A99
JIMMY JOHN`S #987
3014 DRIWOOD CT, Charlotte, NC 28269
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060016113
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedOct 14, 2026
Inspections on record26
On record sinceOct 9, 2013
Score history
Oct 9, 2013Higher is betterOct 14, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 14, 2026 A 99 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: EHS observed, walk-in cooler in defrost cycle. Items in WIC were holding above 41F. Items were dropping in temperature. EHS advises establishment to contact maintenance to shorten defrost cycle to allow for all TCS items to stay 41F and below.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspection
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf Observed adulterated cheese, salami, and chicken held above proofing bread in RIC. PIC stated items not for use are held in RIC until employees are able to scan out food items and discard. CDI - PIC moved all adulterated items to bottom of RIC to prevent contamination.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
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 prep unit and storage racks with food debris. Increase cleaning frequency.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
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 employee beverages stored in walk in cooler above RTE items. Observed employee beverages stored on prep tables. CDI - PIC moved all beverages to prevent contamination.
May 11, 2026 A 98 · 6 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no one in facility with active surface. 2 employees had expired surface. Renew.
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine with build up of black debris. Increase cleaning frequency.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). Observed sliced deli meat in fliptop without date marking. PIC stated they are labeled in other cooler, but labels are not transferred to containers in fliptop. Observed lamb in low boy without date marking. PIC stated it was made this weekend. CDI - PIC added date marks to all items.
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed tomatoes cut this morning at 8:50 filled above fill line in ft with 20 min left to cool down out of temp. CDI - PIC moved to walk-in freezer to cool rapidly.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wet, wiping cloth stored on prep counter. CDI - PIC made sanitizer bucket and placed inside.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employees bags, personal belongings, and drinks stored on drink bags and on shelving. CDI - PIC move to prevent contamination.
Sep 9, 2025 A 98.5 · 6 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (I) Wash hands after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands. -P Observed employee wash hands. Used clean hands to turn off faucets. Went to prep sandwiches. CDI employee rewashed hands.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed food debris inside basin of handwashing sink, twice.CDI Sink was cleaned out.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). Observed house made Tuna salad without date that was prepared on Monday. CDI.. Date was added
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 house made Tuna salad without date that was prepared on Monday. CDI.. Date was added
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
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)
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 .
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
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 shakers and without labels identifying identifying contents.
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed food employees wearing watches and bracelets.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed employee drink stored with facility food
Mar 20, 2025 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No CFPM present during inspection. REPEAT
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
2-102.11 (C ) (2), (3), (17) The Person in charge shall demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of HACCP principles, and the requirements of this code by (A) Complying with the Food Code by having no violations of Priority Items during the current inspection, (B) Being a certified food protection manager, or (C) by responding correctly to the inspector's questions related to employee health process and procedures. -Pf Observed computer based Foodborne illness for onboarding, PIC was unable to show EHS FBI were being taught. CDI.. PIC let policy with PIC
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P. Observed house made tuna salad and beef above 41F. CDI Tuna didn’t cool to 41 or below with time frame( tuna had about 20 mins to cool). CDI Tuna was discarded. Beef ( had about 40 mins to cool)was put into WIF to quickly cool.See temp chart.
For more information, please visit: www.meckncgov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Cooling Food Safely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed tuna tightly packed in plastic container with lid sealed tightly, also observed beef cooling in prep unit wrapped in paper. CDI tuna was voluntarily discarded and Beef was moved to WIF to quickly cool.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
Nov 13, 2024 A 98 · 4 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no PIC on duty at time of inspection.REPEAT
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed PIC get water for thermometer calibration. CDI..EHS educated PIC on purposes of hand sink, only for handwashing.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed Roast Beef above 41F.. CDI.. Moved to WIC to quickly cool.
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 salami stored on floor in WIC.. CDI..Box was placed on shelf..REPEAT
Mar 11, 2024 A 99 · 5 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM on duty REPEAT
For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. observed brown build up on sliver ( lip) of ice machine.
#37 · Food properly labeled: original container
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 several shakers without labels.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
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 onions, tomatoes and cucumbers on floor near ice machine. CDI Items were moved at end of inspection
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed food employee wearing wrist watch
Aug 28, 2023 A 98 · 2 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed PIC is unable to produce a CFPM certificate. REPEAT.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed sliced provolone cooling in reach in heavily wrapped in plastic. Food dropped 0 degrees in 20 minutes. REPEAT CDI: Food was moved to another unit and unwrapped and spread out on thin tray to cool rapidly. EHS observed fall in temperature before end of inspection.
