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A99.5

JOES KWIK MART

10925 UNIVERSITY CITY BV, Charlotte, NC 28262
Food Stands · NC permit/State ID 2060023799
Latest gradeA (99.5)
Last inspectedAug 4, 2025
Inspections on record9
On record sinceJul 28, 2021

Mobile units are mapped at their registered address (usually a base or commissary), not where they're serving today.

Score history

7085100 Jul 28, 2021: 95Jan 24, 2022: 97.5Aug 3, 2022: 97Mar 27, 2023: 97.5Sep 13, 2023: 95.5Mar 26, 2024: 94Nov 22, 2024: 97.5Mar 19, 2025: 98.5Aug 4, 2025: 99.5
Jul 28, 2021Higher is betterAug 4, 2025

Inspections & violations

Aug 4, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#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. Observed debris in walk-in cooler floor and walk-in freezer floor.

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Mar 19, 2025 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 package of cheddar brats in tall RIC with a 7-day discard time of 3/11 at 6am. Cheddar brats were held past their 7-day timeframe. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the brats. -REPEAT- For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
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 box of single-service cups stored directly on the floor in dry storage. Keep at least 6 inches above the ground.

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Nov 22, 2024 A 97.5 · 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 certified food protection manager on site. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 by three-compartment sink. -CDI- PIC provided paper towels.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Corrected during inspection
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 package of hot dogs in tall RIC with a 7-day discard time of 11/22 at 6am. Hot dogs were held past their 7-day timeframe. -CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded 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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. -Observed rusted shelving above three-compartment sink, where clean dishes are stored.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −1
Repeat violation
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf- Observed no bleach strips for bleach sanitizer. Sanitizer test strips must be provided.

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Mar 26, 2024 A 94 · 7 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM on site. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed chili and cheese in the dispenser holding below 135F. Items had been in the hot unit for 4 days. CDI- Items discarded. 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 .
#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 breakfast sandwiches holding above 41F in the grab and go case. CDI- Sandwiches discarded. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 cold slaw in the tall reach in cooler without a date. CDI- Discarded. 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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed rusted shelving above 3 comp sink.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf Observed no bleach strips for bleach sanitizer. Get strips
#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 tall reaching cooler in need of cleaning.

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Sep 13, 2023 A 95.5 · 6 violations
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(O) Ensure food employees are informed of their responsibility to report required symptoms, illnesses and exposure.-PF - PIC could not provide employee health policy. CDI - PIC sent sample health policy to use. 0 pts. For more information on employee health policy, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf No soap at hand washing sink in back. CDI - PIC placed soap in dispenser. // 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf No paper towels at front hand washing sink. CDI - PIC placed roll at sink.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Ice machine shield has black buildup on it and needs to be cleaned. Clean ice machine more frequently. 0 pts.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf No date labels on cole slaw at self service cooler or in upright cooler in back. TCS ready-to-eat foods must be labeled with date. CDI - PIC placed date on containers. REPEAT For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate −0.5
4-502.11(B) Provide accurately calibrated thermometers. Pf. No thermometer at establishment. VR - Verification required within 10 days that establishment acquires a thermometer. For information on how to properly calibrate a thermometer please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: https://youtu.be/IxXix712KkI
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. 1 dead roach in back room with ice machine. Remove dead pests. 0 pts.

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Mar 27, 2023 A 97.5 · 5 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 not a CFPM. REPEAT.
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
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 slaw in cold well and in reach in with no date labels. CDI - Date labels were added. 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 . 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 cheddar dogs in reach in with date of 3/19 to 3/25. CDI - PIC stated date was not changed and is incorrect. CDI - PIC corrected the date. 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 .
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P Observed QAC sanitizer in 3-comp sink over 500 ppm. CDI - PIC diluted sanitizer.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed food on floor in WIF. Needs to be off the floor.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and utensils. Observed sanitizer bucket with wet wiping cloths on the floor in the back room. PIC stated it was an old bucket from last night and the chemical inside may not be sanitizer. EHS informed PIC to store buckets off the floor and only sanitizer should be in sanitizer buckets. CDI - PIC emptied contents and moved bucket off floor.

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Aug 3, 2022 A 97 · 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 not a CFPM. REPEAT.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Repeat violation
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine needs cleaning. Observed ice chute on soda fountain needs cleaning. REPEAT.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed doors open on dumpsters. REPEAT.

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Jan 24, 2022 A 97.5 · 8 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager
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 not a CFPM. Facility remains in the 210 day transitional window.
#3 · Management, food & conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities & reporting
Corrected during inspection
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 is missing updated 2017 Food Code Employee Health Policy. CDI - EHS discussed changes with PIC and provided PIC with updated Employee Health Agreements via email.
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed facility does not have vomiting and diarrheal cleaning procedures. CDI - EHS discussed requirements with PIC and provided EHS with a link to the state procedures.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice chute on soda fountain has green build up inside at the corners and ice machine has black residue build up inside. Needs cleaning.
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate −1
Repeat violationFollow-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 facility does not have a thin probe thermometer for measuring food temperatures. REPEAT. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead roaches and other bugs on floor of room with ice machine. PIC stated pest control visited 2 weeks ago.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed door opened on dumpster.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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 edging missing and loose tiles in door way between kitchen and WIC. Needs repair. 6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Observed floor next to the wall, in the room with the ice machine is not smooth or easily cleanable. Dead bugs and dirt could be observed in the ridges of the floor. Observed floor under shelving and under ice machine needs cleaning. 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.

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Jul 28, 2021 A 95 · 6 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. Observed no CFPM onsite.
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Observed batteries in handsink in back room. CDI- Batteries were removed.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
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 opened packages of hot dogs and egg rolls with no dates. PIC stated hot dog package was opened 5 days ago. CDI- Hot dogs and egg rolls were voluntarily discarded.
#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 facility did not have a thin probe thermometer. VERIFICATION REQUIRED.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed sticker residue on the outside of utensils. Observed build up in microwave. Observed green residue on the outside of the customer soda fountain ice chute.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Ensure drain plug on dumpsters, waste containers is in place. Observed no drain plugs on dumpsters. Transitional item.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “JOES KWIK MART” or State ID 2060023799). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.