A100
JOSEPH W. GRIER ACADEMY
8330 GRIER RD, Charlotte, NC 28215
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110147
Latest gradeA (100)
Last inspectedMay 20, 2026
Inspections on record44
On record sinceSep 16, 2013
Score history
Sep 3, 2014Higher is betterMay 20, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 20, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations observed during inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 11, 2026 A 100 · 1 violation
#33 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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 Lettuce and sliced tomatoes were cooling at 45-47F in upright cooler. Use walk-in cooler or walk-in freezer to cool TCS foods after preparation. CDI - PIC moved containers to walk-in cooler to continue cooling. 0 pts.
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
Sep 10, 2025 A 98.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: PIC stated that mop water is dumped out outside. Ensure cafeteria uses mop sink in custodian office beside cafeteria to dump out mop water.
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
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 Caesar salads and lettuce were being held using TPHC but start times were not written on TPHC board. CDI - PIC knew items were put on TPHC 5 minutes ago so she placed that time on the board.
Apr 4, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 5, 2024 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P- Observed sweet potato fried holding at 127F. -CDI- PIC reheated fries to 165F.
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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
#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 clothes stored in less than 50ppm quat sanitizer solution. -CDI- PIC replaced sanitizer.
Sep 25, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 22, 2024 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
Corrected during inspection
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 containers housing utensils with debris. CDI- Bins taken back to be clean.
Nov 28, 2023 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: PIC stated that they dump mop water out in grass outside. Establishment must use mop sink or can wash to dispose of mop water.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 (E) Wash hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils. -P Employee observed switching from handling soiled utensils to handling clean utensils coming out of dish machine without washing hands in between. Employees must wash hands when switching from handling soiled utensils to clean utensils. CDI - Employee educated and she washed hands. No other hand washing violations observed during inspection so no points taken. 0 pts.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
4-302.14 Provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -Pf No quat test strips at establishment. VR - Verification required within 10 days that establishment has quat test strips.
Sep 14, 2023 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Sandwiches in upright cooler measured 51F. TCS foods in cold holding shall measure 41F or less. CDI - PIC put work order in for cooler. Sandwiches were moved to walk-in cooler to cool. PIC will use TPHC for anything in cooler until it is repaired. 0 pts.
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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Replace torn gasket present on 3-door upright cooler. Also, pass-through upright cooler was holding at 51F. Repair upright cooler to hold 41F or less and replace torn gasket.
Jun 5, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 9, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 10, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 12, 2022 A 99.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Regulatory visit will be done to check on the dish machine.
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed boxes of frozen food stored directly on the floor in the WI freezer. CDI. PIC removed.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use wet wiping cloths held in sanitizer solution of about 20ppm. CDI. PIC changed the solution.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.110. Maintain the wash solution temperature in mechanical warewashing equipment used to sanitize in accordance with the NC Food Code.- Pf. Observed the wash solution in dish machine unable to reach 180F. PIC indicated that a work order has been placed for it. Facility uses 3comp sink to sanitize dishes.
May 12, 2022 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 build up on ceiling in the kitchen area. Needs to be cleaned.
Feb 3, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & 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 dented can stored in same place as those with no dents. CDI. PIC removed.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Corrected during inspection
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster with an open lit outside. CDI. PIC closed.
Oct 12, 2021 A 99 · 1 violation
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf. Observed a container with sanitizer spray without a label on it. CDI. PIC labelled.
Aug 25, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 18, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 31, 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 chicken nuggets (120F) and french fries(123F) held less than 135F in the hot box.CDI-PIC reheated fries and chicken nuggets.
Jun 4, 2020 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 23, 2019 A 98 · 3 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
observed cheese dippers on speed rack in the walk-in cooler > 41F.
CDI- cooled in walk-in freezer to < 41F.
#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. -P/Pf
observed TPHC had not been updated.
CDI- updated with correct date.
No points assessed for this violation today due to foods being marked for time but incorrect date on board.
#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
observed container of sliced tomatoes in walk-in cooler covered with plastic wrap while in cooling process.
CDI- vented containers.
May 28, 2019 A 97.5 · 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 chicken nuggets on the serving line holding at 132F. CDI - nuggets were voluntarily discarded.
#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 salads and other items held on TPHC out for service but the times were not marked on the TPHC board. CDI - times were marked.
#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 salads cooling in the reach in cooler with the lids closed. CDI - salads were placed in the freezer to rapidly cool.
