THE FOUR

10-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED 5-203.11(A)/5-204.11 Establishment is required to maintain the required number of hand washing sinks required by Law and for convenient use by employees in areas required by the NC Food Code. - Pf Observed an inoperable hand sink in the front kitchen.

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 above ready-to-eat items in the reach-in cooler. CDI - Eggs were moved to the bottom shelf.

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed 60 degree cream cheese packets on the service line. Employee stated that these are placed back in the cooler after each morning. CDI - Cream cheese was voluntarily discarded. Packets will now be kept in the cooler.

REPEAT 3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C) Observed an open container of milk and spinach dip without date marks. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded. No increase in points due to improvement from last inspection.

3-501.19 (A) (1) Written procedures for Time as a Public Health Control shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the establishment, and made available for the Health Department upon request. Written TPHC procedures must specify methods of compliance with 3-501.19 (B) or (C). -Pf. Observed no TPHC policy for the buffet / milk carafes. CDI - EHS provided policy during inspection.

7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf 7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed one spray bottle of chemical without a label. CDI - Bottle was labeled. Observed a spray bottle of chemical stored on top of the prep cooler. CDI - Bottle was removed.

10-DAY VERIFICATION REQUIRED 4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf . Observed no functional thin-probe thermometer.

3-306.11 Protect food on display using shields, packaging, or other effective means. -P Observed unwrapped apples in a basket on the buffet line. CDI - Apples will now be washed and wrapped.

4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed a “household use only” chest freezer.

REPEAT 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 heavy debris and grease build-up inside of the prep cooler.

5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed open dumpster doors.

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM during inspection. Facility food employees have safe food handler certificates. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P. Observed three peppers with heavy presence of white and green growth stored in metal container in flip top on cookline. PIC stated that flip top is primarily used for dinner operations. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded items.

3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C). Observed open package of hummus without a date stored in 2D low RIC. PIC stated that he was unaware of when package was opened due to it belonging to the dinner team. CDI- PIC spoke with fellow employee who was aware of correct date, PIC applied correct date mark. *REPEAT* 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 .

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 build-up at bottom of standing 2D RIC, black residue accumulation on gaskets of low 2D RIC in breakfast area, and food residue accumulation at top of dish machine. Increase cleaning frequency.

5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed handsink by dry storage racks in disrepair. PIC stated that a work order has been placed but no action has yet been taken.

6-403.11 (A)Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed half cup of coffee without a lid or straw stored on prep table while non TCS food was being prepped. CDI- PIC discarded cup. 6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed food employee’s personal water bottle stored on prep table. Designate an area for employee’s personal possessions so that there is not a potential for food, utensils, or equipment to be contaminated.

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM in establishment during inspection. PIC has 180 days after issue of permit (until June 4th, 2025) to obtain CFPM certification. -REPEAT- -0 points For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at two handwashing sinks in kitchen. CDI - Paper towels were provided. -1 point-

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P Observed raw ground beef patties stored above ready to eat bbq sauces and jarred olives. CDI - Storage order was corrected. -1.5 points- For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation

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 sliced tomatoes with a preparation date of 4/10 and a discard date of 4/20. PIC was reminded that TCS foods prepared and held in establishment shall be consumed, sold, or discarded within 7 days when held at a temperature of 41F or less. CDI - Sliced tomatoes were discarded. -0 points- 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 .

4-904.11(B) Knives, forks, and spoons in consumer self service areas shall be presented so that only the handles are touched by employees or customers. Observed single use forks and spoons stored in self-service area with handles facing downward in utensil holder. -0 points-

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM in establishment during inspection. PIC has 180 days after issue of permit (until June 4th, 2025) to obtain CFPM certification. -0 points- For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed pink build up on plastic divider inside ice machine. Recommend higher frequency and more thorough cleaning. -0 points-

7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed two unlabeled spray bottles of unknown contents in chemical storage area. CDI - PIC identified contents to be chlorine bleach and labeled spray bottles with name of contents. -1 point-