A99.5
HICKORY GROVE GRADES 1-5 LUNCHROOM
6709 PENCE RD, Charlotte, NC 28215
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110185
Latest gradeA (99.5)
Last inspectedOct 26, 2026
Inspections on record42
On record sinceSep 20, 2013
Score history
May 29, 2014Higher is betterOct 26, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 26, 2026 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed a tray of prepped bags of baby carrots and ranch stored below unwashed kiwis and tomatoes. CDI- PIC moved the tray of ready-to-eat carrots and ranch to a covered speed rack.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls. Sealant around hand sinks cracked and showing growth or heavy discoloration. Repair.
Jun 3, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations observed during inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 26, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during today's routine inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 27, 2025 A 99.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Water freezing from WIF fans is falling onto items underneath. Items moved and were in boxes. This water to ice is considered a contaminant and the fan needs to be repaired so that it does not leak onto WIF and onto floor, shelving below.
#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 multiple milks holding above 41F. CDI Milk placed back in WIC to recool. PIC will have the thermostat lowered (holding at 37F) because of nature of use. Will also only place milk crates one level, not multiple levels.
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
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed one fly flying in prep area.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed ice blocks on floor from WIF fan, falling onto boxes underneath. Repair is needed for condenser to not drip water which turns to ice.
May 23, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 30, 2025 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. -Observed wiping cloth stored in 0ppm sanitizer concentration. -CDI- PIC discarded 0ppm solution and re-made sanitizer at proper concentration.
Oct 10, 2024 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.14(B) Quickly cool TCS foods that are prepared from room temperature ingredients. Food must be to 41F within 4 hours. -P. Observed tomatoes cooling at a rate of 0. CDI- Tomatoes vented and cooled at a sufficient rate.
For more information, please visit: www.meckncgov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Cooling Food Safely https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6x8b1ZVOxU .
#33 · 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 tomatoes tightly covered while cooling. CDI- Tomatoes vented.
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 .
Apr 19, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 1, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 21, 2023 A 99 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Hot water heater at facility is broken. It is currently unknown when the hot water heater will be replaced/repaired. Facility approved for receiving bulk food items from neighboring facility (Hickory Grove PreK to K Lunchroom - Est ID #2060110035) placed on TPHC. Facility has obtained a temporary handsink with hot water capabilities to ensure proper handwashing can occur. All dishes are being transported to neighboring facility for proper washing, rinsing, and sanitizing during period where facility does not have access to hot water.
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. - Observed bathroom sink lacking required handwash signage. - CDI - EHS provided PIC with required handwash signage. PIC posted sign.
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(4)(5)Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. The food shall be discarded after the food has completed its 4 hour hold time, if the food is in unmarked containers, or marked with a time that exceeds the 4 hour time limit. - P - Facility utilizing TPHC to transport bulk items from neighboring facility (Hickory Grove Pre-K to K Lunchroom - Establishment ID # 2060110035) due to lack of hot water. Observed rotini cooled overnight in WIC from yesterday that was held on TPHC. All items placed on TPHC must be discarded after 4 hours. - CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded rotini.
Apr 17, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 17, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 2, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 8, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 3, 2022 A 98 · 4 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 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 milk cold hold in milk chest between 43-48 degrees F. Ambient air temperature measured 62 degrees F. CDI, milk voluntarily discarded and facility to use TPHC for milk until unit calibrated. Long term visit to ensure calibration of milk chest cooler. PIC submitted work order while present.
#23 · Proper date marking & 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 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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs . Observed sandwiches not date marked in reach in cooler. CDI, sandwiches voluntarily discarded.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed couple fruit flies in establishment.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls. Observed prep tables in need of resealing.
Mar 21, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 2, 2021 A 99 · 3 violations
#1 · PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties −1
Corrected during inspection
2-103.11(A-P) PIC shall ensure rules in the code for food safety and handling are met. Food Safety Checklist tool can be found at: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed unapproved person (non cafeteria employee) enter kitchen and handle clean ice scoop and obtain ice from ice machine. Persons unnecessary to the food establishment operation are not allowed in the food preparation, food storage or ware washing areas. PIC spoke to admin staff regarding requirements. CDI by instruction.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed a light out under hood ventilation system.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Corrected during inspection
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 max/min thermometer on order according to PIC but not yet on-site. CDI by instruction.
Aug 30, 2021 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#2 · Management and food employee knowledge, and conditional employee; responsibilities and reporting.
Corrected during inspection
General Comment: 2-103.11 (M) Person in Charge-Duties - PF - Persons unnecessary to the food establishment operation are not allowed in the food preparation, food storage or warewashing areas except for brief visits and tours may be authorized by the person in charge if steps are taken to ensure that equipment and food is protected from contamination. Observed custodian walk to kitchen to obtain ice at ice machine. CDI by instruction.
