Public School Lunch · Wake County, NC

Cedar Fork Elementary Cafeteria

1050 Town Hall Dr

Last inspected Sep 29, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Cedar Fork Elementary Cafeteria last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 29, 2026. The result listed by Wake County Environmental Services was “Score 99.5” (official score 99.5).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 2 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 7 inspections on record, from Dec 7, 2023 to Sep 29, 2026.
Has Cedar Fork Elementary Cafeteria ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 7, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

7 inspections

1 - Inspection

Sep 29, 2026

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.15Food temperature

Official Wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s Notes

3-501.15; Priority Foundation; Observed cheddar cheese cooling inside tighlty covered container. Cooling shall be accomplished by: 1) Placing the food in shallow pans (2) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions (3) Using rapid cooling equipment 1) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; or loosely covered; or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination. Covers removed.

In Plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode 5-501.114Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s Notes

5-501.114; Core; Drain plug not available on trash dumpster. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse; recyclables; and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. Contact service provider to obtain a plug.

In Plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Sep 29, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 30, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.16(A)(1)Food temperature

Official Wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s Notes

3-501.16(A)(1) ; Priority; Observed cheese burgers and popcorn chicken holding below 135F; TCS foods shall be held at 135F or greater. Items reheated to 165F.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s Notes

4-501.11; Core; Observed gasket torn on large self service cold box. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements. Repair or replace equipment.

In Plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 5-501.114Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s Notes

In Plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Apr 30, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 19, 2025

Score 100

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Dec 19, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 14, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s Notes

4-602.11; Core; Observed light black reside on white baffle inside ice machine. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers; clean equipment at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

In Plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

majorCode 4-302.12Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s Notes

4-302.12; Priority Foundation; Facilty does not have a thin probe to measure thinly sliced cut lettuce and other thin items that are prepared in this facility. A Food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods such as meat patties and fish filets. Obtain a thin probe thermometer.

In Plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

notedCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s Notes

4-501.11; Core; Observed thick frost buildup on walls of self service ice cream freezer. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements. Repair and clean this unit.

In Plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 14, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 17, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4-903.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled

Inspector’s Notes

4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; Observed large spatulas and scoops stored with food contact surfaces exposed to dust and debris inside dry storage area. Cleaned and sanitized equipment; utensils; linens; and single service articles or single use articles shall be stored: (1) In a clean; dry location; (2) Where they are not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination; and (3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor. Wash and cover items.

In Plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

notedCode 6-501.11 CoreCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s Notes

6-501.11 Core; Observed large cold box on the line not in working order. A work order was placed for the equipment on 8/26/24. Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Follow up with maintenance to ensure equipment is repaired.

In Plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection