1 - Inspection
Oct 27, 2026
Official score: 96 · Understand This Area’s Scale
7 recorded violations
Official Wording
PIC Present; demonstrates knowledge; & performs duties
Inspector’s Notes
2-102.11 - The person in charge (PIC) shall demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention; application of HACCP principles; and the requirements of this code by having no Priority violations during the current inspection; being a certified food protection manager; or by responding correctly to the inspector's questions related to the operation of the food establishment. Pf - Observed no certified food protection manager present; found priority item violations during the current inspection. Corrected during inspection (CDI); provided the PIC with information on the food protection manager courses and exam at www. servsafe.com
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
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Certified Food Protection Manager
Inspector’s Notes
2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) The PIC must be a certified food protection manager. A list of ANSI approved certified food protection manager (CFPM) classes is available at wake.gov/food. - No certified food protection manager was present during the current inspection.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
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Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s Notes
7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf) Working containers used for storing POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIALS such as cleaners and SANITIZERS taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. Pf - Observed a spray bottle of cleaner with no label. CDI - label provided.
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
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Washing fruits & vegetables
Inspector’s Notes
3-302.15 Washing Fruits and Vegetables (C) - Observed a cut half avocado with a sticker still on it. Discussed with the PIC removing the sticker during the avocado cleaning step.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector’s Notes
3-304.12 In-Use Utensils; Between-Use Storage During pauses in FOOD preparation or dispensing; FOOD preparation and dispensing UTENSILS shall be stored: (B) In non time/temperature for safety (TCS) FOOD with their handles above the top of the FOOD within containers that can be closed; such as bins of dry goods - Observed a cup with no handle stored inside the sugar bucket. CDI - The cup was removed.
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.
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Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used
Inspector’s Notes
4-101.17 Wood; Use Limitation (C). 4-101.19 Nonfood 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. - Observed wood boards installed on the flat grill as a staging board. - Observed a piece of cardboard used as a truck emergency door panel. Discussed with the PIC the use of non-absorbent material in this area
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.
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Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Inspector’s Notes
6-403.11 Designated Areas - Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking / smoking (C) - No designated area for employees' personal items within the prep cooler. CDI - The designated area for employees was created and provided. Repeat.
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 issuesOfficial record from Wake County Environmental Services, Oct 27, 2026 · Original Source