A98.5
RIVER GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LUNCHROOM
15340 SMITH RD, Charlotte, NC 28273
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110217
Latest gradeA (98.5)
Last inspectedOct 28, 2026
Inspections on record45
On record sinceSep 26, 2013
Score history
Dec 19, 2014Higher is betterOct 28, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 28, 2026 A 98.5 · 3 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
No vomit and diarrhea procedures on site. CDI - Provided.
For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
Follow-up verification required
4-703.11(B) After being cleaned in a mechanical dish machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in the dish machine by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer.-P.
Dish machine was run 5 times before disc recorded 167F. Disc was run immediately after and recorded 154F. PIC stated employees usually have to run multiple times before temp. Rises. PIC placed a work order in to have machine repaired to record 160F. Facility will use 3 comp. Sink until repaired.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P
Pinto beans in WIC with wrap on product recorded above 41F. PIC stated they were just prepped and placed in WIC. CDI - Unwrapped to cool down
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 .
May 29, 2026 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Very organized kitchen, good habits exhibited by manager and workers
#54 · Garbage & 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 lid gone - get replaced prior to next school year in August 2026.
#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 vents in kids’ bathrooms to be dusty. Clean more frequently.
Jan 12, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 15, 2025 A 99 · 2 violations
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P. Observed quat sanitizer at 500 ppm in 3 compartment sink. CDI-PIC drained sanitizer and diluted with cold water to 200 ppm.
#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 yogurt bags cooling in reach in cooler after preparation at 47F. CDI-PIC moved items to WIC to rapidly cool to reach 41F prior to being set 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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
May 28, 2025 A 98.5 · 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. Observed salads and yogurt bags in RIC that were above 41F. CDI-PIC moved items to WIC to rapidly cool. RIC had ambient air of 41F, but had trays on every rung of RIC, potentially limiting air circulation. PIC stated they would play a work order on RIC and will use juice RIC (34F ambient air) to hold TPHC foods prior to being set on time since unit is opened and closed less than main RIC.
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
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed slightly opening with visible light on bottom left side of back door. PIC stated work order has been placed prior to inspection to seal door flush to door frame.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed sanitizer used for wiping cloths at 100 ppm. PIC refilled buckets at 200 ppm.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed broken top side lids of garbage dumpster. PIC stated work order has been placed prior to inspection.
Feb 4, 2025 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Observed one light in WIC that needs a replacement bulb, but WICs light is still greater than 10 ft candles.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 3, 2024 A 99.5 · 5 violations
#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. Observed one container of cooked rice thawing in WIC with a prep date of 8/28 and a discard date of 9/28. PIC stated that rice was removed from freezer and begun thawing this morning, 9/3. CDI-PIC corrected discard date on cooked rice.
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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed multiple dead crawling pests inside WIC. PIC discarded pests.
6-202.16 Perimeter walls and roofs shall effectively protect the establishment from the weather and entry of insects or pests. Observed left side of back door with moderate gap between door and threshold. PIC stated that weather striping changed once new badge reader was installed for back door and that work order would be placed to seal back door when closed.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
Repeat violation
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed sanitizer basin used for filling containers at 50 ppm. PIC refilled sanitizer buckets and sanitizer basin tested at 200 ppm. Repeat.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed moderate tears in gaskets of hot box unit on left side kitchen entrance. PIC stated work order will be placed to replace gaskets.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.111 Keep storage areas and bins for waste in good repair. Observed red dumpster with broken top side lids.
Apr 23, 2024 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#24 · Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf. Observed yogurt bags without time recorded on TPHC board. CDI-PIC added time on TPHC board.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping clothes stored in 0 ppm solution. PIC refilled sanitizer bucket and tested at 200 ppm.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.111 Keep storage areas and bins for waste in good repair. Observed garbage dumpster with broken top-side lids.
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed garbage dumpster without a drain plug.
Dec 7, 2023 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & 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 one opened pack of sliced American cheese without a date label. CDI-PIC added a date label.
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 Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
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 lollipop thermometer with a dead battery. EHS tested high temp dishmachine and got a temperature of 160F. PIC ordered a new battery during the inspection. VR within 10 days.
Aug 30, 2023 A 99 · 2 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 black build up on lid of ice machine.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −1
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed in use sanitizer below 100ppm. REPEAT.. CDI. PIC remade sanitizer to correct concentration.
Apr 6, 2023 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 wet wiping cloths stored in Quat sanitizer below 100 PPM. CDI - PIC replaced buckets with sanitizer at the correct concentration.
Jan 23, 2023 A 100 · 1 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 dumpster doors open.
