A99
OLDE PROVIDENCE ELEMENTARY
3800 REA RD, Charlotte, NC 28277
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110070
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedAug 27, 2026
Inspections on record46
On record sinceAug 27, 2013
Score history
Feb 12, 2015Higher is betterAug 27, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 27, 2026 A 99 · 3 violations
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (F) Wash hands during food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination, and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks. -P. Observed 2 separate staff members pick up a dropped pencil off the floor and not remove gloves or hand wash afterwards CDI-staff washed hands after EHS intervention
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-502.11(A) Maintain utensils in good repair. Observed cracked ice scoop
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents.
Observed some trash on ground and dumpster lids open.
May 26, 2026 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). Observed no date marking of Caesar salads prepared previous Friday. CDI-discarded
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
Dec 11, 2025 A 99 · 2 violations
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
Observed wiping cloths being held in sanitizer with concentration below 200ppm quat during inspection.
CDI - Bucket refilled with sanitizer above 200ppm quat.
Repeat. 1 pt.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed shelves in dry storage rusting. Repair or replacement necessary.
0 pts.
Sep 10, 2025 A 97.5 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Facility has state approved variance for wash/rinse/sanitizing operations in two compartment sink. EHS did not observe process and PIC stated it is rarely used.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
4-703.11(B) After being cleaned in a mechanical dish machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in the dish machine by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer.-P.
Observed mechanical dish machine only able to achieve a maximum temperature of 155F during inspection. Maintenance contacted during inspection. Facility shall use dish machine to wash and rinse utensils and sanitize in two compartment sink. Facility has state variance for w/r/s operations in two compartment sink. All foods already served on single use utensils.
72 hour VR required.
1.5 pts.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records
Corrected during inspection
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 TPHC chart not filled out indicating the time foods were placed on time.
CDI - PIC labeled with time.
0 pts.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
Observed wiping cloths being stored in sanitizer with concentration of 0ppm quat during inspection.
CDI - Sanitizer changed to solution maintaining 400ppm quat.
Repeat. 1 pt.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Corrected during inspection
4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent
cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance.
4-202.11 Multiuse 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 unsealed wood being used to support drying rack table legs in dish pit. Repair or replacement necessary. Observed multiple cracked and chipped rubber spatulas being stored as clean during inspection.
CDI - Rubber spatulas voluntarily discarded.
0 pts.
Mar 28, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
Observed wiping cloths being stored in quat sanitizer solution at less that 50ppm. Label on the quat container states that it is active at 200-400ppm. -CDI- PIC replaced the sanitizer with new solution at 400ppm.
Jan 6, 2025 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 black buildup on the RIC and WIC gaskets on the door. Increase cleaning frequency. (0.5 pts)
Sep 10, 2024 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.13 (B) Provide an approved Max/Min thermometer for testing sanitizing temperatures in hot water warewashing machines. The thermometer must be readily accessible. -Pf Observed max/min thermometer not operating. Replace batteries or obtain new max/min thermometer for dish machine.
Mar 12, 2024 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P EHS observed multiple sanitizer buckets with little to no concentration when tested. CDI PIC remade sanitizer and was at correct concentration levels. -0 points
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
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspection
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf EHS observed a dented can of pizza sauce stored with non dented cans. CDI PIC placed dented pizza sauce can separate from others. -1 point
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. EHS observed wiping cloths in sanitzer buckets with no concentration levels. CDI all buckets were remade by PIC at correct concentration levels. -.5 points
Nov 17, 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 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 a tray of fries and a tray of pizza being stored in RIC without date marks. CDI: PIC date marked items which were prepared yesterday.
Sep 8, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 11, 2023 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#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 minor dust buildup on non food contact exterior of dish machine
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
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 one (1) employee birthday cake stored above ready to eat food in the WIC. CDI - PIC moved birthday cake to designated employee storage.
Feb 13, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 14, 2022 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
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 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 effective date marking throughout establishment, with the exception of a single (1) package of shredded mozzarella cheese. PIC confirmed date of packaging opening via provision of previous week’s menu. CDI - PIC properly labeled opened package of mozzarella cheese with an effective date mark.
#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 two (2) recently delivered packages of unwashed produce (oranges) stored in direct contact with WIC floor.
#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 dumpster with missing drain plug. Recently installed drain plug was seen next to dumpster, having seemingly been broken off during waste management servicing of dumpsters. REPEAT.
No escalation in point deduction due to noted efforts at improvement.
Sep 7, 2022 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed cardboard dumpster with missing drain plug.
May 12, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 16, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 23, 2021 A 99 · 2 violations
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspection
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf. Observed dented can of applesauce commingled with other facility canned food items. CDI - Dented can was voluntarily discarded. - 1 -
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Corrected during inspection
4-302.13 (B) Provide an approved Max/Min thermometer for testing sanitizing temperatures in hot water warewashing machines. The thermometer must be readily accessible. -Pf Observed no max/min thermometer capable of testing temperatures at high temp dish machine. CDI by education. 2017 Food Code requirement documents emailed to PIC. - 0 -
Sep 3, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 16, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 26, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 12, 2020 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 30, 2020 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 hamburger/pizza recorded below 135F (see chart). CDI- Placed on TPHC.
Sep 19, 2019 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils.