Jan 23, 2019 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
General comment 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B) Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food), Hot and Cold Holding - P - Observed cut tomatoes in the reach in cooler at 44F. Reminded the PIC of the temperature change to 41F. Any TCS items found holding at 42F - 45F in the next inspection will result in points being deducted.
#54 · Meets ventilation and 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 a bottle of lotion and winter gloves stored on food grade bags on the single service shelves. CDI - items were removed.
Nov 20, 2018 A 98.5 · 2 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 food debris on 2 scoops and a pan while they were stored as clean. CDI - items were taken back to the dish pit to be re-washed.
Observed pink build up on the shield in the ice machine. CDI - machine started to be cleaned during the inspection.
#41 · In-use utensils: properly stored
General comment 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 the handle of a spatula down in a pan of ground beef in the walk in cooler.
Sep 25, 2018 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed
Corrected during inspection
General comment 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 multiple employees use hands to turn the faucet off after washing hands. Ensure to use a clean barrier like a paper towel when turning faucet off. CDI had employees rewash hands.
#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 handsink blocked by rolling cart. Ensure to maintain access to handsinks at all times. CDI moved rolling cart to access handsink.
#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 Observed chickpea salad cooling in the walk in cooler while covered (see temp chart). CDI PIC uncovered chickpea salads and moved into the walk in freezer.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Corrected during inspection
General comment 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses at proper concentration. Observed QUAT sanitizer buckets at 50 ppm. CDI PIC refilled sanitizer to proper concentration.
May 4, 2018 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 - Observed small salads and chef salads holding above 45F in the reach in cooler on the line. CDI - salads were placed in the walk in freezer to cool; see temperature chart.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
General comment 5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. - Observed a leak at the 3 compartment sink. Repair leak.
Mar 14, 2018 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination.
observed microbial build-up inside ice machine on ice deflector.
#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
no date or time recorded for salads that were already on TPHC.
CDI date and time recorded on board. Record date and time when salads are removed from walk-in cooler after reaching 41F.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Corrected during inspection
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
observed milk cooler operating > 45F. plug was not secured in electrical outlet.
CDI plugged in and observed temps < 45F.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips
4-501.15 Operate a warewashing machine in accordance with data plate.
observed pressure gauge readings out of 20psi+/- range on dish machine.
Dec 11, 2017 A 99 · 3 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 opened employee beverage stored in walk-in freezer.
CDI - PIC discard.
#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. -P/Pf
observed incorrect date on tphc board.
CDI date correction.
#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 lids open.
Sep 7, 2017 A 99 · 2 violations
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
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 beans and chili cooling in walk-in cooler in covered containers. CDI uncovered.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. observed wiping cloths stored in sanitizer buckets with 0ppm QAC sanitizer. CDI refilled at 200ppm
Apr 27, 2017 A 96 · 4 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 2 handsinks without hand towels. CDI by adding hand towels.
#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 hamburgers on the serving line < 135F. CDI by voluntary discard or reheated to 165F.
#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 lettuce, tomato, pickle package in line upright cooler 45F. This item is a TPHC product and would not cool to 41F in upright cooler. Observed TPHC salads removed from walk-in at 48F. CDI by placing salads in walk-in freezer for rapid cooling. observed 41F of salads removed from walk-in freezer. PIC will continue to utilize walk-in freezer to ensure salads are reaching 41F prior to starting TPHC.
#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 dumpster door and lid open.
Dec 13, 2016 A 99.5 · 3 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 dented cans stored with good cans. CDI by seperating dented cans from good cans.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep sink.
#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 dumpster door open. observed top lid damaged and not closing tightly.
5-501.111 Area, Enclosures and Receptacles, Good Repair - Dumpster is in poor repair and needs to be replaced.
Sep 26, 2016 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips
4-501.19 During manual warewashing, maintain the wash solution at a minimum of 110F or as otherwise allowed by the detergent manufacturers label. observed utensils being washed at 3 compartment sink in 100F wash water.
#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 dumpster door open. observed top lid damaged and not closing tightly.
Jun 2, 2016 A 96 · 5 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed one handsink without hand towels. CDI added towels.
#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 dried food debris on can opener. CDI by wash, rinse, and santizie.
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed microbial build-up inside ice machine on ice deflector.
#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 sandwiches and mashed potatoes stored on prep table assembly line < 135F. CDI by reheating chicken and mashed potatoes to at least 165F for 15 seconds. Observed reheat temp of 201F. Discussed procedure with PIC. Recommended working with smaller batches of food, limiting time that TCS foods are held off of temperature control.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −1
Repeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping cloths stored in red sanitizer buckets testing < 100ppm QAC. REPEAT VIOLATION
#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 lids on dumpster to be damaged.
