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A98.5

FOOD LION #769 MARKET

8100 IDLEWILD RD, Charlotte, NC 28212
Meat Market · NC permit/State ID 2060300232
Latest gradeA (98.5)
Last inspectedJul 20, 2026
Inspections on record39
On record sinceJul 12, 2013

Score history

7085100 Jul 12, 2013: 99Dec 27, 2013: 96Apr 28, 2014: 96Jul 11, 2014: 99.5Jan 29, 2015: 99.5May 15, 2015: 100Sep 29, 2015: 98Jan 8, 2016: 98.5Apr 27, 2016: 98.5Aug 17, 2016: 98Jan 20, 2017: 100May 5, 2017: 99Aug 30, 2017: 98.5Dec 22, 2017: 98.5Jun 12, 2018: 98Oct 9, 2018: 99.5Jan 4, 2019: 99Apr 25, 2019: 100Jan 30, 2020: 99Jun 26, 2020: 97Aug 10, 2020: 97.5Nov 12, 2020: 98Mar 23, 2021: 98.5Jul 26, 2021: 95.5Jan 10, 2022: 98.5May 20, 2022: 97Jul 15, 2022: 99.5Jan 13, 2023: 98.5May 3, 2023: 99Aug 18, 2023: 99Jan 8, 2024: 98.5May 22, 2024: 96.5Oct 24, 2024: 98Jan 8, 2025: 99Apr 23, 2025: 99Aug 13, 2025: 99.5Dec 19, 2025: 99Mar 20, 2026: 98Jul 20, 2026: 98.5
Jul 12, 2013Higher is betterJul 20, 2026

Inspections & violations

Jul 20, 2026 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P- Observed a box of raw chicken over a box of raw beef in the WIC. Ensure that raw chicken is stored below raw beef. -CDI- PIC rearranged boxes so that chicken was no longer above beef. 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
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed hand sink adjacent to the 3-Comp sink peeling from the wall. Ensure this is repaired. 4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed cardboard lining the metal shelving in the WIC. Shelf liners must be smooth, easily cleanable, and not subject to absorption. Remove cardboard shelf liners.
#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 floors near prep sink in the rear area of the cutting room in need of cleaning. Ensure that floors are cleaned and maintained as clean.

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Mar 20, 2026 A 98 · 2 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf- Observed 2 paper towels dispensers at both handsinks of the cutting room not functioning at the time of the inspection. Paper towel dispensers were filled with paper towels, however the paper towels were not placed into the feed and therefore not dispensing when the motion sensor was activated. Ensure that paper towel dispensers are working and that there is an approved method of drying hands for food employees after hand washing. -CDI- PIC adjusted paper towels in the dispenser so that it was properly feeding through.
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
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 single service trays in the cutting room outside of the original packaging and facing upward so that the food contact surfaces was not protected against potential contamination. Ensure that trays are inverted or stored in original packaging. -CDI- Trays were inverted so that the food contact surfaces were facing downward.

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Dec 19, 2025 A 99 · 3 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf- Observed no paper towels upon arrival into meat market facility at hand sink adjacent to WIC. -CDI- PIC provided hand sink with paper towels. Ensure all hand sinks are provided with paper towels or approved alternative means to dry hands.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed corrosion and rust buildup throughout the facility. Specifically present on shelving of the main processing room and on the door of the WIF. Resurface or replace rusted and corroded equipment.
#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 condenser fans/vents in the main processing room of the facility above the packaging machine with a build up of dust and residue. Ensure that floors, walls, and ceilings and all attachments are maintained as clean. Increase cleaning frequency and thoroughness.

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Aug 13, 2025 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#20 · Proper cooling time & temperatures
Corrected during inspection
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 Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU . 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 ground meat ground on site not dropping temperature at a rate to achieve 41F in 4 hours from ambient. Items were in cooling process in grab n go. CDI PIC pulled items and placed on trays in WIC to rapidly cool. Items must be cooled to 41F and below in WIC after production and or repackaging before being placed out in grab n go cooler. 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
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 ground and repackaged meat and ribs in cooling process in the grab n go coolers. Grab n go coolers are not designed for cooling but for maintaining. Items were not cooling at a sufficient rate to reach 41F below in 4 hours from ambient beginning product. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .

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Apr 23, 2025 A 99 · 3 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing sign at the female restroom. CDI: EHS provided PIC with handwashing signs.
#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 one slash-resistant glove stored clean, with visible food debris on the food-contact surfaces. CDI: PIC removed glove to be re-washed/rinsed/sanitized at the 3-compartment sink. 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 .
#45 · Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Corrected during inspection
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 a couple stacks of single-use trays stored without a protective package, right-side-up, on the shelf above the meat cutting table. CDI: PIC inverted stacks of single-use trays to prevent contamination.

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Jan 8, 2025 A 99 · 3 violations
#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1
2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM during time of the inspection. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at one of the handsinks in the meat cutting room. CDI: PIC refilled paper towel dispenser.
#50 · Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
5-103.11(B) Provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-Pf Observed insufficient hot water at the meat department (see temperature chart). EHS looked at the label on the dish detergent used at the 3-compartment sink, and the label states that the recommended hot water temperature to use with the detergent is from 70 degrees F to 120 degrees F. PIC stated that he will put in a work order to get the water heater looked at by a technician. VERIFICATION REQUIRED within 10 days to ensure facility is in compliance. Note: The water heater is located directly opposite of the wall where the 3-compartment sink is placed in the meat department. EHS found hot water at the handsink adjacent to the 3-compartment sink reading higher temperatures than the hot water at the 3-compartment sink. EHS also conducted the same establishment's Deli department inspection prior to this department, and found no hot water issues there.

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Oct 24, 2024 A 98 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with EHS Ariel Humphrey and PIC Derrick Dallas present.
#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. Facility does not have written vomit & diarrhea clean up procedures. CDI - EHS provided copy of clean up procedures to facility. -0- For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. - P. Observed 3-compartment sink sanitizer dispenser unable to pull sanitizer completely through with concentrations at 0 PPM quat. CDI - Sanitizer solution manually made with concentrations > 200 PPM. Work order for repairs made to Diversey. -1.5- 3 day verification is required. 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 and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY.
#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled
4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed red meat trays wet stacked at 3-comp sink drain board. -0-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-101.11 (A) - (E) Food contact surfaces shall be (A) Safe P, (B) Durable, Corrosion-Resistant, (C) sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated washing (D) Smooth and easily cleanable, and (E) Resistant to damage. Observed soiled broken down cardboard boxes being used as liners on shelving in the walk-in cooler. Remove. REPEAT VIOLATION: 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed leak originating at 3-comp soap/sanitizer dispenser system when in use. Repair. No escalation of points due to different area observed. -0.5-
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. 4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelving in walk-in freezer in need of cleaning due to icy build-up. Clean and increase cleaning frequency to maintain clean. -0-
#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 floors in walk-in freezer in need of cleaning. Clean and increase cleaning frequency to maintain clean. -0-

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May 22, 2024 A 96.5 · 2 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT VIOLATION: 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41 F or less. - P. Observed raw proteins stored in grab & go case for > 4 hours with temperatures between 44-51 degrees F. Refer to temperature chart. CDI - Items with temperatures > 45 degrees F voluntarily discarded, remaining products transferred to the walk-in freezer to cool down. -3- Discussion made with PICs about ensuring that products are introduced into refrigeration units at < 41 degrees F. 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.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
REPEAT VIOLATION: 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed non-functional paper towel dispenser next to walk-in cooler at beginning of inspection. CDI - PIC repaired equipment by replacing dispenser’s batteries. Paper towels now available. Maintain equipment functional. -0.5-

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Jan 8, 2024 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41 F or less. - P. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ. Observed cut proteins stored in display case with temperatures between 45-46 degrees F. Refer to temperature chart. CDI - Items voluntarily discarded by PIC. -1.5-
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed paper towel dispenser unable to provide towels. Paper towels made provided by employee. Repair equipment. -0-

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Aug 18, 2023 A 99 · 2 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. - Pf. Observed no paper towels available at hand washing sink. CDI - PIC restocked station with towels. -1-
#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.12 (A) In-use utensils in TCS food, must be stored with handles above the food and top of the food container. Observed food debris on knife stored inside of wall mounted shelving unit. CDI - Utensil relocated to 3-compartment sink to be W/R/S. -0-

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May 3, 2023 A 99 · 3 violations
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. - Observed shelving in walk-in cooler in need of cleaning. Clean and increase cleaning frequency to maintain clean.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. - Observed leak at handsink nearest 3 compartment sink. Repair sink.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & 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 floors in need of cleaning, with emphasis in walk-in units. Clean and increase cleaning frequency to maintain clean.

