Sep 10, 2026
A 100
· 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
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May 12, 2026
A 98.5
· 2 violations
#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).
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 .
3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it has not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -P The PIC should train and assign staff to monitor date marking to prevent the use of food products that are no longer in compliance with 3-501.17 (A), (B), or (C)
Observed salads from yesterday without dates. CDI. PIC dated.
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 .
#40 · 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 employees wearing jewelry while working with food.
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Dec 17, 2025
A 99.5
· 2 violations
#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 in use wet wiping. Cloth held in solution at 0ppm quat. CDI. PIC replaced solution.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed dumpster with a missing drain plug.
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed furniture waste stored. Directly on the floor by dumpster area.
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Aug 28, 2025
A 100
· 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
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Mar 18, 2025
A 99.5
· 1 violation
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed large amounts of ice in the WIF due to the condenser leaking periodically. Make maintenance request to have WIF condenser repaired. (0.5 pts)
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Dec 5, 2024
A 100
· 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
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Aug 27, 2024
A 99
· 6 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. - P. Observed freshly made sanitizer at 3-compartment sink registering at 50 PPM according to facility’s test strips. Solution not in use. CDI - Food employee added additional qt sani which achieved concentration between 150-200 PPM. -0-
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
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 sweetened condensed milk stored with intact cans. PIC advised that the product is not for service. CDI - Dented can separated. -0-
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses.
REPEAT VIOLATION: 3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor and to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and utensils. EHS observed sanitizer bucket stored directly on floor at serving line. Sanitizer read at 0 PPM qt. CDI - Bucket refreshed with santizer between 150-200 PPM and stored on shelving. -0.5-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Corrected during inspection
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 three damaged rubber spatulas stored as clean. CDI - Utensils removed by employee. -0-
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. - Pf. Observed facility’s test strips unable to accurately measure qt sanitizer concentration as well as limited supply of strips (1 remaining). PIC unable to produre additional test strips during today’s inspection. EHS provided sample supply to facility. -0.5-
VR visit required to ensure compliance.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed sliding doors to (2) dumpsters left open. Close after use.
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed cardboard dumpster with a missing drain plug. Observed (1) dumpster without a drain plug.
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May 10, 2024
A 100
· 1 violation
#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. EHS observed sanitizer bucket stored directly on floor. CDI PIC removed bucket from floor. -0 Points
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Jan 8, 2024
A 100
· 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
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Oct 3, 2023
A 100
· 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
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Jun 1, 2023
A 99.5
· 3 violations
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed leaking faucet at 3 compartment sink. Repair
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpsters with lids and doors open.
#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 fan in dish area with dust build up. Clean as needed.
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Jan 23, 2023
A 99.5
· 3 violations
#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 a stack of single service trays with food contact surface facing upwards. CDI: trays were inverted.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed dish machine not working, PIC stated machine broke on Friday. Repair ticket was placed. Until dish machine is fixed facility is using 3 compartment sink.
Points decreased due to previous violation being corrected.
#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 being stored above facility food in walk in freezer. CDI: PIC moved food items to designated area away from facility food.
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Sep 20, 2022
A 99
· 2 violations
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed build up of ice in freezer, PIC stated repair ticket is placed for issue. PIC breaks up/ cleans up the ice buildup every other day or as needed.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed cardboard dumpster with a missing drain plug.
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Jan 14, 2022
A 99.5
· 1 violation
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed large amount of ice build at walk in freezer. PIC states management is aware and facility is waiting for parts to repair. Staff is cleaning ice from walk in every week.
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Oct 22, 2021
A 98.5
· 4 violations
#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 no written vomit and diarrheal plan in facility. CDI by education. Vomit and diarrheal plan emailed to PIC. - 0 -
#21 · 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 meat and cheese cups holding between 110-112F in hot box. CDI - Items placed on TPHC for use today. Item noted on facility TPHC board. - 1.5 -
#40 · Personal cleanliness
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed few employees without hair restraints. - 0 -
#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 measuring hot water temperature in high temp dish machine. CDI by education. Requirements emailed to PIC. - 0 -
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Feb 23, 2021
A 99.5
· 3 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 1 food employee turn faucet off with their bare hands after handwashing. CDI by instruction.
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
General Comment: 3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation - P - Protect foods after cooling process. Observed chicken and fries in WIF uncovered / unprotected after cooling from previous day. CDI, PIC stated that they were supposed to throw it away and voluntarily discarded foods.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
Observed dumpster missing lid. Repeat.
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Feb 12, 2020
A 99.5
· 3 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance - PF - Observed clean equipment air drying on rack in front of handwashing sink / soap dispenser on cart. CDI, cart relocated to provide easy access to handwashing sink.
#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 a dumpster lid damaged and missing.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed damaged wall and gap in wall and baseboard tile near floor in employee restroom. Seal / maintain in good repair to prevent potential pest harboarage area and facilitate cleaning.
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Oct 21, 2019
A 98.5
· 3 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 hamburger hot held below 100 degrees F in hot box. See temperature observations above. CDI, hamburgers out of temperature placed on TPHC for today's use. TPHC start time identified on TPHC board.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Corrected during inspection
General Comment: 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 - Observed a pan of salads placed in prep cooler to cool. CDI, pan transferred to walk in cooler to rapidly cool.
