A94.5
JAMBA JUICE #613
5501 JOSH BIRMINGHAM PY, D/E CONNECTOR, Charlotte, NC 28208
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060020000
Latest gradeA (94.5)
Last inspectedJun 8, 2026
Inspections on record23
On record sinceMay 15, 2014
Mobile units are mapped at their registered address (usually a base or commissary), not where they're serving today.
Score history
May 15, 2014Higher is betterJun 8, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jun 8, 2026 A 94.5 · 4 violations
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated −1
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P Observed adulterated uncut strawberries in three manufacture containers in low boy cooler. CDI - PIC discarded three containers of uncut strawberries.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed active manual warewashing with 0PPM for quaternary sanitizer CDI - PIC replaced empty sanitizing bag. New sanitizing solution was observed approximately 250PPM.
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed black build up on the inside plastic grey lid of ice machine. Increase frequency of cleaning unit.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed opened almond milk(2), soy milk(1), and coconut milk(2) on countertop above 41F. See Temp chart. CDI - PIC discarded 5 containers.
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 .
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed container of mozzarella bites in RIC above 41F. See Temp Chart. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded container.
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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed cutting board with dark stains and heavy score marks with deep grooves. Replace or resurface cutting board.
Sep 24, 2025 A 97.5 · 2 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. - Observed a container of sherbet/ice cream scoopers stored in the handwash sink basin, obstructing employees from using the handwash sink for handwashing.
CDI - Container of sherbet/ice cream scoopers removed.
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. - Observed the handwash sink in use as a temporary dipper well due to the dipper well breaking this previous weekend. PIC stated they have a work order in for the dipper well repair and that they have only used the handwash sink for convenience sake. Handwash sinks must remain for handwashing only.
CDI - Insert container of scoopers removed and placed at prep sink by WIF to be used as a temporary dipper well until repair is made.
#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 the sanitizer basin of the 3 compartment sink to be testing at 0ppm<50ppm quaternary ammonia at the time of the inspection and active ware washing was occurring.
CDI - Basin emptied and refilled with new sanitizer solution. Sanitizer retested at 200ppm.
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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
Jun 3, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed several fruit flys
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens 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 clean lids and equipment stored in containers collecting debris and soil.
Dec 11, 2024 A 100 · 2 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-304.15(A) Discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -P - Observed dishwasher handling soiled equipment at 3 compartment sink to wash equipment then with same gloves proceed to food preparation without removing both gloves and washing hands. CDI, employee washed hands.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
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- Obseved employee rinsing quat sanitizer off after washing and sanitizing. Manufacturer label stated to leave wet for 1 minute and do not rinse. CDI
Feb 19, 2024 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#6 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking or tobacco use −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 (A) Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and other items needing protection can not result. Observed open employee drinks on prep table and on box of food. CDI Employees moved the drinks.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed food stored unprotected at station next to front counter. PIC shareware that they have ordered lids for the containers
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed single service cup lids stored unprotected on countertop. CDI PIC inverted all lids.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
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 food above customer food in reach in cooler. CDI PIC removed employee food from cooler.
Sep 8, 2023 A 96.5 · 4 violations
#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. Observed all ice cream scoopers stored as clean with food debris. PIC stated these are the scoopers they no longer use. CDI PIC voluntarily discarded scoopers.
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 .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed several open cartons of milk stored on counter in the smoothie area above 41F. CDI PIC stated that they were opened 30 minutes ago and PIC put milk in freezer to cool down.
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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −2
Repeat violation
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed insect in ice bin and flying insects in facility. CDI PIC emptied ice bin and sanitized bin and ice scooper. EHS recommended having facility treated for flying insects. REPEAT
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (E) In-use utensils, such as ice scoops or utensils for non-TCS food, must be stored in a clean and protected location. Observed ice bin scooper used for smoothies stored in a bin that has standing water in bottom. PIC stated that the water is from employees leaving ice on the scooper. EHS recommended alternative ways to storie ice scooper . CDI PIC had scooper cleaned and sanitized.
Dec 15, 2022 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed fruit flies in facility
#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee not wearing a hair net.
Jun 8, 2022 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (F) Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue. Observed in-use utensils being held in water less than 135F. CDI- water was discarded and temperature of new water was 138F.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
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. Floor near freezer is sticky. REPEAT
Dec 8, 2021 A 97 · 5 violations
#4 · Proper use of reporting, restriction & exclusion
Corrected during inspection
2-201.11(D),(F) PIC shall restrict or exclude employees who have foodborne illness or symptoms. - P For more information on employee health policy please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety
Could not locate employee health policy. CDI- Copies submitted and given.
#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 For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety
Quat sanitizer recorded at 0ppm. CDI- Sink drained and re filled and tested correct for proper strength.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −1
Repeat violation
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing.
Plastic buckets stacked while wet , Allow to fully air dry. REPEAT
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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.
Back floor is sticky and in need of cleaning.
#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.
Personal phone stored on dry goods shelf.
Apr 29, 2021 A 96 · 5 violations
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −2
Repeat violation
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed fruit flies present in facility. PIC stated that there has been improvements, but the warm weather has contributed to a resurgence. PIC will continue to work with pest control to find a solution. REPEAT (full points).
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed containers stacked wet. CDI- containers were separated and allowed to air dry.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed leaking faucet at 3- comp sink. REPEAT (half points).
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-202.13 Backflow Prevention, Air Gap - Observed spray nozzle at 3-comp sink hanging below the sink without a backflow preventer. Provide a hook for the nozzle to hang properly.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
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. Clean dust from wall above entrance to walk-in freezer.
Oct 22, 2020 A 96 · 4 violations
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed several fruit flies in facility. PIC stated the they are working with Pest control to find a solution. Recommendation is to continue to keep drawn clean and shelter fruit as much as possible.
#38 · Personal cleanliness −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed two employees preparing food without wearing a hair restraint. PIC stated that one employee just start and she was awaiting a visor for her. CDI- both employees put on hair restraints. REPEAT (full point taken)
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Replace or resurface cutting board at prep cooler behind front counter (deep grooves).
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Install a hook of faucet at 3-comp sink to allow for the spray nozzle to be placed on hook to prevent potential back flow.
#48 · Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure −1
Follow-up verification required
5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf Hot water at 3-comp sink reached a peak temperature of 115 F (at least 120 F). VR- facility has up to ten days to increase water temperature at 3-comp sink. Also, repair sanitizer dispenser at 3-comp sink. Employees have to dispense sanitizer manually.
Feb 4, 2020 A 96.5 · 4 violations
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed several fruit flies in facility during inspection. PIC stated that pest control performs treatments at night. Improvements need to be made in regards to preventing fruit flies.
#38 · Personal cleanliness −1
2-302.11 (B) Unless wearing intact gloves in good repair, a Food Employee may not wear fingernail polish or artificial fingernails when working with exposed food. - Pf Observed employee scooping food product while wearing exposed fingernail polish. CDI- Employee put on gloves. PIC stated that training has been provided by facility. REPEAT
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Repair leaking faucet at 3-comp sink. Also, repair sanitizer dispenser at 3-comp sink. PIC stated that work order has been placed for unit.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
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. Repair damaged wall under 3-comp sink. Repair damaged corners of walls in kitchen area.
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. Clean dust from walls and ceiling near walk-in cooler. Clean dust from ceiling tile above blenders at front counter.
Aug 7, 2019 A 96.5 · 3 violations
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed several boxes of floor of walk-in freezer.
#38 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
Corrected during inspection
2-302.11 (B) Unless wearing intact gloves in good repair, a Food Employee may not wear fingernail polish or artificial fingernails when working with exposed food. - Pf Observed employee scooping frozen fruit and sorbert with exposed fingernail polish. CDI- Employee put on gloves.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −2
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Door of walk-in freezer is not closing properly. Thermometer reading of freezer is now at 35 F. Adjustments must be made to freezer door or the unit will go out of compliance. Notified management and ownership of issue.
4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces - C Observed deep grooves and stains on cutting board at prep area (needs resurfacing or replacing). REPEAT
Mar 6, 2019 A 95.5 · 9 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed in-use scooping spoon stored in water that was 123 F. Water shall be at least 135 F. CDI- Water was brought to a temp of 135 F. Also, hot water at 3 comp sink that was used to wash items is only reaching 94 F. CDI- Store has voluntarily closed until the water temperature can be brought back to proper temperature.
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed oatmeal at steam table that is reading 128 F. CDI- container of oatmeal was denatured and discarded into trash.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Cut spinach was at a temp of 43 F. No corrective action needed.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Controlling Pests - PF Observecd some fruit flies in facility. Suggestions were made by other members of managenment on how to combat the problem.
#41 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 Store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles out, in 135F or greater water or in running water which quickly moves food particles to the drain. Observed scooping spoon stored in hot water that was 128 F. CDI- water was brought up to 135 F.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces - C Observed deep grooves and stains on both sides of cutting board at prep stations. Replace cutting board at prep station.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.19 Manual Warewashing Equipment, Wash Solution Temperature - PF Observed employee washing containers in water that was 84 F. CDI- Store has voluntarily closed until the water temperature can be brought back to proper temperature.
#48 · Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure −1
Corrected during inspection
5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the Food Establishment. Hot water at 3 comp sink only reached 94 F. CDI- Store has voluntarily closed until the water temperature can be brought back to proper temperature.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
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. Clean floors in corners and under equipment near hand sink area.
Aug 24, 2018 A 94.5 · 6 violations
#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 food employee recontaminate hands by closing faucet without using barrier.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed sanitizer at 3 comp sink with concentration less than 50ppm chlorine. CDI, sanitizer refreshed.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate
Corrected during inspection
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf Observed thin probe thermometer not provided. CDI, PIC acquired thermometer during inspection.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −2
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed numerous live fruit flies throughout establishment. Repeat
PIC stated regular pest control measures are in place.
#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 food employee wearing bracelet.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
3-304.14(D) Maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. Maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. Observed sanitizer used to store wet wiping cloths visibly soiled.
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored in sanitizer with concentration less than 50ppm chlorine.