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Jan 13, 2023 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P 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 ground beef display case over stacked and some ground beef observed stored between 42-48 degrees F. CDI, several packages of ground beef found greater than 41 degrees F voluntarily discarded.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed wrapping pad torn.

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Jul 15, 2022 A 99.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: *Per PIC, the only meat that is not received pre-packaged is ground beef. *NOTE: Use cold water when mixing quat sanitizer solution.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Observed one leaking handsink and a leak in condensation line in walk in cooler. Repair all leaks.

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May 20, 2022 A 97 · 5 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 (A)(2) Separate types of raw animal foods from each other such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, and poultry during storage, preparation, holding, and display. -P- 3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. -P For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety - Observed raw chicken stored over RTE country ham and over RTE ribs. Observed raw pork roast stored above RTE ribs. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef. All violations of storage order was observed in the walk in cooler. CDI- PIC had an employee correct all storage order.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (C ) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, throughout the day at least every 4 hours, unless otherwise indicated in the Food Code, P. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety 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. - Observed prep room at 60F. PIC stated cleaning occurs once a day or in between different cuts of meats. Ensure all food contact surfaces in prep room are clean at a frequency no greater than four hours. CDI- Education provided. No observation of cleaning frequency occurred just through conversation.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. - Observed flies throughout the department.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
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 deep cuts and grooves.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. 5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. - Observed dumpster doors open during the inspection with other non facility related items in the dumpster area.

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Jan 10, 2022 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety - No vomit and diarrhea clean up plan in place at time of inspection. Due to this being the establishment's first inspection since the new food code was adopted, no point deduction today. CDI - EHS educated PIC on need for plan and provided educational poster and written procedures.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. - Ice buildup observed on shelving and floor of walk in freezer. Unit holding temperatures properly, but ice buildup indicates unit needs repairing to prevent buildup from occurring. Repair unit.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips −0.5
Follow-up verification required
4-501.19 During manual warewashing, maintain the wash solution at a minimum of 110F or as otherwise allowed by the detergent manufacturer label. -Pf - Hot water in 3 compartment sink only reaching 99F and needs to reach a minimum of 110F for active dishwashing. PIC placed emergency work order. EHS indicated to use 3 compartment sink in deli area to clean and sanitize dishes until water temp reached minimum of 110F. VR - Verification required within 10 days.
#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. - Frozen raw chicken observed on walk floor of walk in freezer along with other debris. Clean floor frequently enough to prevent food debris.

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Jul 26, 2021 A 95.5 · 3 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed multiple boxes of raw ground turkey stored above ready-to-eat hams (whole, sliced, and diced) in walk-in cooler. CDI-PIC properly rearranged storage order.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −3
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed raw ground beef, raw new York strip, and raw ribeye steaks improperly cold holding at customer display case. All products were being stored at the front of the display case and stacked. All products behind the front row were measured at 41F or below. CDI-PIC voluntarily discarded all products.EHS advised PIC that all products shall be 41F or below before they are stored in display case. This is the second repeat violation for cold holding. If this violation continues, EHS may require implementation of a risk control plan or other permit action.
#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 outdoor dumpster with side door open and top lid not in close position.

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Mar 23, 2021 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed beef steak cold holding above 41F at front display. CDI, voluntary discard by PIC.

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Nov 12, 2020 A 98 · 2 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −2
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
Repeat: 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels at handwash sink by 3 compartment sink. PIC states they have not received paper towel shipments yet. CDI, PIC relocated roll of paper towels from an unused dispenser to hand wash sink dispenser.
#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 Haddock fish cold holding above 41F at display case where ground beef and steak is held. PIC states fish has been there overnight. All other proteins at 41F. CDI, voluntary discard by PIC.

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Aug 10, 2020 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no papertowels at back left handsink.CDI: Papertowels provided.
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-302.11(A) Separate the different types of raw animal foods. -P Observed raw poultry over raw beef in walk in and raw poultry over raw pork in display coolers. CDI: Items reorganized. 3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed raw meats stored over ready to eat products in display coolers. CDI: Items reorganized. REPEAT VIOLATION
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed meat trays stored under boxes used for donation food. CDI: Boxes relocated to ensure no contamination of trays.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed some trash bags and other items stored outside of dumpster. Items are not from the store and likely neighborhood trash.

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Jun 26, 2020 A 97 · 3 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager - C PIC at time of inspection is not a certified food protection manager. No store management present with food safety certification. Assistant manager who is certified food protection manager is not working today.
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed raw beef burgers stored directly above plant based burgers in customer display cooler. CDI - manager reorganized cooler so that plant based items on top
#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 hand sink near 3 part sink hanging slanted on wall such that water accumulates and stands in basin - moldy buildup present. Repair sink for proper drainage and clean. REPEAT Observed walk in cooler gaskets detached/hanging from door. Door appears to have damage around handle area and bottom corners. Repair door and/or gaskets to allow for proper sealing. REPEAT

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Jan 30, 2020 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 split gaskets to both the walk in cooler and walk in freezer door. Have replaced. Observed the hand sink next to the walk in cooler where it is not fully attached to the wall creating water to buildup in the sink compartment. Have repaired.

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Apr 25, 2019 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Jan 4, 2019 A 99 · 2 violations
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
3-307.11 Protect food from contamination sources not specifically noted by code. Observed buildup on tables attached to heat sealers from leaking packages of chicken, per food employee. PIC could not state cleaning schedule for these tables. -1-
#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 dark buildup on floor in cold room under prep table and shelving. -0-

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Oct 9, 2018 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed meat debris on meat trays stored over the cutting table in the meat room. -.5-

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Jun 12, 2018 A 98 · 2 violations
#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 raw meat case in defrost mode and foods cold holding at 49-63F. See temperature chart above. Ambient air thermometers were 49-51 in this section of the meat display. CDI - PIC instructed meat department manager to take warmer meats out of the case until case recovers. Meats were F 15 minutes after defrost cycle over. Maintenance on-site during inspection and case serviced during the inspection to put defrost cycle at a different time of day. -1.5-
#51 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied and cleaned −0.5
6-302.11 Supply toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed no tissue in the rear women's restroom stall. -.5-

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Dec 22, 2017 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed raw bratwurst stored directly above fully cooked, ready to eat hams. CDI- storage rearranged.
#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. Observed a torn plastic curtain at the entryway to the walk in cooler. Cooler curtain was removed during inspection.

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Aug 30, 2017 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate the different types of raw animal foods. -P Observed raw chicken drumsticks stored above pork loins in the walk in cooler and chicken kebabs stored above steak pinwheels at the customer cold wall. CDI- storage rearranged.
#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 chicken filets and ribeye steaks cold holding above 45F at the customer cold wall (see chart). CDI- items were relocated to the walk in cooler for cooling.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed a torn plastic cooler curtain at the entrance to the walk in cooler.

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May 5, 2017 A 99 · 1 violation
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-201.11 Store toxic materials to avoid contamination. -P Observed a sanitizer bottle stored above ground pork on a prep. table. CDI- spray bottle was relocated.

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Jan 20, 2017 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Aug 17, 2016 A 98 · 2 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. -Pf Observed no soap at handwash sink. CDI-Empty container was replaced with a new soap container. 5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Upon entering, observed a plastic container stored on top of the hand wash sink. CDI-The container was moved.
#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 door and gaskets to the walk in cooler damaged. Needs to be repaired or replaced.

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Apr 27, 2016 A 98.5 · 1 violation
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate the different types of raw animal foods. -P Observed raw ground turkey stored over raw beef steaks in display case. CDI - PIC moved steaks. -1.5-

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Jan 8, 2016 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#42 · Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried and handled −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-903.11 Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens and packages in a clean, dry location and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed chopper blade between knife rack and wall. Removed for washing and gave instruction.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
Corrected during inspection
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed metal on cuber tines bent. Gave instruction to replace to avoid chipping blades.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed cardboard adhered to shelving in walkin. Gave instruction to remove cardboard residue.