Nov 2, 2022 A 100 · 1 violation
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
Corrected during inspection
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.
Fan dusty and in need of cleaning. CDI - Cleaned on site.
Sep 13, 2022 A 99 · 1 violation
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
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 baseboard tiles peeling away from freezer wall and grout missing in between floor tiles in various areas, heavily in dish washing area. Repeat.
Jun 1, 2022 A 98.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Facility has recently had issues with high temperature dish machine, has ordered a gas valve but are unsure of when this part will arrive and when repair will take place. Facility has been temporarily approved by MCHD to take dirty dishes to nearby school (Southwest MS) to wash/rinse/sanitize dishes and return clean dishes to Rivergate Elementary. EHS spoke with PIC about process, confirmed that facility has been using CMS truck to transport dirty dishes for cleaning. Facility will use temporarily wash/rinse/sanitize plan for the next 5 days of service, schools will be closing June 8th for the summer. Facility is still looking into potentially getting low temp detergent, but will continue communication with MCHD and CMS Karen Sullivan if there are any changes to approved process for cleaning dishes while machine is down.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed shelving in walk in cooler that is damaged, unable to lock into place. Observed high temperature dish machine not functioning during inspection, facility is aware of issue and has ordered gas valve, scheduled to be replaced as soon as possible.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed top lids to dumpster open, filled to brim with trash and unable to fully close.
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed old discarded mattresses and garbage at dumpster pad, remove.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1
Repeat violation
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 floors in kitchen that are no longer smooth and easily cleanable, in need of grouting. REPEAT.
Feb 9, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Note: facility has high temperature dish machine, has irreversible temperature indicator to test machine.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
4-903.11(C ) Single Service and Single Use items shall be kept in the original protective package or stored using other means that protect the item until used. Observed one container of single-service/single-use articles (cardboard lunch trays) stored upright and not in protective packaging. Note: all other single-service/single
#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 floors in need of regrouting throughout kitchen, specifically in dish machine area and areas near cooking equipment. Floor is no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
Nov 19, 2021 A 97 · 3 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −3
Repeat violationFollow-up verification required
44-501.112(A)(2) Provide a minimum of 180F rinse water for sanitization when using the dish machine. -Pf Observed the heat sanitizing dishmachine only reaching 158F when EHS ran thermoplastic through the dishmachine but the dial on the machine is reading 185F. Please contact maintenance for repair. Verification visit required to ensure compliance. -REPEAT- Facility Will utilize their 3-compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize until repaired. Facility serves on single service utensils and plates.
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service/use items. -P Observed disinfectant stored on prep tables and at prep sink. CDI - disinfectant spray was relocated to chemical storage.
#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 no max.min thermometer to properly test heat sanitizing dishmachine. Provided PIC with NC Fooc Code changes and guidance.
Sep 13, 2021 A 98.5 · 2 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 reaching a rinse temp. Of 180F. Black disc was ran through 6 times and did not record a temp. Greater than 154F. Final rinse gage never reached 180F. PIC put in a maintenace call during inspection and will only use 3 comp. sink until repaired. VR.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
Corrected during inspection
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf
Two damaged cans not in segregated area. CDI- Moved to dented can area.
Apr 29, 2021 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 tiles at freezer pulling away from wall .
Feb 18, 2021 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 gaps in wall joints in dish room where settling of building has occurred these areas need to be sealed.
Nov 6, 2020 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 26, 2019 A 99 · 1 violation
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use −1
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table in kitchen area.
Sep 3, 2019 A 97 · 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 Observed chicken patties in hot holding cabinet 1 held at 129 degrees F. CDI reheated to 172 degrees.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Follow-up verification required
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed romaine lettuce at 43 degrees and thawed fish sticks at 43 degrees. Ambient temperature of walk in observed to be at 45 degrees. CDI recorded temperatures at 8:30 this morning at 41 degrees. Moved tcs items to alternate refrigeration since food had not been out of temperature more than 4 hours. Technicians dispatched to check walk in. 10 day verification required.
May 22, 2019 A 97.5 · 2 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed pink-build up in the ice machine. Ensure to increase cleaning frequency.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
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 stored with other cans on the dry storage rack. Ensure to store dented cans in a designated area. CDI PIC removed dented can and placed in the designated area. Repeat violation. Points were not escalated due to overall improvement seen in putting dented cans in a designated area.
Feb 15, 2019 A 97 · 4 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.14 Wash hands before donning gloves and between gloves uses. Wash hands after activities that contaminate them. -P Observed employee donning gloves without washing hands after adjusting trash bags and date labeling items in walk in cooler. CDI EHS had employee wash hands properly before donning gloves and educated on proper handwashing.
