A99.5
PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY LUNCHROOM
805 SENECA PL, Charlotte, NC 28210
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110178
Latest gradeA (99.5)
Last inspectedSep 3, 2026
Inspections on record46
On record sinceAug 30, 2013
Score history
Feb 25, 2015Higher is betterSep 3, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 3, 2026 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf- *Observed - Cheese Grater with dry food debris build up stored on shelf with clean dishes. *CDI - PIC stated they do not use this item and voluntarily discarded item.
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 .
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
*Observed - Dish Machine not in use in disrepair. PIC stated Dish Machine blew up on Tuesday and the repair company is waiting on a part to come in.
*Observed - Walk-In Freezer Door frozen shut. PIC stated they are waiting on TWC to arrive to repair unit.
Apr 17, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 19, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 12, 2025 A 99 · 2 violations
#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 - Black Buckets of sanitizer unlabeled. *CDI - PIC had employee label sanitizer buckets.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. *Observed - Dish machine in disrepair. PIC stated work order was placed and they were approved for repairs. EHS gave business card to PIC and asked to contact once repaired. EHS will follow up if necessary.
Mar 10, 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 ceiling tile breaking apart exposing the insulation in the ceiling. Please replace. (0.5)
Dec 10, 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 onion rings on serving line being held at room temperature. Onion rings were at 95F. CDI-PIC removed onion rings and reheated to 203F.
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 .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a trap behind the ice machine and one under the dry storage shelving containing dead roaches. Remove.
Sep 3, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 17, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 16, 2023 A 99 · 2 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
5-202.12(C) A self-closing, slow-closing, or metering faucet shall provide a flow of water continuously for at least 15 seconds. Observed kitchen staff hand sink in kitchen bathroom - observed that hot water shuts off immediately after activation. Need to have repaired so that it stays on for at least 15 seconds.
#36 · Thermometers provided & accurate
Corrected during inspection
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf . Observed thermometer stored at dish machine had condensation in section where temperatures are displayed, as well as water in the section. Could not read thermometer. CDI by replacing with a new identical thermometer that was at facility kitchen.
Sep 20, 2023 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf
Observed PIC unable to locate procedures for vomit and diarrheal event.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#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 .
#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 damaged and stained ceiling tiles in dish room.
Apr 27, 2023 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
Chicken nuggets recorded below 135F. CDI - Placed on TPHC.
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 .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Corrected during inspection
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf
Damaged cans not segregated in dented area. CDI- Moved to segregated area.
Mar 2, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 30, 2022 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#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 .
Burgers in hot Box recorders at 130F. CDI- Re heated in oven to 167F.
Sep 14, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 12, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#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 attached to pipes in walk in freezer. Remove ice build up to ensure there's not a leak occurring inside of the unit. Dish machine observed with a leak where handle has loosened.
#54 · Garbage & 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 left open during the inspection. Ensure that dumpster doors are kept closed to prevent a possible harborage or attraction of pests. REHS closed my dumpster.
Feb 11, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 13, 2021 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 ice attached to pipes in walk in freezer. Remove ice build up to ensure there's not a leak occurring inside of the unit . Seals have been recently replaced. PIC stated a door plate to provide a better seal will be installed in the near future.
Sep 1, 2021 A 100 · 2 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 milk inside of the milk box at a temperature range of 38-46F due to ambient air temperature when milk box is opened and exposed. Milk was rearranged to be stacked at a lower level to maintain cold holding.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice build up inside of walk in freezer from a possible leak. Repair as needed.
May 14, 2021 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11 (A) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils - P- Observed cheese grater stored clean with food debris within it. CDI-PIC removed grater to be properly cleaned and sanitized. Make sure all food contact surfaces are clean to sight and sanitized.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed broken water valve attached to hot box. Repair broken valve so that staff can safely and easily drain the water from the hot box. Observed damaged plastic covering on the outside door of the walk-in freezer being held together by duck tape. Observed minor damaged plastic covering on outside door of walk-in cooler. Repair both doors.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.114 Ensure drain plug on dumpsters, waste containers is in place. - Observed trash only dumpster outside without a drain plug. Per PIC, a work order has been submitted to replace dumpster or install a drain plug.
