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NameJIMMY'S FAMOUS HOT DOGS
Address2728 GUESS RD
 
City/State/ZIP
DURHAM NC 27705
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyDurham
Inspection Date 1/7/2026
Final Score @ Grade
90.50 A
General CommentsBoth of the REHS' as well as the PIC's thermometers had their calibration verified in ice water. Both REHS' thoroughly sanitized their thermometers at the beginning of the inspection. Please contact Erika Scheppelmann at escheppelmann@dconc.gov for additional training and resources.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
15 3 Food separated & protected Yes Yes No 3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation - REPEAT No cover observed on the corn dogs in the low freezer. Raw sausage observed stored over ready to eat hot dogs in the 3 door low cooler. Hot dogs were found stored side by side to raw chicken which was side by side with raw ground beef. CDI - PIC reorganized each unit in such a manner that prevents cross contamination. (A) FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination by: (1) Separating raw animal FOODS during storage, preparation, holding, and display (2) separating types of raw animal FOODS from each other during storage, preparation, holding, ( P) (3) Cleaning EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS and SANITIZING (4) Storing FOOD in packages, covered containers, or wrappings; (C) (5) Cleaning HERMETICALLY SEALED CONTAINERS of FOOD of visible soil before opening; (C) (6) Protecting FOOD containers that are received packaged together in a case or overwrap from cuts when the case or overwrap is opened; (C) (7) Storing damaged, spoiled, or recalled FOOD in a separate labeled area (8) Separating fruits and vegetables, before they are washed
16 0 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Yes No No 4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization - Temperature, pH, Concentration, and Hardness- Chlorine sanitizer found below 50 ppm in the sanitize compartment of the 3 compartment sink. CDI - PIC added more bleach and mixed until the concentration read 100 ppm. A chemical SANITIZER used in a SANITIZING solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under 4-703.11(C) shall meet the criteria specified under 7-204.11 , shall be used in accordance with the EPA-registered label use instructions, and shall be used in accordance with paragraphs 4-501.114 (A-F). (D) If another solution of a chemical is used, the PERMIT HOLDER shall demonstrate to the REGULATORY AUTHORITY that the solution achieves SANITIZATION and the use of the solution shall be APPROVED.
22 3 Proper cold holding temperatures Yes Yes No 3-501.16- TCS FOOD Hot and Cold Holding - REPEAT Mac & Cheese in the low boy cooler found at 45 degrees F. Ambient temperature of this unit was later measured to be 36 degrees F. All items in the walk in cooler were found at 45 degrees F or higher (see temp chart). Ambient temperature of the unit was found to be 42.5 degrees F. REHS completed a product disposition form for these items and they were volunatrily discarded due to the facility not having any temp logs. Breader used for raw fish found being stored at room temperature. CDI - Walk in cooler was fixed during the inspection. TCS products that did not arrive this morning were voluntarily discarded. The rest were placed in the freezer to cool. ( A ) ( 2 ) Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, cold TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD with the exception of EGGS shall be maintained at 41F or below. (P)
28 1 Toxic substances properly identified stored & used Yes Yes No 7-201.11 Separation- REPEAT Sanitizer bucket found stored on a countertop next to clean equipment and gloves. Sanitizer bucket found stored next to equipment underneath the prep sink countertop. CDI - PIC relocated sanitizer buckets to locations that do not contaminate anything. Points maintained at half due to improvement. POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS shall be stored so they cannot contaminate FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES by: (A) Separating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS by spacing or partitioning; and (B) Locating the POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS in an area that is not above FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE or SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
37 0 Food properly labeled: original container No No No 3-302.12 Food Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of Food- Seafood breader container found unlabeled. Except for containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized , working containers holding FOOD or FOOD ingredients that are removed from their original packages shall be identified with the common name of the FOOD. (C)
38 0 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No No No 6-202.15 Outer Openings, Protected- REPEAT Light visible at the bottom of front door which indicates that there is a gap in which pests could enter. Light visible at the top of the back door as well. Seal doors. Maintained at zero due to improvement. (A)Outer openings of a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (1) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (2) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (3) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. (C)
43 0.50 In-use utensils: properly stored No Yes No 3-304.12 In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) - REPEAT Handles for multiple items found stored hanging on a hook on the side of shelving. Ensure in-use utensils are stored with their handles outside of the food or a clean, protected area such as a container. Points maintained at half due to improvement. In-use UTENSILS shall be stored: in FOOD with their handles above the top of the FOOD; on a clean, protected surface; in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain; or in a container of water at least 135F.
49 1 Non-food contact surfaces clean No Yes No 4-602.13 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces- REPEAT Shelving and countertops throughout in need of cleaning. Sticker and food residue found on the nonfood-contact side of containers in the clean dish area. General cleaning needed of interior and exterior of equipment in general. NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
54 0 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained No Yes No 5-501.113 Covering Receptacles (C) - REPEAT Grease trap lid found open. Points maintained at zero because both dumpster lids were closed and this is a different issue than last time. Keep dumpster and other outside waste handling containers for refuse, recyclables, and returnables covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
55 1 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes No 6-501.11 Repairing - Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures - Methods (C) - REPEAT Water damaged ceiling tiles in the dining room. Floor panel is coming off the floor in front of the grill. Repair the paint on the ceiling of the women's bathroom. 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. 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions (C) - REPEAT Floor in need of cleaning throughout, especially underneath equipment. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair and shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. 6-501.16 Drying Mops (C) - REPEAT Mop found stored with the head up in the mop sink. Ensure head is face down and the mop is not on the floor. After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.