Sep 28, 2017 A 94.5 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed containers stored clean with old stickers / sticker residue / food debris stuck on surfaces. CDI all containers pulled and placed into dirty dish pit. VR for RCP review (RCP is required due to multiple repeat violations under #14)
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −2
Repeat violation
REPEAT
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed numerous amounts of live fruit flies throughout facility; Observed improper placement of pest traps inside facility, with fly traps above food prep areas.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Properly air dry; Observed numerous containers stacked wet in kitchen area.
Apr 27, 2017 A 95.5 · 5 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed containers stored clean with food debris and sticker residue stuck to surfaces; CDI containers pulled and placed into dirty dish pit.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −2
Repeat violation
REPEAT
6-202.13 Properly locate mechanical insect control devices. Observed fly traps (sticky tapes) hanging above three compartment sinks. CDI traps removed.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used
NO POINTS DEDUCTED
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed single service cups stored with no protection, exposed to contamination / sneeze spray.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
REPEAT
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed broken door on ice machine in need of repair.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
NO POINTS DEDUCTED
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 damaged wall where utensil storage container (metal) has dug into wall in need of repair.
Nov 4, 2016 A 96 · 4 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
VR
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed numerous containers stored clean with food debris and sticker residue stuck to surfaces. Containers pulled and placed into dirty dish pit. VR to ensure compliance.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
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6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed several fruit flies in kitchen area.
#38 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-402.11(A) Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed staff member not wearing hair restraint during food prep.
2-303.11
Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, while preparing FOOD, FOOD EMPLOYEES may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands. Observed staff wearing bracelet during food prep.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed prep sink pulling off wall and one of 4 legs rusted off in need of repair.
Feb 19, 2016 A 97 · 7 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed towel dispenser not operating. No available towels for use. PIC gave napkins for drying hands. Towel dispenser fixed during inspection.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -P Observed 5 spray bottles stored above prep sink for washing fruit and vegetables. Oranges were being held in the sink for washing at the time. CDI: Chemicals moved to proper storage area.
#33 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
as 3-501.13 Use approved thawing methods. Observed Juice containers thawing in rinse basin of sink in stagnant water. CDI: Juice removed from basin and thawed in fridge.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Repeat violation
3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor. Observed one sanitizer bucket on the floor. CDI: PIC moved bucket off of floor. REPEAT VIOLATION
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Follow-up verification required
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 severely cracked container and other damaged containers throughout store. VERIFICATION REQUIRED
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
Repeat violation
6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed tile damage near mop sink. Observed wall tiles pushed in and damaged at dry storage area. REPEAT VIOLATION Significant improvement from last inspection.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
Follow-up verification required
6-303.11 Provide lighting at proper intensity in all areas. Observed no light in WIF (missing light bulbs). VERIFICATION REQUIRED
Dec 17, 2015 A 97 · 4 violations
#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 one container of greek yogurt stored in holder of freezer at 50F. Employee stated yogurt had been removed from 2-door unit for 30 min. CDI: PIC allowed to put item on time permanently. TPHC forms sent to PIC along with inspection.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed damaged/torn gasket on 2-door reach in cooler. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed gasket on reach in unit with milk in it soiled with food debris. CDI: Employee began cleaning immediately.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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 significant damage throughout facility including detioriation of wall behind base board (REPEAT VIOLATION), missing base board near mop sink, missing junctures between FRP, and lack of caulking between FRP and W/R/S sink. PIC stated that a work order for all of the items had been put in earlier this day.
Jun 30, 2015 A 97 · 4 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed significant black build-up on interior of ice machine after detaching ice baffle. Cleaning begun while on site.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed small container rack of various menu ingredients uncovered.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed door gaskets of several coolers with splitting or torn gaskets.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
Repeat violation
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. Floors under equipment in need of cleaning.
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 repair issues to physical facilities. Deterioration of wall behind base supports.
Nov 26, 2014 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. One container of in use dry mix and one small stored container of dry mix at prep station not labeled. Label all stored and in use containers of dry mixes, oils, and seasonings with their common name. CDI- verbal correction to label provided to operator Nicholas Allen.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Plastic containers stacked together tightly while wet. Use approved method to allow washed utensils to air dry. CDI- verbal correction
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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. Spinach/ green vegetable all over floor of walk in cooler. Maintain floors, walls, ceilings clean. CDI- verbal correction
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Employee beverage stored co-mingled with facility items in reach in cooler (beverage was closed). Designated area for employees to store personal items is required. CDI- verbal correction, designated area required. Operator, Mona discarded voluntarily.
May 15, 2014 A 98 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
Maintain all food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized. Observed sticker residue remaining on several small lexan containers tight stacked in clean storage with the outside with sticker residue touching the inside food contact surface of another.4-601.11 (A) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −0.5
Maintain proper storage of single service cups to protect lips of cups from contamination. Observed cups stacked above dispenser with lips of cups exposed.4-903.11 (A) and (C) Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
General Comment- Observed split gaskets on both reach in two door cooler and walk in freezer. Maintain in good repair to ensure proper refrigeration.4-402.12 Fixed Equipment, Elevation or Sealing
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “JAMBA JUICE #613” or State ID 2060020000). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.