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NameCHICKEN KING #9 Rules Governing Inspection Scores.
Address2400 W SUGAR CREEK RD Restaurants: 
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CHARLOTTE NC 28262
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Premise Type1 - RestaurantMobile Food Units, Push carts, Tattoo Parlors: 
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CountyMecklenburgResidential Care and Local Confinement: 
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Inspection Date 2/23/2024 
Final Score @ Grade
82.50 B
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General CommentsEHS explained results of inspection to kitchen staff who are mostly Spanish speaking in Spanish who stated that they understood the results. EHS recommended that facility find other methods of reheating HH items instead of the microwave and to ensure that items are reaching 165F within 2 hours by using the thermometer to verify. For re-inspection, please contact front office at 980-314-1620.
Violations 
Critical Violations SHOWN in RED   
NA=Not Applicable  NO=Not Observed  CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description NANOCDIRVRComments
2 1 Certified Food Protection Manager No No No Yes No 2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM present during time of inspection. Owner with CFPM entered during the inspection but left back out. **REPEAT** -1- For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
10 0 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible No No Yes No No 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf- Observed no paper towels in dispenser in men’s bathroom. -CDI- PIC placed a roll of paper towels in bathroom. -0-
15 1.50 Food separated & protected No No Yes Yes No 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P- Observed raw eggs stored over onions in prep unit. Observed raw bacon stored over drinks and blue cheese in WIC. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P.- Observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in WIC. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed tomatoes stored over RTE sauces and teas in WIC. -CDI- PIC corrected storage order. **REPEAT** -1.5- For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed raw fish and chicken on ice on prep table with no protective covering. -CDI- PIC covered items.
16 1.50 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized No No Yes Yes No 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf.- Observed food debris and residue on dishes stored as clean. -CDI- PIC moved items to dishpit to be W/R/S. **REPEAT** -1.5- For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
21 3 Proper hot holding temperatures No No Yes No No 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P- Observed items hot holding in steam well below 135F. -CDI- PIC reheated items above 165F. **REPEAT** -3- 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 .
23 3 Proper date marking & disposition No No Yes Yes No 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf-/3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P- Observed cut tomatoes, eggs, housemade cole slaw, housemade potato salad, bologna, boiled eggs, pulled pork and peppers and onions in prep unit with no date. Observed housemade cole slaw, housemade potato salad and salads in RIC with no date. Observed pulled pork and chili in WIC with no date. Per PIC items in prep unit and RIC were prepared yesterday and items in WIC were from two days ago. -CDI- PIC properly date marked items. **REPEAT** -3- 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
28 2 Toxic substances properly identified stored & used No No Yes Yes No 7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only. -P- Observed bottle of raid stored in dry storage area. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded.**REPEAT** -2-
37 2 Food properly labeled: original container No No No 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 bottles on line with no labels. Per PIC, items were oil, liquid butter and Italian dressing. **REPEAT** -2-
38 1 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals No No No Yes No 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead pest inside of feta cheese container in prep unit. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded item. **REPEAT** -1-
45 0 Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used No No Yes No No 4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed napkins stored on floor behind cash register. -CDI- PIC relocated items. -0-
49 0.50 Non-food contact surfaces clean No No 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 food debris and buildup on sides of cooking equipment and under fryers. Observed dark buildup on drink dispenser machine. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended. **REPEAT** -0.5-
54 1 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained No No No Yes No 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed no drain plug at dumpster. 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed opened lids and doors on dumpsters due to being overfilled. **REPEAT** -1- 5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed waste stored outside of dumpster.
55 1 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No No Yes 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 cracked floor tiles near 3-compartment sink and throughout facility. Replace. **REPEAT** -1- 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 food splash on walls and ceilings. Observed buildup on vent covers and ceilings. Increased and more thorough cleaning frequency recommended.