For more information, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
Apr 17, 2023 A 96.5 · 3 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed PIC is unable to produce a CFPM certificate. REPEAT.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed utensils and containers soaking in sanitizer at 3-comp sink with a sanitizer concentration of 10ppm bleach sanitizer. CDI- PIC moved items to be rewashed and bleach was added to increase concentration to 50 ppm.
For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed ham and Italian meats cooling in reach in heavily wrapped in plastic. Food dropped 0 degrees in 35 minutes. CDI - Food was moved to WIF to cool rapidly. REPEAT.
For more information, please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
Oct 5, 2022 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Repeat violation
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed PIC is unable to produce a CFPM certificate. REPEAT.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . Observed lettuce in deep over filled containers cooling in reach in and prep units drop 0 degrees in over 30 minutes. CDI - Lettuce was moved to the WIC to cool.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −1
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf. Observed facility is using bleach sanitizer and has no bleach test strips. PIC ordered test strips during inspection. REPEAT. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed doors open on dumpster.
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed lots of litter and debris in the waste enclosure. Needs cleaning.
Apr 13, 2022 A 97 · 5 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed PIC is unable to produce a CFPM certificate.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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 . Observed food debris on scoops stored as clean. CDI - PIC moved scoops to 3-compartment sink to be cleaned.
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . Observed chicken salad in reach in at 45 F. PIC stated chicken salad had been prepped and placed into reach in to cool at 9 am. CDI - Chicken salad was voluntarily discarded.
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . Observed chicken salad at 45 F in reach in. Chicken salad was cooling in a deep plastic container in the reach in with the lid sealed. CDI - Chicken salad was voluntarily discarded. EHS and PIC discussed leaving the lid open to allow air to reach food to cool.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed facility does not have any test strips for bleach sanitizer. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
Oct 5, 2021 A 98.5 · 6 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(M) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure. -PF Observed PIC could not find the employee health policy. PIC was able to get a photograph of the EHP with all listed illnesses and symptoms. PIC stated the EHP is filled out by employees with new hire paperwork that is virtual. CDI - EHS reviewed EHP with PIC and discussed addition of non-typhoidal salmonella with recent adoption of the 2017 food code. EHS provided PIC with necessary paperwork.
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
2-501.11 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Event. Observed PIC could not locate a procedure for response to a diarrheal or vomiting event. State guidance document was sent to store email.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at handsink in men’s restroom. CDI - Paper towels were provided.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed ham in flip top at 44 F. All other foods were in temperature. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded ham. REPEAT.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
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 peppers on floor. PIC stated a delivery was received yesterday and items had not all been put away. CDI - Boxes were stored appropriately.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed utensils on shelving wet stacked.
May 3, 2021 A 95 · 5 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Repeat violation
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food protection manager on staff at time of inspection. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#18 · Proper cooling time and temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P Observed four plastic insert pans of shredded lettuce being held above 41F in make table- did not meet cooling parameters. Product prepared between 8am-8:30am. CDI: Education provided and PIC voluntarily discarded product. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed roast beef and ham being held above 41F in make table. Product prepared between 8am-8:30am. PIC stated product moved from one make table to another approx. 15 minutes prior to inspection. Product overstacked. CDI: PIC moved product to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed four plastic insert pans of shredded lettuce cooling wrapped in several layers of plastic wrap and stacked 1-2 deep inside make table. See violation #18 for more details. CDI: Education provided and PIC voluntarily discarded product. REPEAT VIOLATION.
**CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE WILL RESULT IN RISK CONTROL PLAN AND PERMIT ACTION.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf Observed PIC unable to locate thin-tip thermometer at time of inspection. EHS will return within 10 days to verify facility obtained thin-tip thermometer. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
Oct 28, 2020 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Repeat violation
2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager - C Observed no certified food protection manager on staff at time of inspection. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#18 · Proper cooling time and temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P Observed sliced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and leaf lettuce cooling in make tables at a rate slower than required minimum to meet cooling parameters. CDI: Education provided and PIC placed products in unit on TPHC as temporary fix. Long-term solution is to cool products in walk-in cooler after prep but before placing in unit.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed several spray bottles of unlabeled/faded labeled chemicals in dry storage area. CDI: PIC provided labels.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed shredded lettuce, leaf lettuce and sliced tomatoes being cooled in make tables. Unit is designed for cold holding and not cooling of foods. CDI: Education provided and PIC placed products on TPHC as short term solution. Long term solution is to place products in walk-in cooler for rapid cooling after prep.
