plastic covering. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order. **REPEAT** -3-
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
3-304.11 (A) Food shall only contact surfaces of properly cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils. -P- Observed hot dog outside of original packaging touching RIC shelving. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded. |
|
16
|
0
|
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 food debris on dishes stored as clean. -CDI- PIC moved items to dishpit to be W/R/S. Per PIC, some items not in use. Remove items not in use or ensure they are stored clean.
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 .
4-602.12 (B) The cavities and door seals of microwave ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. Observed interiors of microwaves in need of cleaning on top and back surface. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. -0- |
|
19
|
0
|
Proper reheating procedures for hot holding |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-403.11 (A),(D) Reheat all TCS foods to 165F within 2 hours if food is to be hot held until service. -P- Observed black beans reheated to 137F (2nd time). -CDI- PIC reheated to 178F. -0- |
|
20
|
1.50
|
Proper cooling time & temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P.- Observed 2 containers of rice prepared prior day between 44-45F. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items. -1.5-
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . |
|
23
|
0
|
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)./3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C). Observed 2 soups improperly date marked: 3/2-3/8 (should be 2/2-2/8 Per PIC). Observed no date mark on shredded mozzarella cheese and shredded lettuce in RIC. Observed items past date mark: carrots and garlic in oil mixture 1/30-2/5. -CDI- PIC properly date marked items and voluntarily discarded items past date. -0-
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 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)(1) Consumer Advisory Disclosures shall indicate that the animal-derived food is or can be served raw or undercooked by using words and phrases such as raw, undercooked, cooked to order, etc., or by asterisking to a footnote per 3-603.11 (B)(2). -Pf- Observed no asterisks or proper phrases next to eggs offered cooked to order (per PIC). **10 DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED BY 2/16/2026** -0.5- |
|
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 no label on spray bottle. Per PIC, contents were bleach. -CDI- PIC properly labeled items. -0-
7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-P- Observed bottle of raid. -CDI- PIC removed. |
|
33
|
0.50
|
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control |
Yes |
Yes
|
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 two large container of rice prepared prior day that did not meet cooling parameters. Items were found cooling in WIC in large containers, densely packed, one container had a lid and was stored directly in/on top of other rice container that was also cooling. Observed yuca cooling at a low rate, densely packed, especially in the middle. Observed pupusas cooling at a low rate stacked in large pile with protective wax paper and foil. -CDI- EHS educated PIC on proper cooling methods and PIC voluntarily discarded items that had missed cooling parameters and unstacked, uncovered, and separated into thinner layers other items that were cooling. **REPEAT** -0.5-
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 . |
|
39
|
0
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
No |
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 boxes of consome and peppers stored on floor in dry storage area. -0- |
|
43
|
0
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
No |
No
|
No |
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed spoon stored with handle touching spice. Observed bowl with no spoon used to scoop dry beans. -0- |
|
44
|
1
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
No |
Yes
|
No |
4-903.11 (B) After cleaning and sanitizing, clean equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying and covered or inverted. Observed standing water and wet stacking with dishes stored as clean. **REPEAT** -1- |
|
47
|
0
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
No |
No
|
No |
4-101.17 (A) Wood and wood wicker may not be used as a food-contact surface. Observed wooden spoons. Remove.
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed cutting boards with deep cuts and groves in need of replacement due to no longer being smooth and easily cleanable. Resurface or replace.
4-101.11 (A) - (E ) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C ) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed some single-use/single-serve containers that were being stored clean to be reused. -0- |
|
49
|
0.50
|
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 throughout in shelving of WIC, tops, sides, doors, and interiors of equipment, stove ranges, etc. Observed NFCS of thermometers in need of cleaning. Observed exterior surfaces of containers used for storing spices and other items in need of cleaning. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. **REPEAT** -0.5- |
|
51
|
0
|
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices |
No |
No
|
No |
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed leak beneath 3-comp sink. Repair. -0- |
|
55
|
0
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
No |
6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture./6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed some chipped floor tiles. Repair.
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 food splash and other buildup on walls throughout, especially near trash can and at grill line. Observed dusty ceiling tiles and light fixtures. Observed dust buildup on top of soap and paper towel dispensers. Observed floors in need of cleaning in hard to reach areas, especially beneath and behind equipment. Observed buildup inside of floor drains. Observed dusty vent cover. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. -0-
6-501.114 The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer in use. Observed items throughout that per PIC, were no longer in use. Remove. |