| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
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|---|
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1
|
1
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PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-103.11 (A) - (P) (Pf) Observed PIC not implementing active managerial control practice during inspection. Food safety risk factors not controlled include cold holding, date marking, toxic substances properly identified stored and used, adequate cooling equipment, thermometers not provided and accurate, and pest control. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of food safety. CDI-EHS provided food employees with an in-service addressing risk factors found during current inspection. Employee Food Safety Training PowerPoint was provided to review at their leisure. |
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8
|
2
|
Hands clean & properly washed |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-301.12 Cleaning Procedure (P) Observed food employee washing hands for approximately 10 seconds with cold water and not turning off faucets with a barrier. Hands must be washed for a minimum of 20 seconds with cleaning compound. CDI-Food employee rewashed hands. |
|
10
|
1
|
Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible |
Yes |
No
|
No |
5-205.11 Maintain access to hand sinks. Pf Observed large trashcan blocking access to handwashing sink. Handwashing sinks shall always be accessible. CDI-PIC removed the cart from sink.
6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision (Pf) Observed handwashing sink with no paper towels. Each hand washing sink shall be provided with disposable towels. CDI-PIC replenished handwashing sink with paper towels. |
|
16
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-601.11 (A) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces, and Utensils (Pf) Observed food containers stored on dry storage shelf with sticker residue. Equipment, food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI-PIC removed stickers and moved container to the three comp sink to be rewashed, rinsed, and sanitized. |
|
22
|
1.50
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16 Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. P Observed several RTE/TCS foods in the grill low boy with temp ranging 44-45F for more than 4 hours. Also observed cooked steak in the bottom prep cooler with temp of 44F for more than 4 hours. CDI-PIC voluntarily discarded all food items. |
|
23
|
1.50
|
Proper date marking & disposition |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking (Pf) Observed sveral RTE/TCS foods (cooked pork x 2) exceeding 7 days and multiple containers of RTE/TCS foods (cooked steak, cooked chicken, & cooked shrimp) with no date marking. RTE/TCS foods shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded when held at 41F or less for a maximum of 7 days or if found with no date marking.
3-501.18 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition (P) Observed RTE/TCS food items with date exceeding the 7-day limit and RTE/TCS foods with no date marking. RTE/TCS foods shall be discarded after 7 days or with no date marking. CDI-PIC was able to verify the date of house made dressings and labeled food with correct date but voluntarily discarded the other food items. |
|
28
|
1
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
7-204.11 Chemical sanitizers used on food contact surfaces shall not exceed concentrations and shall meet required specifications. P Observed chlorine sanitizer at bucket too strong and not measuring on test strips. Sanitizer must be maintained. CDI-PIC remade sanitizer to 100PPM.
7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf) Observed buckets of sanitizer and soapy water with no name. Working containers of toxic materials shall be clearly labeled and identified with common name of the material. CDI-PIC labeled containers with appropriate name.
7-201.11 Separation - Storage (P) Observed medication (throat spray) stored above prep table. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single use articles. CDI-PIC relocated medication. |
|
33
|
0.50
|
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-301.11 Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities - Equipment (Pf) Refrigerator capacity not functioning as designed to maintain RTE/TCS food/ at 41F degrees or less. Observed walk-in freezer with ambient temp greater than 41F. VR: Have unit serviced and send verification to shvaughn.ross@chathamcountync.gov by 08/24/2026 2PM. VERIFICATION REQUIRED Also observed inadequate refrigeration in kitchen prep area. Install two door reach-in cooler w/min capacity of 21.5 cubic feet or greater. |
|
36
|
0.50
|
Thermometers provided & accurate |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-502.11 (B) Good Repair and Calibration (Pf) Observed food measuring device reading 42F during calibration. Food temperature measuring devices shall be calibrated in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications as necessary to ensure their accuracy. CDI-PIC was able to purchase a new thermometer and calibrate it during the inspection. |
|
38
|
1
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
No
|
Yes |
6-501.111 The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the premises by using methods such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. Pf Observed multiple flies in multiple areas of establishment, including the kitchen. Pests shall be controlled. VR: Contact pest control operator to address issue and send verification to Shvaughn.ross@chathamcountync.gov by 08/28/2026 2PM. VERIFICATION REQUIRED
6-202.15 Outer Openings, Protected (C) Observed front and back door of establishment with door sweeps in poor repair allowing pest to enter establishment. Food establishments shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings, have tight-fitting windows and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Repair or replace door sweep. 0 points due to non-compliant conditions on transitional permit. |
|
39
|
1
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
No |
No
|
No |
3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C) Observed multiple bags of food items opened (dried chile bags x 3) or with tops rolled down (flour) while stored on the dry storage shelf. Opened food must be stored in a manner such as in a zip lock bag or in a container with tight-fitting lid to keep food protected from contamination. Store food from contamination. |
|
40
|
0.50
|
Personal cleanliness |
No |
No
|
No |
2-402.11 Effectiveness - Hair Restraints (C) Observed food employee with no hair restraint preparing unpackaged food. Food employees shall wear hair restraints to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food. Apply hair restraints. |
|
43
|
0
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
No |
No
|
No |
3-304.12 In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) Observed stored cups and bowls with no handle being used as a scoop to dispense sugar and flour. Use multiuse utensil with handle for dispensing foods ensuring handles do not touch food. |
|
44
|
0
|
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled |
No |
No
|
No |
4-903.11 Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required (C) Observed wet stacking of clean dishes on the dry utensil shelf. Clean dishes shall be air-dried. CDI-PIC moved dishes to the three compartment sink to rewash. |
|
47
|
0.50
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) Observed broken walk-in freezer. Equipment must be in good repair. Repair walk in freezer.