Personal drink stored on shelf above sink.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf
One container soiled with dry food debris. CDI- Taken to dishwasher.
May 9, 2019 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed
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 PIC wash hands and used same washed hands to turn sink knobs off. CDI- PIC re-washed hands several times during the inspection. 0 points.
#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 a prepped salad that was lacking a date mark in the 2 door tall refrigeration unit. CDI- Food was dated during the inspection. -1.5 points.
Feb 26, 2019 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 41F or less. -P Salads were cold holding in 2 door tall unit at greater than 41 degrees. This is most likely due to the refrigerator unit being left opened while other foods are being inserted inside. Recommend lowering the time that the refrigerator stays open to better retain proper cold holding temps. CDI- PIC moved salads to walk in cooler to cool. -1.5 points.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf Observed a dented can being stored with cans that were said to be for service. CDI- PIC moved dented can to segregated area. 0 points.
Oct 8, 2018 A 98.5 · 5 violations
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Salads were date marked 10/3. PIC stated that the salads were stored in refrigeration since Friday, which was 10/6. Ensure that date marking is consistent throughout. CDI- PIC changed date to reflect the date it was prepared. 0 points.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Salads were cooling in 2 door refrigeration still enclosed inside of casing. CDI- salads were ventilated and placed in the walk in cooler for better cooling methods. -.5 points.
#38 · Personal cleanliness −0.5
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Food prep employee was prepping foods while wearing a watch. -.5 points.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - C Ice crystals were forming near the condenser pipe in the freezer unit. Ensure that all equipment is in good working repair. 0 points.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-303.11 Intensity-Lighting - C Lights was off in the hood system above the oven while food was being cooked. Ensure that all lighting is on while cooking and is at least 50 ftcd. -.5 points.
General Comment: Water at only hand sink in prep area supplied extremely hot water through both valves temporarily. Recommend having a plumber come out and evaluate hand sink to ensure that cold water valve's retention time is adequate to refrain from scolding hands when hand washing.
Jun 6, 2018 A 97 · 4 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.11 Clean condition-Hands and Arms - P Observed burn on staffer hand that is closed and looks mostly healed; advised to keep covered with glove in case skin is thin and may break open with sharp blow. CDI by putting on glove to cover burn.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed sticky residue on vented pans where plastic had melted to pan, food debris on one vented pan; one scoop with food debris on it was in drawer. CDI by pulling item and sending to dish area for re-washing. Always monitor for cleanliness before putting back for re-use. Repeat violation.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
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 salsa labeled 05/30/18, which is actually on day 8. Was holding 36F, which would allow it to be held for 7 days. When counting, must count day that item was opened as day 1. CDI by discarding salsa.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-501.14 Change the filters and clean the intake and exhaust air ducts so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt or other materials. Staff bathroom in kitchen has vent that is dusty and needs to be cleaned more often so that dust does not accumlate.
Jan 5, 2018 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed ladles hanging as clean with food buildup on the food contact surface and buildup on the surface of the white cutting boards stored as clean. CDI - PIC pulled these and sent them to the dish pit for cleaning. -1.5-
#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 buildup on the drying shelf just outside the dish pit. -0-
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and 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 rusting ceiling tile grid above the dish machine. -0-
Nov 9, 2017 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 6, 2017 A 99 · 2 violations
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster doors open. -0-
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed cabinet and plastic tubs stored in the dumpster area behind the dumpsters.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-501.114 Discard items and litter stored on the premises as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed rusting stove in the kitchen area that was previously used for cooking burgers. -1- REPEAT
Apr 21, 2017 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#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 buildup in the bottom the condiment bins near the register. Clean these. -0-
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed leak at the rinsing station tot he left of the receiving window for dishes. Repair. -0-
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-501.114 Discard items and litter stored on the premises as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed rusted out fryer under the hood in the kitchen. Remove from area if it will not be placed back in service. -.5-
Feb 7, 2017 A 98 · 5 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
Observed employee at warewashing area moving from clean to dirty without a handwash. CDI: Instructed employees on when a handwash is required.
2-301.14 Wash hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils and before food preparation, handling clean equipment and utensils and unwrapped single-use/single-service articles. -P
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed two unlabelled food containers on the speed rack near ice machine. Label all containers of food.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed an open dryer vent chute on the exterior of building near back door of facility. Secure the opening to prevent
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-202.13 Backflow Prevention, Air Gap - P Observed direct plumbing at two 2-comparment sinks in kitchen area. Provide an air gap. CDI: Maintenence request submitted today.
#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 trash building up behind dumpster in the garbage enclosure. Remove litter as it accumulates.
Dec 1, 2016 A 99 · 2 violations
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −1
Repeat violation
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed missing door on dumpster. Repair order is already submitted. -1- REPEAT
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and 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 damaged baseboards beneath the receiving window for dirty dishes. Repair.
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 dust buildup on the cooling fan in the dish room, on the vent covers and on the HVAC vents. Clean these. -.5-
Sep 7, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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May 12, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Mar 10, 2016 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 3, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 15, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 14, 2015 A 97 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 12, 2015 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 6, 2014 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 26, 2014 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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May 1, 2014 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 3, 2014 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Oct 23, 2013 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 27, 2013 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “OLDE PROVIDENCE ELEMENTARY” or State ID 2060110070). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.