CIRCLE K #2723965

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food protection manager on duty during inspection. (1 pt) For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed leaking soda machine. PIC stated that they have already placed a work order for the machine. (0 pts)

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 floor tiles holding pooled water in the back of the facility. Repair/replace damaged tiles. REPEAT*** (0.5 pts)

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 floor tiles in the back of the facility. Repair or replace the damaged tiles.

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed food employee dumping sanitizer in hand sink. CDI - EHS stopped food employee and directed them to use the three compartment sink in back area. (2) REPEAT

7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed bathroom cleaner and degreaser stored above the sanitizer bay at the three compartment sink. Clean sheet pans were observed stored clean on drain board. No contamination was observed. CDI - PIC removed chemicals from above sanitizer bay. (1)

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a live mouse in dumpster area. Observed numerous flies in dumpster area. (1)

3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping cloths in 50 ppm concentrated sanitizer. CDI - employee removed sanitizer and made bucket at 200ppm. REPEAT (1)

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no covered waste bin in unisex restroom. (0)

5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed doors left open to dumpster. REPEAT. 5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed dumpster area littered with debris. (1) 5-501.16 (C )Provide waste bins in required areas including at handwash sinks. Observed no available waste bin by hand sink in back 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. Observed mop sink accumulating a large amount of black residue and debris. Increase cleaning frequency. (0)

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed PIC making sanitizer bucket in the handsink. CDI-EHS instructed PIC to use 3-compartment sink to make all sanitizer buckets. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed hand sink in back area next to 3-compartment sink without any means for hand drying. CDI-PIC provided towels. REPEAT.

3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wiping cloths being stored on counter at the beginning of inspection. Sanitizer was tested and observed to be over 400ppm. Recommended manufacturer concentration between 200-400ppm. CDI- New sanitizer was made. EHS instructed PIC to keep all in use wiping cloths in that sanitizer. REPEAT.

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 drink cups being stored on the floor in back area. Single service items in the front being stored on rolling shelves not six inches above the ground. REPEAT.

6-501.18 Maintain handwashing sinks, toilets and urinals clean. Observed toilet room in need of cleaning.

5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed one dumpster missing top lids. The second dumpster doors were ajar. Lids need to be replaced and doors need to be kept shut. REPEAT.

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 being stored around the hand sink and on prep table surfaces throughout back prep area. Designate employee food area.

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. 5-205.11 (A) A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use Pf. Observed a gas can inside of the back kitchen hand sink and plastic bins blocking access. CDI - All items were removed.

3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Observed open packages of hot dogs with no date marks. CDI - Items were date marked. Repeat. No escalation in points due to improvement.

3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths on prep counters.

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 a rack for single service items behind the counter that is less than 6 inches off of the ground. Repeat.

4-303.11 (A) (B) Cleaning agents and chemical sanitizers that are used to clean and sanitize equipment and utensils shall be provided and available for use during all hours of operation. -Pf Observed no sanitizer during inspection. CDI - PIC sent an employee to another location to obtain Quat sanitizer. Employee provided and correctly mixed sanitizer.

5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed open dumpster doors. 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed missing drain plug on the right side dumpster.

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation No CFPM present at the time of the inspection. REPEAT.

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed no paper towel at the hand sink near the 3 compartment sink. CDI - Paper towels were added.

3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf 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 . Observed opened containers of salsa with no date marking. Label salsa after opening with 7 day date marking. CDI - Salsa was voluntarily discarded.

3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf. Observed chicken wings with no time stamp to indicate time prepared or discard time. CDI - Correct discard time stamp was added to the chicken wings. 3-501.19(B)(4)(5)Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. The food shall be discarded after the food has completed its 4 hour hold time, if the food is in unmarked containers, or marked with a time that exceeds the 4 hour time limit. -P Observed breakfast sandwiches held longer than 4 hours. Discard Time 8:55 AM, observed on display at 11:40 AM. CDI - Items voluntarily discarded.

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 boxes of cups stored on the floor in the back kitchen prep area.

For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation 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 with no CFPM.

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 paper wrapped burritos with expiration date more than 7 days. CDI. PIC corrected the date marks on the items. 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 .

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

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed a box stored in the hand sink at the back room. CDI: box removed. -1-

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed ants near the hand sink at the back room. Recommend to have pest control to come spray as often as needed. -0-

3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . Observed hot dogs date labeled for more than 7 days shelf life once opened. CDI: EHS discussed with PIC Melissa and was able to correct the labeling during inspection. -1.5-

4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf . For information on how to properly calibrate a thermometer please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training video at the following weblink: https://youtu.be/IxXix712KkI Observed no thermometer available. VR within 10 days. -0.5-

3-306.11 Protect food on display using shields, packaging, or other effective means. -P Observed pizza cabinet with whole pizzas displayed for customers to grab and go. CDI: EHS discussed with PIC and will start packaging the slices individually. -0-

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed torn gasket at tall reach in freezer by the soda boxes. -0-

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 with no CFPM. REPEAT VIOLATION -1-

2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF For more information on employee health policy please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed facility employee health policy does not include nontyphoidal salmonella. CDI: EHS discussed with PIC and emailed a copy of the updated employee reporting agreement to email on file. -0-

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. TPHC procedure template may be found at: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed facility does not have written procedures items put on TPHC. A template has been emailed to email on file. VR within 10 days to ensure TPHC template has been filled out. REPEAT VIOLATION -3-

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 on proper cooling procedures please visit:  http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed a speed rack of sandwiches cooling with a plastic cover over the rack. CDI: plastic cover was removed. -0-

2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. OBSERVED no PIC on duty that was a certified food protection manager. REPEAT. -2 pts.

