A99.5
DEVONSHIRE ELEMENTARY
6500 BARRINGTON DR, Charlotte, NC 28215
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110024
Latest gradeA (99.5)
Last inspectedOct 15, 2026
Inspections on record46
On record sinceSep 23, 2013
Score history
Feb 27, 2015Higher is betterOct 15, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 15, 2026 A 99.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Establishment had no violations cited for warewashing procedures. Ensure food employees allow a contact time of at least 30 seconds when sanitizing equipment.
National school lunch week inspired menu.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed establishment without functioning dish machine. PIC was aware and stated the follow; item has been down since 10/6, has not been in-use, already approved for repair, and disrepair is due to a malfunctioning conveyer belt line. EHS observed proper dish washing procedures during inspection. EHS will follow up with establishment to assess dish machine.
May 4, 2026 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
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 top of dish machine and fan above prep and clean equipment needing cleaning.
Dec 18, 2025 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Facility has recently changed sanitizers and is no longer using “SECURE” sanitizer. EHS and PIC looked at new bottle which did not provide clear instructions on how to make sanitizer for food contact surfaces but does indicate the range needs to be 200-400ppm. EHS advised PIC about new test strips that came with the chemical and that when testing, not to “swish” the strip around which can cause quat loading. Instead, dip test strip into the chemical (free of bubbles) and remove after holding for the amount of time indicated on the test strip bottle then read the concentration.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed torn flap at walk in cooler door. Flap is no longer smooth an easily cleanable. Replace or remove torn flap.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & 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. Observed minor dust build up on wall vents near prep table.
Sep 4, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 30, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 5, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 23, 2024 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection led by Lorne Cook.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed walk in freezer with ice buildup on the lines under air box. Repair leak to prevent ice buildup.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.16 Store mops for air drying after use. Observe mops drying against outside wall in can wash area and with mop head upright which can drain down onto the handle.
May 28, 2024 A 99 · 1 violation
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed sanitizer spray bottle on bottom shelf of prep table with clean bowls. Observed sanitizer bucket on prep table. CDI PIC moved spray bottle and bucket.
Dec 12, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 7, 2023 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 breakfast bags containing string cheese and yogurt holding above 41F in reach-in cooler. Ambient temperature of unit read between 47-50F. Per PIC, breakfast bags were placed in unit less than 4 hours prior. - CDI - PIC moved breakfast bags to walk-in cooler to quickly cool. PIC agreed to discontinue use of RIC until repaired. Follow up visit required to ensure unit has been repaired for long term compliance.
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 .
May 22, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 28, 2023 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 nuggets and rice pulled out of the freezer from previous day without dates. CDI. PIC date marked and indicated that the rice and nuggets will be cooked this morning.
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 .
Nov 17, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 1, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 19, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 23, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 13, 2021 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate
4-203.12 Temperature Measuring Devices, Ambient Air and Water - Accuracy. Observed no measuring device at the dish machine during inspection. Needs to purchase one.
#56 · Meets ventilation & 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. Observed employee drinks stored directly on the prep table. CDI. PIC removed.
Aug 30, 2021 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT VIOLATION:
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed stacks of wooden pallets stored outside behind dumpsters. Discussion with custodian and he stated that he will remove remaining pallets as to not cause rodent breeding area by the end of the day.
May 13, 2021 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer at proper strength between uses. Observed sanitizer bucket at 0ppm. CDI: sanitizer dumped and refilled to proper concentration during inspection.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed stacks of wooden pallets stored outside behind dumpsters. Cafeteria manager stated that she would notify custodians to come remove pallets as to not cause rodent breeding area.
Dec 7, 2020 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 30, 2020 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 20, 2019 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 salads left over from the previous day without date mark. CDI - Salads being used for immediate service. PIC will date mark if any left after lunch service today.
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 container of mozzarella cheese with date mark of 11/1; time/temperature window has expired. CDI - Cheese voluntarily discarded.
May 30, 2019 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Follow-up verification required
4-501.112(A)(2) Provide a minimum of 180F rinse water for sanitization when using the dish machine. -Pf
Observed the booster heater on the dish machine not properly working. This is creating an issue with properly sanitizing the equipment going through the dish machine. A VERIFICATION VISIT WILL BE REQUIRED WITHIN 10 DAYS TO ENSURE THE UNIT IS PROPERLY SANITIZING EQUIPMENT.
*Facility will use all disposable items except for equipment needed for cooking until the machine can be repaired. The equipment will be washed, rinsed and sanitized by hand.