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Sep 29, 2015 A 98 · 2 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties −2
Corrected during inspection
2-102.11 PIC demonstrates knowledge by being a certified food manager. 2-101.11 PIC shall be present during all hours of operation.-PF No PIC on duty.
#34 · Thermometers provided and accurate
4-302.12 Provide an accessible thermometer for use. Provide a thin probe thermometer for accurate measure of thin foods.-Pf

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May 15, 2015 A 100 · 0 violations

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Jan 29, 2015 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean −0.5
6-501.11 Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods - C: Repair bottom of the doorframe inside meat department cooler.

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Jul 11, 2014 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used −0.5
4-903.11 (A) and (C) Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing - C Observed aprons and clothing articles set on the single service tray supplies. Do not store items on the single service trays or other customer service items.

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Apr 28, 2014 A 96 · 4 violations
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B) Potentially Hazardous Food (Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food), Hot and Cold Holding - P Observed numerous raw meat and poultry items out of proper temperature on some sections of the display case. The case may be malfunctioning. -CDI Out of temperature items were pulled for discard. Items were measured to be 49F-54F in the case. 45F or less is required.
#31 · Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control −0.5
Corrected during inspection
4-301.11 Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment - PF Observed numerous raw meat and poultry items out of proper temperature on some sections of the display case. The case may be malfunctioning. -CDI Out of temperature items were pulled for discard. Items were measured to be 49F-54F in the case. 45F or less is required.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
3-307.11 Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination - C Observed improperly stored ground beef, packaged poultry, and packaged pork. Observed boxes of food stored on the floor of the freezer. Store all items properly to prevent cross contamination. Do not leave items on the floor.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −2
4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - C Observed handsink drainline to be leaking. Observed drain plug at the three compartment sink not to be sealing properly such that sanitizer will not leak out past the drain plug when the sink is full. Fix the drainlines and drain plugs such that they function properly.

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Dec 27, 2013 A 96 · 6 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties
Repeat violation
2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager Observed no documentation of approved training. This will become a 2 point deduction on January 1, 2014.
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible
Corrected during inspectionFollow-up verification required
5-205.11 Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance Observed the handsinks in the bathrooms not to be providing proper hot water. The handinks must all provide at least 100F hot water. C. Elmore will check back on the sinks on or around 1/6/2014. They must be able to provide at least 100F hot water by this date. -VR6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision Observed paper towels to not be available for use as they were stuck in the dispensers. Ensure that paper towels are always available for use. -CDI The dispesers were opened and paper towels provided.
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation Observed ground meat to be stored over other lower cook temperature items such as fish and non-ground lamb. -CDI Items were moved.
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness Observed sanitizer in spray bottle to be near 0ppm. -CDI New sanitizer was provided. Always keep sanitizer at the proper concentration. Test it often to ensure proper strength.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
3-307.11 Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination Observed a discharge from the freezer that is impacting the packaged food. Eliminate this discharge or cover the shelves such that the food on them does not continue to be impacted by the discarge.
#54 · Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-403.11 Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking/smoking Observed improperly stored personal drink on food shelf. Keep personal drinks away from the commercial food.

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Jul 12, 2013 A 99 · 4 violations
#1 · PIC present, Demonstration - Certification by accredited program, and performs duties
2-102.12 Certified Food Protection ManagerObserved no documentation of ANSI approved training for the Person In Charge (PIC).
#33 · Approved thawing methods used
3-501.13 ThawingWhen thawing fish, ensure the air-tight packaging is opened such that air can reach the tissue of the fish to prevent the growth of anaerobic bacteria.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display −1
3-307.11 Miscellaneous Sources of ContaminationObserved packaged food items set on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Food items shall be kept on approved shelving that is at least 6 inches off of the floor.
#38 · Personal cleanliness
2-303.11 Prohibition-JewelryObserved staff member to be wearing plastic and fiber braclets. Do not wear any such items from the elbow down except for simple metal band rings that have no inlays or cut-outs.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “FOOD LION #769 MARKET” or State ID 2060300232). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.