Mar 2, 2016 A 97.5 · 2 violations
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 salads on time hold not recorded for time on TPHC dry erase board. CDI by marking for correct time on board.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. observed wet wiping cloths stored in bucket at 0ppm chlorine.
Nov 2, 2015 A 98.5 · 4 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 pizza on line stored below 135F. CDI by voluntary discard.
#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. -P/Pf Observed TPHC dry erase board marked for 10-30. CDI updated board to 11-2.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
*Boys *6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed fruit flies around laundry area and locker room area. Work to eliminate flies.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-502.12 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 build-up on ceiling tiles in kitchen around HVAC vents. Some are located above food prep tables. CLEAN
Jul 20, 2015 A 99 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
6-201.13 Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed - C: Repair doorframe in storage rooma and where needed. Foam is not a cleanable surface. REPEAT
May 7, 2015 A 99 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-201.13 Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed - C: Repair doorframe at storage room and near office. Foam is not a cleanable surface. Repeat. Work order has been placed.
6-201.11 Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability - C: Clean Hvac vent and ceiling near dish machine.
Jan 21, 2015 A 99 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
6-201.13 Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed - C: Repair doorframe at office and dry storage room. Must be smooth and easilt cleanable. Foam is not a cleanable surface. REPEAT
6-501.11 Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods - C: Repair leak under 3 comp sink.
Oct 27, 2014 A 97 · 4 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: Sanitizer buckets on serving lines concentration less than 200ppm. CDI-remade
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used
4-502.12 Single-Service and Single-Use Articles, Required Use - P: Discontinue using paper towels as a sink stopper (3comp).
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils - C: Clean inside door flap of ice machine.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
Repeat violation
6-201.16 Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings - C: Repair doorframe leading into dry storage room. Foam was used to repair the frame. Foam is not a easily cleanable surface.6-501.11 Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods - C: Replace burned out light in freezer.
Sep 3, 2014 A 99 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −1
6-201.16 Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings - C: Repair door frame (bottom) leading to dry storage room. Foam was used to repair frame. Not a cleanable surface. Repair so that door frame is smooth and easily cleanable.
May 30, 2014 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-602.11 Food Labels - PF: Food packaged in facility for sale must bare labels containing nutritional facts/ingredients. (salads). CMS is currently working with the State to gain compliance.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 System Maintained in Good Repair - P: Repair leak under 3 comp sink.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-201.16 Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings - C: Repair door frame(bottom) leading to dry storage room.
Mar 13, 2014 A 99 · 4 violations
#11 · Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated −1
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented - P,PF: Tomatoes moldy in boxes inside walkin cooler. CDI-dicsarded by manager
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-602.11 Food Labels - PF: Foods that are packaged in facility for sale must bare labels with nutritional facts/ingredients. CMS is working with the State to gain compliance.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
3-304.14 Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation - C: Wet wiping clothes stored on racks in storage room. Must store inside sanitizer buckets when wet.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-101.19 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - C: Do not use paper towels for sink stoppers. Must use approved stoppers for 3 comp sink.
Dec 6, 2013 A 98 · 4 violations
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.18 Ready-To-Eat Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food), Disposition - PAll foods requiring date marking may be held in refrigeration for a maximum of 7 days. Observed pans of tomato sauce and diced tomatoes in walk in cooler much past 7 day expiration time. CDI by discarding.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.15 Cooling Methods - PFRapidly cool all potentially hazardous foods using shallow containers, ice baths and leave vented. Observed tightly closed containers of various salads in reach in coolers 53-60F. CDI by placing in freezer to rapidly cool. Note: Salads must be 41F and below before beginning time as a public health control procedures.
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-602.11 Food Labels - PFProvide approved adequate labeling on all packaged foods for customer self-serviceHealth Departmetn and CMS management addressing labeling deficiencies and procedure adjustments to gain compliance.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled
4-901.11 Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required - CProperly air dry all utensils before stacking tightly together. Observed a few blue plastic food trays stacked wet.
Sep 16, 2013 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
Properly wash, rinse and sanitize all food contact surfaces. Observed residue on one basting brush. CDI placed at 3 comp. sink to be rewashed. Maintain quat sanitizer 200-400ppm. Observed one red bucket with about 100ppm. CDI by refilling.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
Discard any open/prepared ready to eat potentially hazardous foods after 7 days. Observed open bag of shredded cheese + sliced cheese past 7 day expiration. CDI by discarding.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “JOSEPH W. GRIER ACADEMY” or State ID 2060110147). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.