Feb 26, 2020 A 95.5 · 3 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Repeat violation
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no one with a food safety certification during the time of the inspection. REPEAT.
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 15 secs, rinse, and dry without recontaminating hands. -P Observed two employees reporting to work without a hand wash. Food employees just donned gloves and went straight to work stations. CDI- Food employees washed hands and donned new gloves.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
Repeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed dishes wet stacked in the dish drying area. REPEAT.
May 28, 2019 A 93.5 · 7 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Repeat violation
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. PIC could not find proof of certification.
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed employee drink cup stored on prep table while meat being cut. CDI- Drink removed.
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. - C Observed unwashed produce stored above packaged deli meats in walk in cooler. CDI- PIC had foods re-arranged and properly stored with RTE foods stored separate from unwashed produce.
#18 · Proper cooling time and temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P Observed sliced tomatoes stored in a deep and tightly covered plastic pan in prep cooler 3 at 53 degrees. Pan had a prep time/ cutting time for 8 hrs ago. Tomatoes had not cooled to 41 in 4 hrs. CDI- PIC voluntarily disposed of tomatoes.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -P Observed bottle of bleach stored boxes bags of soda syrup. CDI- Bleach moved to chemical storage area.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed tomatoes improperly cooling in a deep and tightly covered plastic container. CDI- Reviewed proper cooling methods with PIC. Tomatoes voluntarily disposed of by PIC.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed a few pans tight stacked while wet.
Jul 26, 2018 A 93.5 · 5 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. PIC could not find proof of certification.
#18 · Proper cooling time and temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 45F within 4 hours. -P Observed sliced tomatoes at 53 degrees that were tighly wrapped and deeply stacked in main prep cooler 1 that had been cooling approx. 6 hrs acc. to PIC. Need to use vented and shallow pans to help cool foods as quick as possible. CDI- PIC voluntarily disposed of improperly cooled tomatoes.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P Observed most foods on make table of prep cooler 2 above 45 degrees including: capicola ham, ham, lettuce, and turkey all at 53 degrees. Unit was reading 42 and all foods in reach in of this cooler was 45 and below. Also observed ham at 49, turkey at 51, provolone at 50 and bean sprouts at 55 at make table of main prep cooler 2. Cooler was reading 41 inside. All foods had been placed on make table less than 2 hrs. Out of temp foods were removed from make tables 1 and 2 and placed in cooler to chill. This has been an ongoing problem since the last 2 inspections and was noted on SR# 86977. Cooler temps appear to be correct inside, have make tables serviced as needed or revise cold holding procedure to ensure all TCS foods are properly cold held. If no improvement noted within 10 days a Risk Control Plan and/ or an ITS may be required.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate
Follow-up verification required
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf Observed stem thermometer available with thick probe and no 32 degrees indicator to easily calibrate. Needs replacing. Will follow up within 10 days that a proper stem thermometer with a thin probe is available.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Corrected during inspection
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Obseved a few flies in prep area. Continue with fly control efforts.
Jan 25, 2018 A 97 · 1 violation
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
Repeat violation 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P - Observed roast beef, turkey and ham above 45F in the prep top. CDI - items were placed in the walk in cooler to cool; see temperature chart.
Jul 18, 2017 A 95 · 5 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Repeat violation
2-101.11 PIC shall be present during all hours of operation. -PF Observed no certified food protection manager on site during inspection. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violationFollow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P Observed tomatoes and roast beef in flip top cooler above 45F. See temperature chart for temperature observations. CDI items voluntarily discarded. REPEAT VIOLATION. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed tomatoes cooling in flip top cooler, tomatoes cooling tightly covered/tightly stacked in reach-in cooler not allowing product to properly cool before placing on flip top cooler. CDI tomatoes placed in walk-in cooler uncovered to rapidly cool.
#38 · Personal cleanliness
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed several employees wearing multiple jeweled rings.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips
Follow-up verification required
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed no sanitizer test kit available. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
Mar 28, 2017 A 96.5 · 3 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Repeat violation
Repeat violation 2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. - PIC is not certified.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P - Observed several items in the prep unit to the left of the register above 45F (see temp. chart.) CDI - ice was added to cool the items down. PIC noticed the unit had been adjusted incorrectly; cooler cooled down to 39F in 20 minutes.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
General comment 6-202.11 Shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles. - Observed an unshielded light above the desk.