Mar 15, 2021 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-502.11 (B) Good Repair and Calibration - PF Observed one thermometer with a low battery. CDI- PIC replaced the battery on the thermometer.
#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 peeling paint along the walls of dish room. Repair walls in dish room.
Nov 10, 2020 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 23, 2020 A 98 · 4 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Follow-up verification required
5-202.12 Provide at least 100F water at handsinks. -Pf Observed all handsinks in the kitchen temped at 95F. Call for repair and ensure hot water is at least 100F. Verification visit required
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - C Observed the dishmachine leaking at the top of the unit and spraying the electrical box above the unit, this leak this may be contributing to the slight loss in temp in the rinse cycle. Call for repair to find the leak. Ensure that the unit is reaching the required hot water sanitizing temp of at least 160F. Do not use the dishmachine until leak is fixed.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Using Drain Plugs - Observed missing dumpster drain plug. Provide to prevent attracting pests.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-202.11 Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding - C Observed plastic coating over glass shields over the light bulbs in the walk-in freezer cracked and damaged.
Sep 12, 2019 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.114 Ensure drain plug on dumpsters, waste containers is in place. Observed drain plug missing from dumpster. Work order will be placed.
Jun 5, 2019 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P. Observed strawberry milk inside milk box at 45F. According to cafeteria manager the door to cooler had been left open after breakfast. CDI: cooler thermostat was adjusted. Observed watermelon inside 2-door cooler reading at 43F. CDI: watermelon was moved to walk-in freezer and temped at 30F after about 10 minutes.
VR by 6/15/19
Feb 12, 2019 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
4-903.11 Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens and packages in a clean, dry location and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed scoop stored in kitchen drawer with food debris and another scoop stored at serving line in utensil pan with food debris. Removed and cleaned.
Nov 27, 2018 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#2 · Management and food employee knowledge, and conditional employee; responsibilities and reporting.
Corrected during inspection
General Comment:
2-201.11(A) Ensure food employees understand when to report illnesses, symptoms and exposure. -P. Through questioning employees about the employee health policy, observed staff had inadequate knowledge of what symptoms and illnesses to report. CDI: reviewed Employee Health policy with staff; gave out Employee Health Poster.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed quat sanitizer too strong for FCS inside 2 red buckets > 400ppm. CDI: sanitizer was diluted to proper concentration.
Sep 6, 2018 A 99 · 2 violations
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P. Observed quat sanitizer > 400ppm too strong at 3-compartment sink. CDI: sanitizer was dumped and remade to proper concentration - 200ppm.
#33 · Approved thawing methods used
General Comment:
3-501.13 Use approved thawing methods. Observed hot dogs thawing in a water temperature of 84 deg F. Hot dogs were removed and immediately cooked.
Jan 29, 2018 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#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 with broken lid. Employee stated that door was broken by garbage collectors on the morning of the inspection and that the problem will be fixed on the 5th of February.
Nov 15, 2017 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 one small hole in wall from recent install of new paper towel holders.
Aug 31, 2017 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 8, 2017 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 24, 2017 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 17, 2016 A 99 · 4 violations
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf
Observed no date marking on salads, PIC stated that the salads that are not put out on time will be used first at lunch the next day. CDI - Dated
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses.
Observed sanitizer for wiping cloths below 200 ppm. Repeat, CDI - sanitizer remade
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used
Corrected during inspection
"4-904.11 Display and handle single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination.
Observed one sleeve of single service cups stored in dry storage uncovered. CDI - Removed during inspection.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11. Keep eqiument in good repair.
Observed dishwasher not functioning, broken waiting on part. Facility has switched to single use articles until machine is repaired.
Jul 18, 2016 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jun 2, 2016 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Mar 9, 2016 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 5, 2015 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 17, 2015 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 20, 2015 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 25, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 21, 2014 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 8, 2014 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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May 30, 2014 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Mar 14, 2014 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 14, 2013 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Aug 30, 2013 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY LUNCHROOM” or State ID 2060110178). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.