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed
Corrected during inspection
2-301.12. Follow the cleaning procedure to adequately wash your hands. Use warm water, soap, scrub 15 secs, rinse, and dry without recontaminating hands. -P - Observed employee handle soiled equipment at soiled drainboard of dish machine then clean pan on clean side of dish machine drainboard. CDI by instruction.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-501.14 Cleaning Ventilation Systems, Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition - C - Observed some dust accumulation on some ceiling ventilation in kitchen prep area.
Mar 25, 2021 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -P. Observed disinfectant in spray bottle stored on ledge above prep table. CDI: relocated to bottom shelf.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Ensure drain plug on dumpsters, waste containers is in place. Observed drain plug missing from dumpster. Contact dumpster company to have replaced.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed dusty fans in dish room above clean dishes.
Sep 20, 2019 A 99 · 1 violation
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed a split gasket on the walk in cooler door; replace gasket.
May 3, 2019 A 99 · 1 violation
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
Repeat violation 3-304.14 Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation - C - Observed 2 QUAT sanitizer buckets at 50 ppm. CDI - buckets were remade at 200 ppm.
Mar 12, 2019 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. - Observed a QUAT sanitizer bucket at 50 ppm. CDI - bucket was remade at 200 ppm.
Nov 8, 2018 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor. - Observed a sanitizer bucket stored on the floor. CDI - bucket was moved to a shelf under a prep table.
Sep 26, 2018 A 99 · 1 violation
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
Repeat violation 3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer at the proper concentration between uses. - Observed a QUAT santiizer bucket at 50 ppm. CDI - bucket was remade at 200 ppm.
May 30, 2018 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf - Observed no paper towels at the hand sink beside the employee table. CDI - paper towels were provided.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14 Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation - C- Observed 2 sanitizer buckets at 0 ppm. CDI - buckets refilled at 200 ppm.
Feb 20, 2018 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Carrots on hot line; potato wedges and burgers holing below 135F. CDI - All reheated to 165F+.
#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 crumbs from hot box door gasket and minor dark build up on reach in salad cooler.
Nov 29, 2017 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-502.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Sweep crumbs and debris from walk in freezer floor.
Sep 13, 2017 A 99 · 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. Replace torn gaskets on hot box behind serving line.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat violation
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Clean dark build up from gasket on walk in cooler door and reach in cooler door.
May 1, 2017 A 99 · 3 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf No paper towels at handsink. CDI - Restocked.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on counter. CDI - Relocated to laundry bin.
#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. Clean minor build up from low shelf in walk in cooler.
Feb 10, 2017 A 98 · 3 violations
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records −1
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
#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 dark build up from low shelf in walk in cooler.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −1
. Observed a hole in the dumpster and top lid open. 5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. 5-501.15 Provide dumpster, waste containers that are of sound construction. Contact solid waste service provider and request replacement.
Oct 20, 2016 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Observed some gnats in the kitchen today.
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
Observed the ice scoop stored in soiled container.
Observed clean silverware stored directly next the dish handsink- moved to correct so there was 12-18" of seperation to avoid splash contamination.
4-903.11 (A), (B) and (D) Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing - C
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −1
Repeat violation
\|Observed a hole in the dumpster and top lid open.
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. 5-501.15 Provide dumpster, waste containers that are of sound construction.
Jul 8, 2016 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 missing lid on dumpster. Repair. -.5-
May 5, 2016 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#11 · Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated
Corrected during inspection
Observed spoiled and molded turkey and ham in the walk in cooler today- discarded.
3-101.11 P Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented.
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
Observed turkey and ham that had been open since 3/10- discarded today.
Observed hummus with no date mark that had been open for >7days- discarded.
Recommend portioning hummus into 7 days worth and freezing these so they can be pulled out each week for that weeks use.
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf3-501.18 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
#38 · Personal cleanliness
Observed an employee on the serving line with bracelets on.
2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −1
Repeat violation
Observed no lid on the cardboard dumpster today and one lid is missing- replace.
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
Feb 4, 2016 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
Corrected during inspection
Observed an employee eating on the line while handling a thawing food. Employee asked to stop and wash hands to correct.
2-401.11 Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco - C
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
Observed build up in the prep sink drain.
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
Observed a broken and ineffective lid on the dumpster today- replace dumpster.
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
Oct 21, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 20, 2015 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 14, 2015 A 97.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 22, 2015 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Oct 6, 2014 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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May 29, 2014 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 20, 2013 A 100 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 20, 2013 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “HICKORY GROVE GRADES 1-5 LUNCHROOM” or State ID 2060110185). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.