#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 turkey slices opened the day prior without a date label. CDI PIC labeled turkey slices.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
Corrected during inspection
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf Observed 3 dented cans stored on the dry storage shelf with other cans. Ensure to store dented cans in a designated area. CDI PIC placed dented cans in the designated area.
3-307.11 Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination. Observed employee food stored in the walk in cooler in contact with food for public. Ensure to designate an area for employee food.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster side doors open. Ensure to keep closed when not in use.
Nov 6, 2018 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#7 · No bare hand contact with RTE foods or a pre-approved alternate properly followed −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-301.11(B) Do not contact exposed ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Use suitable utensils, single-use gloves or dispensing equipment. -P Observed food employee bare-hand contact pickles when portioning from a jar to container. CDI employee voluntarily discarded pickles and washed hands before donning new gloves.
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed lo mein noodles hot holding below 135F (see temp chart). PIC noticed water was low in the steam well. CDI PIC reheated lo mein to 165F and added more water to the steam well. Repeat violation. Points were not escalated due to being one item not hot holding properly while other food items were in temp.
#31 · 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 vegan power salad (quinoa salad) cooling with tightly covered lids in plastic containers not cooling at a proper rate. CDI PIC had lids removed from the container. u
Apr 27, 2018 A 99 · 2 violations
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P
Observed carrots holding below 135F (see chart). CDI- Discarded.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
Corrected during inspection
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf
Observed two dented cans not segregated. CDI- Segregated and removed from use.
Feb 14, 2018 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#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 food employee turn faucet off with their bare hands. CDI by instruction.
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision - PF - Observed hand washing sink missing disposable towels. CDI, towels provided in dispenser by employee.
#11 · Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented - P,PF - Observed some Rice Krispy treats with commercial packaging torn and food exposed in box. CDI, food voluntarily discarded on site.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
4-204.113 Warewashing Machine, Data Plate Operation Specifications - C - Observed rinse temperature gauge not moving and in por repair. Calibrate so that it is functioning properly. Observed thermo label change color to indicate high temperature dish machine is sanitizing.
Oct 18, 2017 A 96.5 · 4 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11 (A) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils - P - Foodcontat surfaces shall be clean to site and touch. Observed can opener stored clean and a tray stored as clean but soiled with food residues.DI, equipment relocated for cleaning.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -P - Observed oven cleaner stored with towels and ASEP chemicals stored on table with single-service disposable straws and other items.CDI, agents relocated for proper storage
#36 · Insects and rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
Follow-up verification required
6-501.111 Controlling Pests - PF - Observed fruit flies in kitchen. Verification required to ensure that pest treatment is completed.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth used to stabilize cutting board and 1 sanitizer bucket below required concentration.
May 3, 2017 A 100 · 1 violation
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces - C - Observed a fan accumulating dust stored next to clean drainboard of 3 compartment sink.
Mar 2, 2017 A 99.5 · 2 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 cut tomatoe in walk in cooler prepared the day prior but not date marked. CDI by instruction
#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 and outdoor dumpster missing lid. Repeat.
Dec 13, 2016 A 98.5 · 3 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 mixing bowl and slicer stored clean to site and touch. Observed both equipment stored clean but soiled with food debris.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.
#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. - Observed employee beverage stored on handwashing sink near dish area.
Sep 14, 2016 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#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 45F or less. -P Salads and yogurt in reach in cooler were holding at temps. above 45F. Thermometer in unit flucuated between 46-60F. CDI- Salads and yogurt were removed from unit and brought to WIC to cool down. PIC called repair-man to look at unit. Facility will not hold TCS foods in unit in the meantime. VR.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor. One sanitizer bucket stored on the floor.
No points deducted.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Reach in cold-holding unit not properly functioning (see # 20).
No points deducted.
May 19, 2016 A 98.5 · 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 Observed TPHC board for hummus salad with a start time of 9:30 am. PIC stated that time was incorrect and hummus was brought out at 10:00 am. CDI- PIC changed time on board.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths, active stirring, or leave food uncovered to facilitate heat transfer. -Pf Observed salads in reach in cooler recording at a temperature of <45F (see chart). CDI- Salads were brought to freezer with covers off to rapidly cool down.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Non Food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or residue. Observed a plastic bin with old tape residue still on bin. Remove old labels/tape.
Mar 23, 2016 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
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 dented can not stored in designated dented can area. CDI- Can moved to designated area.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor. Observed multiple sanitizer buckets stored on the floor.
3-304.14(B) Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at the proper concentration. Observed a couple wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables.
