A99
MOUNTAIN ISLAND ACADEMY
7905 PLEASANT GROVE RD, Charlotte, NC 28216
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110154
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedOct 21, 2026
Inspections on record43
On record sinceSep 23, 2013
Score history
Sep 11, 2014Higher is betterOct 21, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 21, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(D) Maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. Maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. Observed sanitizer buckets for cloths that were at 0ppm. CDI buckets refilled.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
During inspection high temp dish machine stopped working when employee tried to use to wash dishes. Employees began setting 3 comp sink up to wash utensils. PIC stated they are going to put in another service order to have unit repaired. Repeat.
Apr 16, 2026 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#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 back door to kitchen area not self-locking and unable to be secured. Repair or replace locking mechanism.
#54 · Garbage & 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 cardboard box, plastic and styrofoam inserts on ground inside shared dumpster enclosure. Keep dumpster area clean and litter free.
Jan 20, 2026 A 100 · 1 violation
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed back door to kitchen area not self-locking and unable to be secured. Repair or replace locking mechanism.
Sep 18, 2025 A 100 · 3 violations
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry.
Observed a light gap at the bottom of the back kitchen door.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls.
Observed caulk separating from the 3-compartment sink.
#54 · Garbage & 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 a large amount furniture and other items stacked around the dumpster enclosure.
Apr 24, 2025 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- *Observed - Lettuce and Tomato toppings for burgers in 2 door standing RIC above 41F, see temp chart for details. *CDI - PIC placed items into WIF to rapidly cool items.
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 .
#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 lid left open. *CDI - PIC closed dumpster lid and expressed that custodians sometimes leave doors/lids opened. PIC will further train employees to keep lid closed and talk with custodians again.
Feb 7, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 9, 2024 A 99 · 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 - Cheese Burger in standing HH unit below 135F. *CDI - PIC reheated item 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 .
#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 - 3 dented cans stored with non-dented cans in dry storage area. *CDI - PIC removed dented cans marked them as discard and placed them in designated area for dented cans.
Apr 26, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 21, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 5, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 4, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 6, 2023 A 99 · 5 violations
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flying insects throughout kitchen.
#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 several boxes of food on the floor in dry storage. PCI stated that delivery came Friday after everyone had left for the day. CDI PIC removed boxes from floor.
#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 1 of the 2 buckets with wiping cloths at 0ppm chlorine sanitizer. CDI PIC refreshed bucket.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed lids to dumpsters open.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed broken ceiling light in dry storage. PIC has already submitted a work order to CMS.
Dec 5, 2022 A 100 · 2 violations
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed clogged drain pipe at on of the hand sink. Keep hand sink unclog. -0 pts-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed trash around dumpster, keep area and surface clean and free of accumalated trash to prevent insects/rodents hoborage.
5-501.16(A) Provide receptacles of sufficient capacity to hold refuse, recyclables, and returnables that accumulate. Observed accumulated unwanted furnitures next to the dumpster, Keep the area free to prevent rodents harborage. No points taken today but if a repeat violation occurs there will be points taken. -0 pts-
Sep 1, 2022 A 100 · 1 violation
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B) (1) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall have an initial temperature of 41 F when removed from cold holding temperature control or 135 F or greater when removed from hot holding temperature control. -P Observed no time stamp on the board for the yogurt bags they keep on TPHC. CDI-PIC added time. No points taken today but if a repeat violation occurs there will be additional points taken.
May 2, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: EHS observed cut lettuce in a container in the WIC DM 4/20. PIC explained they only use it for display at the lunch line. EHS observed and verified this. EHS suggested putting a sign on the lettuce saying for display only.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed wetstacking in the dish drying area. EHS explained issue to PIC
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed dishwasher leaking water onto the floor when it's in use. It appears the flaps are not in the correct place or some other mechanism causing this,
Feb 25, 2022 A 97 · 4 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed unwashed tomatoes over RTE strawberries. PIC explained they had moved most of their produce to a produce shelf. CDI-PIC moved tomatoes below strawberries. REPEAT.
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed baked beans on the line at 130F. PIC showed EHS temp log when they first came out at 186F, then they went on the line. PIC suspects the hot holding unit wasn't turned on in time to properly warm up. CDI-There was very little beans left, PIC put on TPHC today and will temp that unit to make sure it's holding temp. REPEAT.
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B) (1) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall have an initial temperature of 41 F when removed from cold holding temperature control or 135 F or greater when removed from hot holding temperature control. -P Observed TPHC boards with food items written on it but no times. CDI-PIC added times, (8:30 chicken sandwich, yogurt bags 10:10) EHS explained this needs to be filled out every day when using TPHC. No points taken today since it is the first offense.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Corrected during inspection
6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed less than 10FC in the WIC, PIC added a bulb (one was missing) and it was more than 10FC.
Nov 19, 2021 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed unwashed lettuce in a bulk box over RTE oranges and water bottles. Observed unwashed oranges in a box over RTE washed salad lettuce. CDI-EHS spoke about the difference between washed and unwashed and PIC changed storage order putting unwashed below RTE.
#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 hamburgers at 120F in the hotbox and fries at 107F in another hotbox. CDI-PIC reheated food, however EHS knows this food was cooked and served in the 4 hr time allotment. No points today.