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. - Observed an employee's purse and jacket stored on a rack above soda boxes by the can wash.
Oct 12, 2016 A 98 · 3 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-102.11 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. PIC not certified.
#51 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied and cleaned
5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered waste bin in women's restroom. Provide.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-502.12 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 minor build up on flooring in walk in cooler. Clean.
May 5, 2016 A 98 · 2 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-102.11 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed manager is not certified. REPEAT.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled
4-903.11 Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens and packages in a clean, dry location and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed clean cutting boards stored behind faucet of 3 comp sink. Discontinue practice.
Dec 23, 2015 A 96.5 · 4 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-102.11 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed manager is not a certified food protection manager.
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no hand towels at hand sink at start of inspection. CDI- PIC replaced hand towels.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P Observed multiple items in top of prep unit 2 to be above 45 F (see temp chart). PIC stated they had been in top of prep unit for about an hour. Bottom of prep unit was cold holding properly. CDI- Items were placed into walk in cooler to properly cool.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Follow-up verification required
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed top of prep unit 2 is not holding at proper temperature. Facility will be using ice baths inside the prep unit until unit is repaired. PIC was instructed to check food temperatures and change out ice baths regularly to maintain proper temperatures. Return Visit (VR) required.
Jun 8, 2015 A 96 · 3 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-102.12 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. no certified PIC
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations. -P Observed sanitizer spray bottle testing at 0 ppm chlorine. CDI by refilling at 50 ppm.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
4-903.11 Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens and packages in a clean, dry location and at least 6 inches off the floor.Observed cutting boards stored on prep sink and utensil wash sink behind faucet handles.
Sep 12, 2014 A 95 · 8 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-102.11 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food protection manager.PIC is not a certified food protection manager.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -PfObserved the tomato slicer with food debris. CDI by re-washing and sanitizing while onsite.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed an unlabeled spray bottle. REPEAT7-201.11 Separation-Storage - PStore the sanitizer spray bottle away from any food, food prep areas or clean utensils. Observed a sanitizer spray bottle stored on the prep table, next to the slicer with sliced meat. CDI by moving.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-PfObserved no stem thermometer availabe. VR- correction is required within 10 days.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed a wiping cloth with debris used multiple times for the slicer stored on the prep table with the slicer and sliced meat. for wiping cloths used multiple times, store in sanitizer in between uses.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −1
Repeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing.Observed containers stacked together while wet. REPEAT
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-202.11 Food contact surfaces shall be smooth, free of open seams, cracks, chips, pits, sharp internal angles, crevices and assembled to allow access to clean. -Pf Observed 2-3 torn gaskets on the prep coolers.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
Repeat violation
4-501.19 During manual warewashing, maintain the wash solution at a minimum of 110F or as otherwise allowed by the detergent manufacturers label. Observed untensils being washed in 95F water. Water was refilled at 110F.
Apr 24, 2014 A 95 · 5 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
The PIC (person in charge) is not a certified food protection manager. As stated on previous inspections points began being deducted after 1/1/14.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
Provide sanitizer at proper concentration. Observed a spray bottle at 0ppm. CDI by re-preparing.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
Label the spray bottle of sanitizer.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
Repeat violation
Properly air dry. Observed plastic containers wet stacked.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −1
Repeat violation
Provide test strips (REPEAT x 3). Return visit required.
Oct 9, 2013 A 97 · 5 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties
2-102.12 Certified Food Protection ManagerPIC (person in charge) must be a certified food protection manager. Observed PIC (person in charge) without food protection manager's certification. Facility has until 1-1-2014 for compliance.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Common Name-Working ContainersProvide the common name of chemicals on working containers (spray bottles). Observed 2 spray bottles not labeled. CDI- labeled onsite.7-201.11 Separation-StorageProperly separate all chemicals from food or utensils storage. Observed a bottle of bleach stored with clean metal pans on the clean drainboard.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
Corrected during inspection
3-305.14 Food PreparationPrevent contamination during food preparation. Observed sheet pans placed onto the 3 compartment sink will dishes were inside the 3 comp sink and dirty dishes on the drain board. The sheet pans were used to place bread onto while on the 3 comp sink. CDI- education and removal.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
4-901.11 Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying RequiredProperly air dry utensils prior to stacking. Observed plastic food containers wet stacked.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
Repeat violation
4-302.14 Sanitizing Solutions, Testing DevicesProvide test strips for CL sanitizer. Observed none available (REPEAT).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “JIMMY JOHN`S #987” or State ID 2060016113). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.