| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
2
|
1
|
Certified Food Protection Manager |
No |
Yes
|
No |
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.
Observed PIC without ANSI accredited food protection manager certification. PIC demonstrated knowledge by answering questions during and after inspection. REPEAT.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety |
|
10
|
0
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
No
|
No |
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing sign at the handsink in female restroom. CDI - EHS provided new sign to stick on dispenser. |
|
16
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
4-602.11 (A) (4) Food contact surface of a thermometer shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, before using or storing. P.
Observed one (1) of two analog thermometers with a soiled cover and interior on stem was soiled with build up. CDI - EHS wiped thermometer clean during calibrations. REPEAT. |
|
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). Observed two (2) open portions of TCS, non date mark exempt food (French fries and tater tots) in standing RIC with no date marks. Per conversation with PIC, food items had been opened within the previous day. CDI - EHS and PIC reviewed date marking requirements and EHS affixed 7 day date marks (2/3 - 2/9) to food bags.
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 . |
|
35
|
1
|
Approved thawing methods used |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C) Use approved thawing methods for frozen food such as in a cooler at 41F or below, completely submerged under cold running water according to the Code, or as a part of the cooking process. Pf Observed one (1) basin of three compartment sink being used to thaw whiting fillets under running water. However, other two basins were observed holding frozen chicken in cardboard boxes. REPEAT. CDI - PIC and EHS discussed proper thawing; PIC began process of rotating frozen chicken to RIC prior to end of inspection. |
|
36
|
0.50
|
Thermometers provided & accurate |
No |
No
|
Yes |
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf .
4-203.11(B) Food thermometers shall be accurate to +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit.-Pf Observed two (2) analog thermometers within food prep area which could not be calibrated to +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit. EHS advised PIC to procure and keep within the establishment a thin probe thermometer with a digital display that can be calibrated via ice bath or hot running water. A verification will occur no later than 2/14/2026.
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 |
|
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 cardboard sheets used as storage shelving on slatted grill shelves. Utilize smooth, non absorbent materials as storage shelving. |
|
53
|
0.50
|
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered waste bin in female restroom. Provide as needed.
6-501.18 Maintain handwashing sinks, toilets and urinals clean. Observed male restrooms urinals and toilets in need of minor cleaning. Clean as needed. |
|
54
|
0
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.111 Keep storage areas and bins for waste in good repair. Observed dumpster missing one of two lids. Contact waste management company and/or landlord to repair or replace damaged dumpster. |
|
55
|
0.50
|
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 floors, walls, ceilings, dispensers, light fixtures, vents, and attachments all in need of cleaning. Observed walls of kitchen, namely walls of grill vent in need of additional cleaning due to grease accumulation. REPEAT.
Note: No escalation in point deduction due to some improvement from previous inspection observations; floors, ceiling, and non food contacts appear to have been addressed since previous inspections. |