A99
NORTHWEST SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
1415 BEATTIES FORD RD, Charlotte, NC 28216
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110177
Latest gradeA (99)
Last inspectedSep 17, 2026
Inspections on record34
On record sinceMar 5, 2014
Score history
Mar 5, 2014Higher is betterSep 17, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 17, 2026 A 99 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No lettuce is currently being used.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
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 ceiling tile in employee restroom with black build up potentially bacterial build up, area has increase size. Observed electrical wires/outlet hanging on wall leaving a hole in the wall. PIC has continuously placed work order to have ceiling tile replaced.
May 7, 2026 A 99 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: School is under construction. Power at times may be cut off for kitchen PIC gets alerts for WIF&WIC temperature checks.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
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 ceiling tile in employee restroom with black build up area has increase size. PIC will place work order. Ceiling tile may need to be replaced.
Dec 3, 2025 A 99 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Repairs to WIF have been made.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
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 ceiling tile in employee restroom with black build up area has increase size. PIC will place work order. Ceiling tile may need to be replaced.
Sep 22, 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 slight black and pink build up on inside white panel of ice machine.
#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 ice buildup on the insulated piping of the A/C system. Ice build up was observed on A/C unit as well. This is a known issue from the last inspection. PIC has placed work order for issues.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
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 small area in ceiling in employee restroom with a small hole and black build up. PIC will place work order.
May 16, 2025 A 98 · 4 violations
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated −1
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P Observed one box of oranges in WIC that were adulterated CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded box of oranges date marked for 5/14/25
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a couple dead insects behind cooking equipment and open traps in dry storage room.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice buildup on the insulated piping of the A/C system. Ice build up was observed on A/C unit as well. This is a known issue from the last inspection. There is also a blown light bulb in the walk-in freezer. PIC has placed work order for issues.
4-502.11(A) Maintain utensils in good repair. Observed rusted spatula stored clean. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded item.
#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 small area in ceiling in employee restroom with a small hole and black build up. PIC will place work order.
Jan 17, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice buildup on the insulated piping of the A/C system and on the ceiling panels throughout the walk-in freezer. Additionally, ice was observed accumulating on the floors of the walk-in freezer, which can be hazardous when walking inside. This is a known issue from the last inspection. There is also a blown light bulb in the walk-in freezer. PIC has placed work order for issues.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed three out of four blown light bulbs in hood system.
Sep 16, 2024 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed back door to kitchen with visible light coming through sides of door. PIC stated work order will be placed.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice build up on pipes inside walk in freezer and around A/C unit furthermore; ice was observed building up on the floors.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed three broken hood light bulbs in need of replacement.
#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 one ceiling tile missing in storage chemical room and in dry storage room one ceiling tile wasn't installed completely. PIC stated worker orders will be placed.
6-201.13 Provide a wall to floor joint that is sealed and coved when flood cleaning methods are used. Floor must be graded to drain to functioning floor drains. Observed floor to wall juncture missing a couple of grey tiles near walk in freezer and near walk in cooler floor to wall juncture tiles falling off. PIC stated worker orders will be placed.
Apr 15, 2024 A 100 · 2 violations
#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 two out four red bucket sanitizer with solution below 50PPM. CDI - PIC discarded solution and started with fresh sanitizer that measure above 150PPM
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed reach in warmer in need of repair, currently not in use. PIC stated order has been placed since April 8th, 2024.
Nov 15, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 28, 2023 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#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 stored directly sanitizer bucket at 50ppm quat. CDI. PIC replaced the solution.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice machine is disrepair. PIC indicated that a new machine has been ordered and the old one will bear taken out. Repeat
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & 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 build up on vents in the kitchen area. Needs to be cleaned.
May 16, 2023 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed large Reachin unit that is out of order. PIC stated this piece of equipment has been down for approximately two years. Repair or remove equipment that is in disrepair.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed dumpster missing drain plug. Replace drain plug to prevent leakage of waste.
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed lid flipped open on dumpster. CDI-PIC closed lid.
Jan 18, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 7, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 9, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 7, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 24, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 15, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 11, 2020 A 98.5 · 3 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 used for FCS at the 3-compartment sink was at 50ppm. CDI: dumped and refilled with sanitizer at proper concentration of 200ppm.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
General Comment:
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed milk in crates stored on the floor of walk-in cooler. CDI: milk crates moved off of the floor.
#48 · Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Corrected during inspection
General Comment:
5-103.12 Provide water under pressure to all fixtures.-Pf. Observed very low water pressure at one of the handsinks in the kitchen. CDI: Cafeteria manager said that a work order has already been placed for sink. Observed several other sinks in goods working condition.
Feb 14, 2020 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 chipped/cracked plastic containers stored on the dish rack.
#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 cobwebs and dust underneath equipment such as the storage racks, ovens, and dish machine.
Oct 31, 2019 A 97 · 5 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 several utensils with food debris left on them and stored clean. CDI- PIC moved items to dish pit area to be properly cleaned before the next use.
#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 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 ham sandwiches made yesterday according to the PIC and slaw made Tuesday according to the PIC without any proper date marks. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded the slaw and was able to properly date the ham.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses.- Observed a couple of sanitizer buckets with wiping cloths inside at 50 ppm QUAT.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized.- Observed several cutting boards in need of resurfacing or replacing due to several deep cuts and grooves.
#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 several ac/heat vent covers in need of cleaning de to dirt debris build up throughout the kitchen.
May 7, 2019 A 99 · 2 violations
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
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 one dented can held for return placed amongst food storage, item removed by PIC.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-502.11(A) Maintain utensils in good repair. Observed several mixing utensils with chipped/damaged surfaces. Items discarded by PIC.