#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 - Observed 2 lights out under hood ventilation system.
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Apr 23, 2019
A 99.5
· 1 violation
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Crumbs in sliding door track of display cooler and minor build up on wire shelves in walk in cooler. CDI - All cleaned during the inspection.
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Jan 16, 2019
A 100
· 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
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Oct 2, 2018
A 100
· 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
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May 4, 2018
A 99.5
· 1 violation
#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 build up of dust from fan in dish room. Improvement from last inspection.
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Dec 6, 2017
A 99.5
· 2 violations
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed a damaged gasket to the hot box door. Have replaced.
#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.
Observed cleaning needed to the back reach in cooler. Have cleaned.
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Sep 11, 2017
A 99.5
· 1 violation
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed overflowing garbage and recycling outside dumpsters where the lids will not cover. The facility has contacted their company for a pick up but has not showed. REPEAT.
5-501.111 Keep storage areas and bins for waste in good repair. Observed damaged lids to the garbage dumpster. Have repaired. 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 small amounts of litter around the dumpster area. Have cleaned.
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Apr 20, 2017
A 99
· 4 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf Observed a pizza roller and a spoon with dried on food residue. CDI-The utensils were brought to the dish machine for cleaning.
#21 · Proper date marking and 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 Observed two containers of product with mislabeled dates. CDI-The products were properly dated.
#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. Observed buildup on the hood vents. Have cleaned.
#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 multiple open lids on both dumpters. CDI-The lids were closed.
5-501.111 Keep storage areas and bins for waste in good repair. Observed a missing lid on one of the dumpers and a damaged lid on one of the recycling dumpster. Have repaired.
5-501.111 Keep storage areas and bins for waste in good repair. Observed missing drain plug on one of the recycling dumpsters. Have replaced.
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Jan 27, 2017
A 99
· 2 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed an employee drink with no lid on bottom shelves. CDI-The employees discarded the drinks before it could have been mentioned. Drinks are okay as long as it is properly stored and covered.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed two burned out lights underneath the hood vent. Manager stated that she will notify maintenance on the issue.
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Oct 10, 2016
A 99
· 2 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 no paper towels at the handwash sink in the dish machine room. CDI-The PIC brought out more paper towels.
#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. Observed small amount of dust buildup on the light fixtures in the hood vents. Have cleaned.
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Apr 22, 2016
A 98
· 5 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Observed employee washing out wiping cloth in basin of handsink. CDI - PIC instructed employee to move to 3-comp sink with the wiping cloth anfd to clean the basin of the handsink. -1-
#38 · Personal cleanliness
Corrected during inspection
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed employee with long ponytail without hair covering. CDI - PIC instructed employee to put on hat and ponytail restraint using the back of the hat. -0-
#41 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5
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 utensils mixed together on a food tray on top of hot line. CDI - PIC removed these, washed them and placed clean utensils in food. -.5-
#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. Observed rolling cart used for food transport inside the handsink splash zone. Keep clean items out of the splash zone. -.5-
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-303.11 Intensity-Lighting - C Provide adequate lighting in the facility in all required areas. Observed three of eight light bulbs out under the hood system. Replace these. -0-
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Jan 20, 2016
A 100
· 1 violation
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Corrected during inspection
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed recycle bin missing side door. Work order will be placed.
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Nov 23, 2015
A 98.5
· 1 violation
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16 (A)(1) Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food), Hot and Cold Holding - P Observed multiple pans of chicken w/peppers & onions holding less than 135 F. Pans were thoroughly reheated.
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Jul 13, 2015
A 99
· 2 violations
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
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 1 dented can. Separated can for return.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
Corrected during inspection
4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - C Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed condensate leak in walkin freezer. Gave instruction to repair.
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May 27, 2015
A 100
· 1 violation
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips
Corrected during inspection
4-203.13 Pressure Measuring Devices, Mechanical Warewashing Equipment - C Dishmachine is sanitizing properly as evidenced by thermolabel but the pressure guage does not appear to be operating properly. Adjustment may be needed.
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Feb 25, 2015
A 98.5
· 3 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. Observed several trays of potato wedges in hot holding cabinet on line, 124-133F. CDI by reheating to 165F.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records
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. Observed start time/date not written on TILT board near serving line. CDI.
#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. Observed dust accumulation on vents above serving lines.
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Sep 4, 2014
A 98
· 2 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations. -P Observed at least 3 bottles of sanitizer to be at near 0ppm Quat sanitizer. -CDI Bottles were collected to be remade.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −0.5
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed boxes of single service items set on the floor.
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Apr 21, 2014
A 98.5
· 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness - P Observed high temp dishmachine to fail to turn thermolabel strip. This was found to be due to the booster heater being off. -CDI Booster heater was turned on and the machine functioned properly.
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
3-602.11 Food Labels - PF The facility has items that are sold pre-packaged for self service. These items must be labeled as required by the NC Food Code. -CDI CMS is working towards compliance via variance or other means.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-403.11 Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking/smoking - C Observed staff member to have set drink down in an improperly location. Do not place personal drinks into improper areas. -CDI Drink was removed.
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Jan 24, 2014
A 99
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Oct 16, 2013
A 100
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Jul 22, 2013
A 97
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