Dec 14, 2015 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed employee drink stored on a prep surface. EHS placed item in an area where it will not contaminate surroundings.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P Observed mozzerella sticks and yogurt left out of refrigeration on a prep table. Items were above 45F. Items were immediately placed back into the walk in cooler.
Sep 24, 2015 A 98.5 · 3 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 push cart in front of the handsink by the freezer. Do not block hand sinks.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. - Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on a prep table.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
General comment 6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. - Observed worn/missing grout between tiles throughout the facility.
May 29, 2015 A 95 · 7 violations
#6 · Hands clean and properly washed −2
Corrected during inspection
2-301.11 Keep hands and arms clean. Observed employee repeatedly using cloth towel to wipe hands and arms, placed towel down on table. Use disposable paper towel to wipe hands and arms, discard towels after one use. CDI by washing hands and discarding towel.
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved hand drying at each handsink. Observed towels missing from one handsink. CDI by loading dispenser w/paper towels.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-.501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations - observed QAC in buckets and bottles to be 100 ppm - must be = 200 ppm - CDI by re-mixing sanitizer solution
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition
Corrected during inspection
Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24 hours - observed salsa with 2 different labels and dates - CDI by discarding.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate
4-203.11 Food thermometers shall be accurate to +/- 2 degrees - observed stem themometer in ice water @ 40F. Observed 2 oven thermometers in reach-ins - replace w/proper refrigeration thermometers or remove where built-in thermometer is operating properly.
#46 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained and used; test strips −0.5
4-501.18 Keep the wash, rinse and sanitize solutions clean - observed broccoli in middle sink vat w/rinse water - do not use rinse water to pre-rinse - remove food debris as a part of washing, use rinse vat/water to rinse clean utensils
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
. .5-501.113 (B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors - observed dumpster side door open.
Mar 13, 2015 A 99 · 3 violations
#4 · Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Corrected during inspection
2-401.11 Cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. Observed an employee drink stored on the top shelf of the walk in cooler. CDI by moving to a bottom shelf to prevent contamination to food products stored in the cooler.
#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 dishmachine handsink. CDI by providing paper towels.
#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. Removed two scoopers with food debris stored as clean. CDI reminding PIC to pull back the spring release part of the scooper to effectively clean for food debris. Both were removed and taken to the 3 comp sink to be re-washed and sanitized.
Dec 19, 2014 A 100 · 1 violation
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
***.NOITICED SLIGHT DUST ACCUMULATION ON OVERHEAD VENTILATION GUARD IN CAFETERIA DINING AREA, JUST ABOVE DIRTY DISH DROP-OFF WINDOW, HAVE CUSTODIAL SERVICES ADD THE ITEM TO THEIR OFF SEASON CLEANING LIST****
OVERALL EXCELLENT JOB - HAVE A WONDERFUL BREAK!!!!
Sep 30, 2014 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 Clean the equipment and utensils as required to avoid contamination. -POBSERVED FOOD SCOPE WITH FOOD DEBRIS PRESENT ON SURFACE. OBSERVED 2 CAN OPENERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS ON BLADES.CDI - BY RETURNING ITEMS TO DISH ROOM FOR CLEANING.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
GENERAL COMMENT4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. OBSERVED A COUPLE OF REFRIGERATION GASKETS WITH DEBRIS PRESENT. CLEAN
Jun 4, 2014 A 100 · 1 violation
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-602.11 Food LabelsGENERAL COMMENTOBSERVED NO FOOD INGREDIENT LABELS FOR SALADS.CDI - Health Dept and CMS management addressing labeling deficiencies and procedure adjustments to gain compliance.
Mar 18, 2014 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
6-501.14 Cleaning Ventilation Systems, Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition(A) Intake and exhaust air ducts shall be cleaned and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.OBSERVED 2 AIR EXHAUST DUCTS WITH DUST ACCUMULATING ON VENT GUARDS. (THE VENT GUARD IN THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM AND IN THE LOCKROOM HALL)CLEAN VENT GUARDS.
Dec 19, 2013 A 100 · 1 violation
#38 · Personal cleanliness
! 2-402.11 Effectiveness-Hair RestraintsGENERAL COMMENTObserved one employee without hair-restraint. Hat was said to have been temporarily removed prior to my arrival. CDI BY EMPLOYEE PLACING HAT BACK ON HEAD
Sep 26, 2013 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
.Obsserved containers of salad in reach-in unit with lettuce temping at 51F. CDI by opening containers and placing items in walk-in for rapid cooling.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “RIVER GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LUNCHROOM” or State ID 2060110217). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.