Feb 26, 2019 A 98.5 · 5 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 scoop stored in clean utensil area with food debris on food contact surface. Observed metal containers stored in clean utensil area with velcro stickers and plastic residue.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Observed ham and cheese sauce without date label. Employees could not identify open dates. CDI - Items were voluntarily discarded.
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 sliced turkey (2/13) past time/temperature window of 7 days. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded item.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P Observed sanitizer made at 3 comp. sink below 50 ppm quat. Facility using sanitizer at sink to fill sanitizer buckets, not manual washing. CDI - PIC made new quat sanitizer, tested at 400 ppm.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed multiple buckets throughout facility with buckets reading below 50 ppm Quat. CDI - Employees replaced all buckets with quat sanitizer at 400 ppm.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-101.19 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - C Observed wooden boards, a wooden easel, and a wooden rolling cart stored in dish washing area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, and other food soiling shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
May 24, 2018 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#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 tape debris present on the exterior of a large metal container used in the mixing machine. Tape was removed. Observed dried on food debris present on the handles of two scooping devices, but not contacting any food contact surfaces. Items were re-processed in the three compartment sink.
#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 food debris behind equipment such as stoves and ovens, observed HVAC vents throughout kitchen area with accumulated dust/residue.
Jan 16, 2018 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#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 black beans in walk in cooler itended to be used today date marked for 8 days ago. Date mark required foods are allowed a 7 day max shelf life. CDI- Beans voluntarily disposed of by PIC.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P Observed one sanitizer bucket of quat reading above 400 ppm. Maintain sanitizer at 150-400 ppm. CDI- Sanitizer diluted to proper strength.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Repeat violation
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Chemical storage rack shelf in chem storage closet is rusted and degraded,
needs replacing.
Oct 6, 2017 A 98 · 6 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed two serving line handwash sinks without handwash signs. CDI- Signs provided.
#15 · Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, and unsafe food −1
Corrected during inspection
3-701.11 Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe, Adulterated, or Contaminated Food - P Observed out of date cooked corn, being held for personal use and not meant to be served that was stored on walk in shelf among foods to be served. CDI- Corn disposed of.
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.112 Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest - C Observed dead insects needing cleaning from floor and window sill of laundry/ storage area. Did not see any live pests and facility has regular pest control.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Chemical storage rack shelf in chem storage closet is badly rusted and degraded, needs replacing.
#49 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed only hot water coming from 3 comp sink when cold water is on (90 degrees +). Need to have this repaired as hot water sanitizer water can make test strips in-accurate, sanitizer water should be maintained approx. 75 degrees. Also this faucet is leaking. Repair faucet as needed.
#51 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied and cleaned
6-501.19 Closing Toilet Room Doors - C Employee restroom door auto closing device not properly closing automatically, needs service.
May 11, 2017 A 100 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed one ceiling tile had fallen from dry good storage room ceiling, needs replacing.
Feb 8, 2017 A 98 · 4 violations
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf Observed cooked hamburgers and hot dogs in walk in cooler from two days ago that were not date marked and chicken fingers cooked and cooled 1 day ago not date marked. CDI- PIC voluntarily disposed of hamburgers and hot dogs and date marked chicken fingers.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed sanitizer buckets reading just below 200 ppm, sanitizer chemical label says product effective at 200 ppm. CDI- PIC remade sanitizer to proper strength.
#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 a few pans that do not directly contact food but are used to heat pre-packaged bagged foods that are getting plastic film melted onto them and are having difficulty getting clean. Recommended to PIC to revise how these foods are heated in these pans and/ or be sure these pans are being maintained clean of melted plastic wrap. PIC removed pans to have them scrubbed.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' personal items. Observed employee personal food stored on same tray with cafeteria packaged brownies in warmer. CDI- Personal food relocated to designated area.
Oct 11, 2016 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 numerous stacks of containers, utensils all stored clean with old food debris stuck to surfaces. All dishes pulled and placed into dirty dish pit.
May 12, 2016 A 99.5 · 2 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 can opener blade with food debris. CDI: Item cleaned during inspection.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf Observed no thin probe thermometer on site. VERIFICATION REQUIRED
Jan 7, 2016 A 99.5 · 3 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 tomatoes and lettuce cooling in the WIC and in the reach in cooler with lids/coverings. Food was greater than 45F
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and 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 drinks on the floor in WIC. CDI: Items picked up by PIC and placed on shelving.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Corrected during inspection
| 5-501.15 Provide dumpster, waste containers that are of sound construction. Observed cardboard dumpster with damage. CDI: PIC emailed maintenance.
Jun 3, 2015 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#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 : Found salsa in walk-in cooler dated 5/7.CDI-discarded by PIC.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Found McDonalds bag with sandwich in cooler with salads.\
Feb 19, 2015 A 97.5 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations. -P: Observed sanitizer in two buckets less than 150 ppm quat. CDI- Buckets changed out.
#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: Found sandwich meat unlabeled in wal;k-in. CDI- PIC discarded.
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: Found chicken tenders dated 2/12 as discard date. Found yogurt date marked 2/10. One half pint of milk expiration date of 2/14. CDI- PIC discarded all.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf : Observed soapy water in sanitizer bucket. CDI- bucket taken out of service.
Sep 2, 2014 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#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 . Salad and salad items being cooled tightly covered and stacked in display cooler at the third service line and in reach in coolers. CDI- methods corrected; discussed options with operator. See chart for temperatures.
Mar 5, 2014 A 100 · 1 violation
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-602.11 Food Labels - PF Health Dept and CMS management addressing labeling deficiencies and procedure adjustments to gain compliance.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “NORTHWEST SCHOOL OF THE ARTS” or State ID 2060110177). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.