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A98.5

PIEDMONT IB

1241 E 10TH ST, Charlotte, NC 28204
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110175
Latest gradeA (98.5)
Last inspectedOct 28, 2026
Inspections on record41
On record sinceSep 5, 2013

Score history

7085100 Nov 13, 2013: 99Mar 13, 2014: 99May 15, 2014: 99.5Sep 4, 2014: 99.5Nov 7, 2014: 99Mar 4, 2015: 98.5May 27, 2015: 99.5Nov 30, 2015: 98.5Mar 7, 2016: 98May 9, 2016: 98.5Sep 23, 2016: 98Feb 28, 2017: 99Apr 20, 2017: 98.5Sep 28, 2017: 98.5Mar 22, 2018: 98.5May 8, 2018: 99Nov 13, 2018: 98.5Jan 23, 2019: 98.5May 31, 2019: 98.5Oct 15, 2019: 98Jan 21, 2020: 98Feb 25, 2021: 98.5May 26, 2021: 98.5Sep 15, 2021: 99Jan 5, 2022: 99.5Apr 8, 2022: 98.5Sep 20, 2022: 98Nov 17, 2022: 98.5Mar 1, 2023: 98May 25, 2023: 97.5Sep 1, 2023: 97Dec 1, 2023: 98.5Mar 1, 2024: 99Oct 24, 2024: 98.5Feb 12, 2025: 97May 2, 2025: 99.5Sep 11, 2025: 98.5Jan 30, 2026: 100May 22, 2026: 99.5Oct 28, 2026: 98.5
Nov 13, 2013Higher is betterOct 28, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 28, 2026 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed several containers of tomato/ lettuce for sandwiches holding above 41F throughout kitchen area. CDI- All containers pulled and cooled down in the walk in cooler. Items began to cool (47F). 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 .
#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 Observed tomato lettuce bowls in tall reach ins and to go cases prior to being cooled to 41F. CDI- Items pulled and placed in walk in cooler. 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 .

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May 22, 2026 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
94-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed can opener in the back (had not been used) in need of cleaning. CDI- Can opener taken to be cleaned. 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 , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
#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 fan in dish pit area in need of cleaning.

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Jan 30, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE: Facility on a 2 hour delay. Minimal food prep during time of inspection.

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Sep 11, 2025 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine in need of cleaning.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed salads in tall reach in cooler holding at 47F. CDI- Items placed in the freezer and cooled to 41F. 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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed chipping trays in the clean dishes storage area.

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May 2, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & 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 floors with low grout near back prep tables.

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Feb 12, 2025 A 97 · 2 violations
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed fries holding below 135F in the hot boxes. CDI- Fries reheated to 180F. 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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed broken gasket in hotbox. Replace.

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Oct 24, 2024 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#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 potato wedges and burgers holding below 135F in hot box (see temperature chart). - CDI - PIC rapidly reheated items to above 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 .
#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 lettuce and tomato mixture at 47F when pulled from WIC to be placed on TPHC. Ensure items are properly cooled to 41F or below prior to placing on TPHC. - CDI - PIC placed item in WIF to quickly cool.

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Mar 1, 2024 A 99 · 4 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed minor pink build up starting on front of ice machine deflector plate.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed dish machine is broken. Facility is using 3-comp sink. Repair or replace dish machine.
#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 shelving where paper towels are held with dust build up.
#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 drain plug damaged on recycling dumpster. Observed missing drain plug on right side dumpster. PIC stated that they are supposed to get more plugs next week. REPEAT VIOLATION

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Dec 1, 2023 A 98.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Facility dish machine is being replaced by CMS. PIC stated that the machine should be “like for like” equipment. PIC advised to contact EHS when new dish machine is installed.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed 2 scoops with food debris and one pan with food debris. CDI: Utensils and pan were taken back to the dish area for proper washing. 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 , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
#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 pan of fries on right side line below 135F. CDI: Fries reheated to 193F. 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 .
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed left dumpster with door open. CDI: Dumpster closed. 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed drain plug damaged on recycling dumpster. Observed missing drain plug on right side dumpster. Custodian stated he has already put in for the dumpster plug to be replaced.

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Sep 1, 2023 A 97 · 3 violations
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated
Corrected during inspection
3-202.15 Food packaging must be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. Pf Observed dented can of apples in dry storage. CDI: PIC voluntarily discarded can.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed pizza, fries, meatballs, and hush puppies in walk in above 41F. PIC stated that the cart had been out while the other items were prepared. CDI: Products rapidly cooled. Ensure that items are not held out of temperature control if they are not being actively worked with. REPEAT VIOLATION 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
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed dispenser for rinse aid leaking. Observed ice machine door broken. Door needs to be fully removed in order to access ice. Door is no longer smooth and easily cleanable. Replace door.