2-103.11(M) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure. -PF OBSERVED no employee health sign nor policy on site. PIC was unsure of symptoms and illnesses employees' must report if experiencing them or received exposure to. CDI. EHS gave facility employee health sign and educated employees on symptoms and illnesses that must be reported if experiencing them. -0 pts.

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P OBSERVED coleslaw in the cold hold station temping at 50F. PIC stated items are left in there all day and should have been discarded last night. CDI. PIC voluntarily discarded cole slaw. -0 pts.

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 opened bag of hashbrowns, hotdogs, and breakfast empanadas opened. PIC was unsure when packages were opened due to no date being product. CDI. PIC discarded items.

3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf OBSERVED no time stamp for the breakfast sandwiches. PIC stated items should have been discarded at 10:00am. PIC discarded sandwiches. EHS will return to site to verify written procedures for holding food on time and to verify facility is accurately time stamping products. - 2 pts. REPEAT.

4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf OBSERVED no thin probe thermometer on site. EHS will VR within 10 days to verify accurate thermometer is on site. -0.5 pts

6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. OBSERVED employees' lunch being stored on top of items in the lowboy behind the cash. PIC discarded food items. Future references, items shall be in a designated area on the lowest shelf. -0.5 pts

2-101.11 PIC shall be present during all hours of operation. -PF Observed no certified food protection manager on site at time of inspection.

5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Observed dirty utensils stored in handwash sink . CDI removed and took to 3 compartment sink to be washed.

3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf Observed sandwhiches held on tphc marked with 1:11 pm discard times still on sale at 3:30 pm . CDI discarded items. Repeat violation.

2-101.11 PIC shall be present during all hours of operation. -PF Observed no certified food protection manager on site at time of inspection.

3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf Sandwiches on tphc not labeled. CDI advised attendant to discard.

4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf Observed thermometer could not be located.

Repeat: 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed no paper towels available at back handsink in kitchen and front counter sink. CDI: paper towels were provided.

Repeat: 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. Observed no sanitizer available for use. CDI: bleach sanitizer made up at proper concentration by EHS during inspection.

General Comment: 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P. Observed tornadoes on roller grill at 130F and egg rolls at 128F. CDI: discarded by store manager.

5-402.13 Maintain sanitary sewage system.-P. Observed 3-compartment floor drain clogged and toilets in both restrooms backing up into the floor. Immediate suspension issued. Food service was shut down. Food service is prohibited at this time. Food service shall remain closed until health department makes a visit and re-opens food service back up. Follow-up by 2/21/19

General Comment: 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 floor tiles cracked in room where 3-comp sink is located.

Repeat: 2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Food manager present did not have certificate.

Repeat: 5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf. Back handsink blocked by boxes. CDI: boxes relocated. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. No paper towels available at back handsink. CDI: paper towels provided.

Repeat: 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. No sanitizer observed available for use. CDI: quat sanitizer was made up at 3-comp sink and made available at 200ppm. Return visit required by 8/3/18

General Comment: 7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -P. Chemical bottle observed stored on counter next to oven behind front counter. CDI: relocated.

Repeat: 4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf. Food thermometer could not be located. Return visit need by 8/3/18

General Comment: 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Boxes and other storage observed stored on floor at back storage room. Some shelving observed < 6 inches.

General Comment: 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Mutiple cloths observed stored on front counter next to oven. CDI: relocated.

Repeat: 2 pts - 2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food manager available.

Repeat: 1 pt - 6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf. No soap available at back handsink. CDI: soap provided. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. No paper towels available at back handsink. CDI: towels provided.

Repeat: 3 pts - 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. Observed no sanitizer available for use. CDI: quat sanitizer made up at 200ppm in bucket.

General Comment: 0 pts - 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P. Observed wings inside hot box measuring 117 deg F. CDI: wings discarded.

Repeat: 3 pts - 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf. Observed pepper jack and pork sausages opened yesterday without date and egg rolls opened on Tuesday 2/27 without date. CDI: products properly dated.

General Comment: 0 pts - 4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf. Observed no food thermometer available. Verification required by 3/11/18

Repeat: 1 pt - 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed live roach activity inside cabinet at drink station below tea urns. Facility will notify pest control company for treatment today.

General Comment: 0 pts - 4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed several boxes of single service items and other storage on the floor at back and kitchen.

General Comment: 0 pts - 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 trash and build-up on kitchen floor.

REPEAT: 2 pts. 2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food protection manager present.

REPEAT: 2 pts. 5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf. Observed back handsink not accessible. Storage observed inside sink including broken soap dispenser and paper towels. CDI: handsink cleaned out and made accessible.

REPEAT: 1.5 pts. 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. Observed no sanitizer available for use. CDI: quat sanitizer made up at 200ppm in spray bottle.

1.5 pts. 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 hot dogs and sausage dogs in walk-in cooler that could last up to 7 days not date marked. CDI: properly date marked.

0pts. General Comment: 7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -P. Observed 2 spray bottles of chemicals stored on counter next to to-go pizza boxes and oven. CDI: chemicals relocated to back chemical shelf.

1 pt. 6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed fruit flies at back 3-compartment sink area. Pest control will be notified for pest control.

2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no certified food manager present.

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at front or back handsink. CDI: paper towels were provided during inspection. 5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Observed scrub mat stored inside back handsink. CDI: mat removed.

4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed quat sanitizer at 3-comp sink being held at 0ppm and sanitizer in spray bottle at 50ppm. CDI: sanitizer dumped and refilled with sanitizer at correct concentration for 3-comp and spray bottle.

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 floors needing to be cleaned in back storage room and room where 3-comp sink is located. 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 some broken floor tiles in room where 3-comp sink is located.