Sep 28, 2021 A 99 · 1 violation
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-Pf EHs asked about procedure for spraying disninfectant on tables at night, PIC and food employee explained they spray the disinfectant at night and in the morning they wipe down with sanitizer, nno other process in between. CDI-EHS showed where the disinfectant says it needs to be washed/rinsed/sanitized afterwards. PIC got employee to wash down tables
May 4, 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 6, 2020 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 12, 2020 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf. Observed handsink blocked by with a pushing cart. CDI. PIC removed.
#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 salad and cole slaw cooling in the RI in closed disposable containers. CDI. PIC removed to WI and it cool to required temperature.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed wet in use wipe cloths held on prep table. CDI. PIC removed to sanitizer container with sanitizing solution. N
Dec 5, 2019 A 98 · 4 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. Observed quat sanitizer at 3-comp sink recorded at 50ppm. CDI: PIC dumped and refilled with sanitizer at proper concentration.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records
Corrected during inspection
General Comment:
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 time had not been marked on TPHC board for items already on serving line being held on time. CDI: proper start time was recorded 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 wiping cloths being held in quat sanitizer recorded at 50ppm. CDI: PIC dumped and refilled buckets from sanitizer at proper strength from 3-comp sink.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
General Comment:
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed lid broken and missing from one dumpter. Work order has been placed for new dumpster.
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 on ground outside of dumpster.
Sep 10, 2019 A 99 · 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 a tray of burritos in the hot holding unit with a temperature range of 90-95F. PIC stated that items are held in the hot box until it is time to place them in the oven. Explained to PIC that items should be held inthe WIC until it is time for reheating due to food being held in the temperature danger zone. CDI- PIC reheated items to 165F.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −1
Repeat violation
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 tray of salads in clam shells with the lid closed. CDI- PIC opened clam shells to allow for more rapid cooling. REPEAT.
Mar 15, 2019 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed salads in refrigerator in temperature danger zone. Refer to temperature chart and time procedures for salads. CDI - brought to freezer to rapidly cool to proper temperatures.
#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 about to go on time control without being at proper temperature. Refer to temperature chart. CDI - advised to follow proper cooling methods and procedures. Cooled everything down to proper temperature for time control. Product in compliance.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed the sanitizer buckets did not have a label on it. CDI - labeled buckets.
#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, active stirring, or leave food uncovered to facilitate heat transfer. -Pf Observed improper cooling methods for salads going on time control. EHS observed salads cooling in closed service shells in the refrigerator. CDI - educated to use proper cooling methods in order to reach proper cooling time and temperature for all TCS products. Advised to use proper cooling methods for all product on time control; product on time control shall go out on time control at the proper temperature.
Dec 7, 2018 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P
In walk in cooler observed corn dogs from yesterday at 49F. PIC stated that food employee had the cart the corn dogs were on, out this morning loading other food items on it. Make sure food isn't held out of walk in coolers for a long period of time. CDI- Corn dogs temperature dropped to 43F.
#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
In walk in cooler observed open bag of spinach, lettuce, and chicken not date marked. Food employee stated that bag of spinach and lettuce were both opened yesterday and chicken was opened two days ago. CDI- Bag of spinach and lettuce were date marked and chicken was voluntarily discarded.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P
Observed bucket of sanitizer reading 50 ppm quat. CDI- New sanitizer was placed in bucket and read 200 ppm quat.
#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 dumpster door open. CDI-Dumpster door was closed.
Jun 4, 2018 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed employee beverages stored overtop of food products in the freezer and walk in cooler. Items were moved to the lowest shelving where spills/leaks would not contaminate food products.
#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 a dented can of apple sauce stored amongst other cans, item was removed by PIC. Check cans and products for damage upon delivery and segregate/dispose of damaged products.
#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 two plastic food containers stored as clean with sticker debris present on the exteriors.
Jan 4, 2018 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed unwashed produce stored directly above ready-to-eat items in walk-in cooler. CDI items relocated to approved location.
Oct 3, 2017 A 99 · 3 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Handsink was recently installed in cafeteria area for student use. Handsink not accessible due to table at dish return window and milk cooler. CDI PIC stated items will be relocated.
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed no hand soap provided at handsink installed for student use. CDI soap provided.
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no papertowels provided at handsink installed for student use. CDI papertowels provided.
#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 several pans that appeared to have white residue on inside surfaces. Pans were ran through dish machine. White residue did not wash off. PIC stated pans will be replaced. Possibility dish machine has been too hot. PIC stated she will monitor closely.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed slow handsink drain beside prep sink.
May 11, 2017 A 99 · 2 violations
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed trays of bread stored in splash area of handsink. CDI bread relocated to approved location.
#38 · 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 employee wearing jeweled ring.
Feb 15, 2017 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#33 · Approved thawing methods used −0.5
3-501.13 Use approved thawing methods. Observed chicken pitas and cheese sandwiches thawing out of temperature control.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed several wiping cloths stored in sanitizer at less than 200 ppm.
Dec 6, 2016 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
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 three compartment sink in dish room needing to be caulked/sealed to wall.
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 black debris collecting on wall behind dish machine.
Sep 19, 2016 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 utensils stored clean with old food debris stuck to surfaces . CDI utensils pulled and placed into dirty dish pit.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
NO POINTS DEDUCTED
6-201.17 Walls and Ceilings, Attachments - C
Ensure that shelving is at least 6 inches off floor; Observed wooden shelf stored directly on floor in kitchen area.
May 6, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 22, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 8, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 24, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Mar 11, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 15, 2014 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 11, 2014 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 1, 2014 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 12, 2013 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 23, 2013 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MOUNTAIN ISLAND ACADEMY” or State ID 2060110154). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.