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May 25, 2023 A 97.5 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection lead by Anglecia Askew, REHSI.
#8 · Hands clean & properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12 (A),(B) Wash hands for at least 20 seconds. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 10 to 15 seconds, rinse, and immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough hand drying method (ex. Disposable Paper Towel). -P Observed employee wash hands and turn off faucet prior to washing hands. CDI: Employee corrected by PIC after discussion with EHS. For more information on handwashing, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link, https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M .
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & 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 far left handsink. CDI: Papertowels provided. 5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed employee fill a cup with water from the handsink. CDI: Employee corrected.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed hot dogs and marinara sauce in walk in above 41F. PIC stated that the cart had been out while the pizza above it was prepared. CDI: Products rapidly cooled. Ensure that items are not held out of temperature control if they are not being actively worked with. 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
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed dish machine not working during inspection. PIC stated that they have replaced several parts and it is still not functioning properly. Have machine repaired or replaced. REPEAT VIOLATION Improvement from previous inspection as the conveyor has been fixed.

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Mar 1, 2023 A 98 · 4 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed apples stored over cheese sauce in the walk in. CDI: Cheese sauce relocated. For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed dish machine conveyor not staying on during washing so machine turns off. Employees have to stand and hold the conveyor button to wash dishes. Dish machine is sanitizing properly. Have machine repaired so that it can function properly. A ticket has been placed into maintenance.
#54 · Garbage & 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 right side dumpster with only one lid. Other lid is missing. REPEAT VIOLATION PIC stated that a ticket has been placed, but dumpster company has not replaced the dumpster yet. EHS advised PIC to follow up with company again. 5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed large Gatorade coolers and chair behind dumpster within enclosure. Ensure items are removed to prevent pest harborage. Heavy presence of leaf litter within enclosure as well. Remove at a frequency to preclude build up to prevent pest harborage.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Repeat violation
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 painting needed on wall in dry storage, on dry storage door, and on door thresholds throughout kitchen. REPEAT VIOLATION Previous violation corrected. Stainless steel added at dish machine wall.

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Nov 17, 2022 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed pizzas in walk in above 41F. Pizzas were left out on the carts this morning while staff were placing other items into the ovens. CDI: Pizzas were vented from the plastic bags and rapidly cooled. Pizzas will be cooked off today per PIC. EHS reminded PIC that staff should only be removing the items that will be cooked at that time and returning carts to the walk in between cooking batches to ensure product remains at or below 41F. REPEAT VIOLATION
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed right side dumpster with only one lid. Other lid is missing.
#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 damage to wall to left of dish machine above drain board. Wall is in need of protection from the pans leaned up such as stainless steel.

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Sep 20, 2022 A 98 · 5 violations
#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 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed several sheet pans of chicken hot holding below 135F. CDI, items reheated to 165F.
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P 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 Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . Observed cut cantaloupe cold holding above 41F. CDI, items placed on time.
#34 · Plant food properly cooked for hot holding −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-401.13 Cook plant food to a minimum of 135F when the food will be moved to hot holding. -Pf Observed broccoli cooked to 74F. CDI, item reheated to 169F.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed broken shelving inside hot cabinets and ice build up behind fans at walk in freezer. Need repaired.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Follow-up verification required
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 thermometer for dish machine. Verification required.

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Apr 8, 2022 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
Corrected during inspection
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety Observed no certified food protection manager on site until the last few minutes of the walk through. CDI: CFPM arrived by end of inspection.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine with pink build up on ice shield.
#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 fans in kitchen with dust build up. Ensure more frequent cleaning.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. Observed floor transition from kitchen to serving line at door threshold is significantly damaged and no longer smooth and easily cleanable. PIC showed EHS where a work order was placed in January to have this fixed.

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Jan 5, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 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 facility has some posters regarding vomit and diarrhea plan but does not have a fully written plan in compliance. CDI: EHS provided PIC with a copy of the state written plan via email and explained the requirements.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed gasket on front reach in cooler is split.

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Sep 15, 2021 A 99 · 3 violations
#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 employee fill up a cup of water from the handsink. CDI: PIC educated about handsink use.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest - C Observed several sticky traps for insects with heavy insect presence on the traps. Ensure traps are replaced more frequently.
#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 heavy ice build up on interior of freezer.

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May 26, 2021 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 milk packs in reach in cooler and in walk in cooler above 41F. CDI: PIC had temperature records from this morning showing milk at 35F. Product was sold by end of inspection. It was out of temperature for less than 4 hours. Milk in walk in cooler was rapidly chilled in the walk in freezer to 41F. Milk was determined to have warmed up while bagging into drink packs. EHS reminded PIC to ensure employees are working in small batches.

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Feb 25, 2021 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with TCS foods as required to avoid contamination. -P Observed can opener blades with some build up. CDI: Blades cleaned.
#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 build up on walk in cooler gasket.
#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 dust build up on some vents and lighting covers. 6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed walk in cooler floor coming up at the first transition. Observed entry way to kitchen floor damaged.

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Jan 21, 2020 A 98 · 2 violations
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
Repeat: 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 bag of chicken strips that had been opened and dated for 1-13-20. Product has expired 7 days. CDI: by discarding product.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
Repeat: 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 side salads cooling in walk-in inside closed containers. CDI: salads were uncovered and temp dropped down to 40F within 30 minutes.