4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) Observed rusty shelf for chemical storage and rusty shelf in walk-in cooler. Repair or replace shelving, Observed prep table at cook line with chipping paint. Repair or replace items not in good repair. Observed light out at three compartment sink. Repair or replace light. Observed brown highchair with chipping paint. Repair or replace highchair. Observed shelving in the walk-in cooler no 6 inches off the floor. Raise shelving. 0 points due to non-compliant conditions on transitional permit.
4-202.11 Food-Contact Surfaces - Cleanability (Pf) Observed can opener without removable pin. Equipment must be accessible for cleaning and inspection without being disassembled, by disassembling without the use of tools or by easy disassembling with the use of handheld tools commonly available. Replace with can opener that can be easily cleaned and sanitized. CDI-PIC removed can opener from establishment.
4-205.10 Food Equipment, Certification and Classification (C) Observed domestic shelving in the walk-in cooler. Shelving shall be commercial grade. Repair or replace shelving. 0 points due to non-compliant conditions on transitional permit.
4-402.12 Fixed Equipment, Elevation or Sealing (C) Observed bottom shelving of veggie prep sink not 6 inches off the floor. Repair or replace left front leg. 0 points due to non-compliant conditions on transitional permit. |
|
51
|
1
|
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices |
No |
Yes
|
Yes |
5-203.14 Backflow Prevention Device, When Required (P) Observed no backflow device installed at mop sink. By law, an approved backflow preventor shall be installed to prevent possible contamination of water sources. VR: Email written plan with steps to correct backflow issue or install back flow device. Send verification to Shvaughn.ross@chathamcountync.gov by 08/23/2026 2PM. VERIFICATION REQUIRED |
|
53
|
0
|
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned |
No |
No
|
No |
6-202.14 Toilet Rooms, Enclosed (C) Observed multiple bathrooms doors that are not self-closing. Toilet rooms located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door. Repair doors to self-close. 0 points due to non-compliant condition on transitional permit. |
|
54
|
0
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.16 Storage Areas, Rooms and Receptacles, Capacity and Availability (C) Observed inadequate space for storing cleaning supplies and other equipment. Reorganize to make room for storage. 0 points due to non-compliant conditions on transitional permit.
5-501.116 Cleaning Receptacles (C) Observed outside grease bin with rust and dirty build-up. Soiled receptacles and waste handling units shall be cleaned at a frequency to prevent buildup. Replace units. 0 points due to non-compliant conditions on transitional permit. |
|
55
|
0
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.11 Repairing - Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures - Methods (C) Observed splash guards between veggie prep and meat prep in need of recaulking. Observed loose faucet at veggie prep sink. Observed door threshold at floor of walk-in cooler in need of repair. Observed broken glass window at patio door. Observed detached wall juncture behind prep sink #2 and grill line. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Re-caulk areas and fix faucet. Repair or replace threshold. Repair or replace window. Repair or replace wall juncture. 0 points due to non-compliant conditions on transitional permit.
6-201.11 Floors, Walls and Ceilings - Cleanability (C) Observed small holes in wall by throughout establishment. Observed exposed concrete floor at fryer. Observed interior and exterior doors in need of painting. Observed damaged wall in the hallway of dinning room. Walls and floors shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Repair or replace walls and floor. 0 points due to non-compliant conditions on transitional permit.
6-501.114 Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter (C) Observed an enormous amount of old equipment outside at the back door. The establishment must keep its premises free of unused or nonfunctional materials. Remove old equipment. 0 points due to non-compliant conditions on transitional permit. |
|
56
|
0
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
No |
No
|
No |
6-305.11 Designation - Dressing Areas and Lockers (C) Observed employee's wallet, personal food and drinks stored on prep table. Personal items must be stored in designated areas to protect food and food contact services from contamination. |