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NamePOTWAH KITCHEN
Address1540 WEST BV
SUITE 104
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28208
Premise Type2 - Food Stands
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 3/25/2025
Final Score @ Grade
97 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
2 1 Certified Food Protection Manager No No No 2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. - PIC lacks certified food protection manager certification. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
10 1 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible Yes No No 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. - Pf - Observed chemical spray bottle stored in handsink upon EHS arrival as well as food debris in the sink. Also observed PIC rinsing rag for cleaning the wall in the handsink. - CDI - Eduction provided. PIC cleaned handsink and removed spray bottle.
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 box of raw chicken stored on the floor of the WIC. Maintain food items at least 6 inches off the floor.
47 0 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No No No 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed rusted surfaces of prep table and sink legs throughout facility. Repair. *NOTE: This is also a noncompliant item listed on transitional permit.
49 0.50 Non-food contact surfaces clean No No 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 food residue and debris on shelving in WIC and the exterior of equipment throughout facility. Clean and increase cleaning frequency to maintain clean.
55 0.50 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No 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 and walls in need of cleaning throughout facility including the WIC. Clean and increase cleaning frequency to maintain clean.