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Oct 15, 2019 A 98 · 4 violations
#18 · Proper cooling time and temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(A) Quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135F to 70F; and within a total of 6 hours from 135F to 41F. -P Observed salad cooling with a rate of 0F/min. Ensure to facility cooling with proper methods. CDI PIC uncovered containers of salad to facility cooling.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
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 coleslaw prepped yesterday without a date mark. Ensure to add date labels. CDI PIC added proper date mark during the inspection. Repeat violation.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat 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 covered plastic containers of salads cooling in the walk in cooler. Ensure to follow proper cooling methods. CDI EHS discussed cooling methods with employees and employee uncovered containers of salad to allow cooling. Repeat violation.
#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 non-food contact surfaces (tall reach in units, gaskets, etc.) with debris build up. Ensure to increase cleaning frequency.

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May 31, 2019 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed no hand soap at the hand sink near the front line. CDI- PIC refilled soap dispenser.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
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 a bag of mozzorella cheese with no date mark label in the back reach in unit. CDI- PIC back dated items for 5/20.
#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 salads in the front reach in cooling. Suggests popping the lids to allow for more rapid cooling. CDI- PIC moved items to WIC for more rapid cooling.

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Jan 23, 2019 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 three pans of tomato sauce with temperatures of less than 135F on the main line and in hot holding units. CDI- PIC reheated items to 165F.

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Nov 13, 2018 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Follow-up verification required
4-501.112(A)(2) Provide a minimum of 180F rinse water for sanitization when using the dish machine. -Pf Dish machine not functioning; facility serves on all disposable utensils. VR - Will return within 10 days to verify correction.
#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. One box of chicken nuggets on floor in walk in freezer. Place on shelf.
#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. Clean dust from black wall fan in corner; clean minor build up on walk in cooler shelves.

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May 8, 2018 A 99 · 4 violations
#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 2 racks in walk in of chicken nuggets and potato wedges cooling with platic covering on racks. Items met cooling parameters. CDI-PIC educated on cooling methods and plastic covering was pulled up off the racks to aid cooling.
#33 · Approved thawing methods used
3-501.13 Use approved thawing methods. Observed one rack of chicken nuggets and one rack of potato wedges that were thawed at room temperature and measured above 45F. Racks were placed in the walk in cooler to cool back down. Chicken nuggets measured 58F and potato wedges measured at 58F.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed one wet wiping cloth on prep surface. Observed one bucket of sanitizer in front line at 0 ppm quat.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed split and mis shaped gaskets on reach in units throughout the facility.

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Mar 22, 2018 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 on serving line below 135F. See temperature chart for temperature observations. CDI chicken voluntarily discarded.

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Sep 28, 2017 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
Observed can opener blade collecing reisude. Observed ice machine collecting residue on guard. 4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with TCS foods as required to avoid contamination. -P 4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. CDI - can opener blade washed rinsed and sanitized.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
Observed one absorbent ceiling tile in dry storage around smoke detector. 6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

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Apr 20, 2017 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
Observed turkey gravy at 120 on display line. CDI - reheated. 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
Observed salad tray from previous day with no date marks. CDI - dated. 3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Observed wet sanitizer cloth on table shelf not stored in sanitizer.. 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses.

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Feb 28, 2017 A 99 · 2 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf - Observed a cart blocking the handsink by the fruit prep sink. Do not block the handsinks.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
General comment 4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. - Observed cleaning needed on the walk in cooler gasket and the gaskets on the bottom doors of the hot hold units.

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Sep 23, 2016 A 98 · 2 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Present PIC not food safe certified.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips
Follow-up verification required
4-501.15 Operate a warewashing machine in accordance with data plate. Observed dish machine taking abnormally long time to register on high temp test strip, and rinse guage was observed at 158, not required 180 degrees. Have dish machine serviced as needed, will follow up that dish machine sanitizing water is reaching and maintaining proper temperature. PIC will have all dishes sanitized at 3 comp sink until machine is serviced.

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May 9, 2016 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf - Observed salads in the reach in cooler from Friday without dates.

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Mar 7, 2016 A 98 · 2 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-101.11 PIC shall be present during all hours of operation.-PF - PIC with certification was not present upon arrival. PIC came during inspection.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
General comment 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed a small split on the walk in freezer gasket. Replace gasket.

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Nov 30, 2015 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf - Observed pink and black build up on the ice shield. Clean ice shield with sanitizer. Make sure to protect the ice.

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May 27, 2015 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded

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Mar 4, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded

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Nov 7, 2014 A 99 · details not yet loaded

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Sep 4, 2014 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded

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May 15, 2014 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded

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Mar 13, 2014 A 99 · details not yet loaded

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Nov 13, 2013 A 99 · details not yet loaded

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Sep 5, 2013 A 99 · details not yet loaded

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PIEDMONT IB” or State ID 2060110175). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.