Feb 28, 2019 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 29, 2018 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P
Observed several sheet pans of the sweet potato fries hot holding below 135F. They were ranging anywhere between 118-128F. CDI-All of the sheet pans of fries were put back into the oven and properly reheated.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
Observed the lid open to the recycling dumpster. The dumpster is overfull which is causing the reason for why the lid is unable to be closed. Either have the boxes broken down to create more space for the dumpster to be properly closed.
Sep 21, 2018 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 31, 2018 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.111 Keep storage areas and bins for waste in good repair.
Observed a missing lid to the outside dumpster. Have replaced.
Feb 26, 2018 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 11, 2017 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 26, 2017 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 12, 2017 A 99 · 1 violation
#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 a couple of shelves with chipping paint and rust in walk in cooler. Replace.
Mar 10, 2017 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −1
Corrected during 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 TPHC board filled out with future start times for food that is still in cold holding. CDI - Times erased and new time stamps recorded as foods are removed from temperature control.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Clean minor build up from walk in cooler shelves. Improvement noted from last inspection.
Dec 1, 2016 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Dust accumulation on inside of fan guard and fan blades above clean drain board at dish machine. Clean.
Sep 19, 2016 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#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 cooked rice in warmer stored < 135F. CDI by reheating to 165F for 15 seconds.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. observed opening under back screen door. repair to prevent entry of insects/rodents.
Apr 25, 2016 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#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 chicken on line steam table < 135F. CDI by reheating to 165F for 15 seconds.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-303.11 Intensity-Lighting - Dry storage room needs more lighting.
Feb 16, 2016 A 100 · 1 violation
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips
4-501.15 Operate a warewashing machine in accordance with data plate. observed dish machine rinse thermometer reading < 180F. dish machine passed thermolabel test. PIC will place a work order request with CMS.
Oct 22, 2015 A 97.5 · 2 violations
#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 spinach in open container in walk-in cooler with incorrect date mark (10-07)according to PIC. CDI date marked for 10-20.
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 leaf lettuce stored in open bag with date mark of 10-14, held past 7 day window. CDI voluntary discard.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −1
Corrected during 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 Observed ceasar salads in upright cooler that were served the previous day. Salads were 45F. Do not hold foods over that are being placed on TPHC, unless the food item never exceeds 41F. CDI by voluntary discard of salads.
Jul 14, 2015 A 98.5 · 2 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: Cooked pizza 64-65F in walk in cooler. CDI-pizza was out of cooler for a small amount of time but placed back in cooler.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-101.19 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - C: Rust observed on bottom shelving in dry stock room. Repair or replace.
May 21, 2015 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-201.11 Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability - C: Clean ceiling around big HVAC vents.
6-501.11 Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods - C: Remove ice build up from condensor in freezer. Repair if leaking.
Feb 27, 2015 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 10, 2014 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-501.11 Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods - C: Observed shelves starting to rust in dry storage room and inside Victory 2 door freezer.
Sep 12, 2014 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-201.11 Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability - C: Clean walls in dry storage room under behind/under spices. Spillage evident.
Jun 2, 2014 A 100 · 1 violation
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
3-602.11 Food Labels - PF: Food packaged in facility for sale such as salads must bare labels containing nutritional facts/ingredients. CMS is currently working with the State to gain compliance.
Feb 27, 2014 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-602.11 Food Labels - PF: Items packaged in facility such as salads need to bare labels with ingredients/health facts. CDI- CMS is working with the state to gain compliance.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-201.16 Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings - C: Ceiling tiles above the serving line must be smooth, cleanable, and non-absorbent.
Dec 3, 2013 A 97.5 · 5 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4.601.11 Food contact surfaces shall be cleaned. Observed ice machine and microwave with food debris and mold in ice machine-CDI-Ice machine cleaned during inspection. Microwave to be moved to teacher's lounge.
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
3.602.11GC-Food Labels. Observed cafeteria prepared salads and cookies without ingredients/health facts-CDI-I advised the health department and school system will determine how to correct this issue.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4.501.11 Equipment in good repair. Observed gasket on milk cooler hanging off. Must be maintained in good repair.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
Corrected during inspection
5.205.15 System maintained in good repair-Observed pipe under dish machine leaking. Must repair pipe-CDI-During inspection, plumber repaired pipe
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6.201.16 GC Walls and ceilings coverings and coatings-observed ceiling tiles that were absorbent at front serving line. Must have non absorbent, cleanable ceiling tiles above food serving areas.
Sep 23, 2013 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
4-204.115 Warewashing Machines, Temperature Measuring Devices; Observed rinse cycle thermometer not properly functioning during cycle measuring 20 degrees to low. (maintenance call made during inspection)
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “DEVONSHIRE ELEMENTARY” or State ID 2060110024). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.