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NameLOVE IN ACTION CAFE
Address4419 TUCKASEEGEE ROAD
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28208
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 5/28/2024
Final Score @ Grade
90 A
General CommentsFacility is using both WIC as dry storage room. Facility does cool any foods or hold overnight.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
1 1 PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties No Yes No 2-102.11 (A) - (C )(1), (4)-(16) The Person in charge shall demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of HACCP principles, and the requirements of this code by (A) Complying with the Food Code by having no violations of Priority Items during the current inspection, (B) Being a certified food protection manager, or (C) by responding correctly to the inspector's questions related to the operation of the food establishment. -Pf. Observed facility had priority item violations today. EHS educated PIC on violations and corrections. VR Needed 06-08-24 Please visit our resource page, https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation, for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety.
8 2 Hands clean & properly washed Yes No No 2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P Observed PIC wash hands for less then 20 seconds, and proceeded to turn off faucets with hands and don on new gloves with wet hands to prepare food for service. CDI - EHS observed PIC rewash hands properly. For more information on handwashing, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M . 2-301.14 (H) Wash hands before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food.- P Observed food service worker donning on new gloves without washing hands and proceeded to prepare foods. CDI - PIC instructed food service worker to rewash hands. EHS gave education to staff on best practices for hand washing.
10 1 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible Yes No No 6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed hand washing sink with no soap to properly wash hands. CDI - food service worker provided soap.
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 two containers of plant based milk above 41*F in prep unit. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded both 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
28 1 Toxic substances properly identified stored & used Yes No No 7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P Observed in-use secondary spray bottle filled with bleach with a concentration above 400PPM. Test strip was completely "bleach out." CDI - food service worker diluted bleach to recommended levels of 150PPM. 7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed in-use secondary bottle of bleach without any no labeling.
36 0 Thermometers provided & accurate Yes No No 4-502.11(B) Provide accurately calibrated thermometers. Pf. Observed food service worker using inaccurate thermometer due to low battery displayed on screen. Food Service worker went and found another thermometer that was working accurately. For information on how to properly calibrate a thermometer please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: https://youtu.be/IxXix712KkI
37 1 Food properly labeled: original container Yes Yes 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 five in-use secondary sauce bottles without any identification. CDI - PIC labeled all secondary bottles.
38 1 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals Yes No No 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed live crawling insects near dish room area. 6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed several dead insects throughout establishment. CDI - PIC stated pest control company will be here today to service kitchen.
48 0.50 Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips No No No 4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed 3-comp-sink in use without any test kit for testing concentration levels of quaternary sanitizer. CDI - PIC will order the correct test kit, 10 day verification visit require.
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 low boy pooling water and built up food debris.
55 0 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No No 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 a few ceiling tiles vent and damaged in kitchen area. 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. Observed ceiling of dish room with bare dry wall with paint chippings throughout dish area. 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. Observed several floor tiles missing and broken throughout dish room and kitchen.
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 two phones, chargers, and keys on prep tables throughout kitchen. CDI - -PIC removed all items from kitchen area.