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Park Alumni Center

2450 Alumni Dr

Last inspected Sep 30, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Park Alumni Center last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 30, 2026. The result listed by Wake County Environmental Services was “Score 98” (official score 98).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 3 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 8 inspections on record, from Jan 12, 2024 to Sep 30, 2026.
Has Park Alumni Center ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 8 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 12, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

8 inspections

1 - Inspection

Sep 30, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - SeparationOther

Official Wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s Notes

3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation; Packaging; and Segregation (P): Ground beef patties stored over raw salmon flanks inside reach-in cooler. CDI: Food reordered based on final cook temperature.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode —Food source and labeling

Official Wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s Notes

General Comment: Please ensure that foods removed from the freezer and thawed for use have an updated date marking that reflects the date frozen and the date thawed for accurate date marking tracking. No points taken.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

notedCode 4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dustCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s Notes

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. Hood ventilation system over grill station in need of thorough cleaning. Significant ice build-up observed inside grill line reach-in freezer.

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, Sep 30, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 12, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s Notes

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. (Pf): Meat slicer with visible food debris on all food-contact surfaces. Staff stated slicer has not been cleaned since its prior use the day before. CDI: Slicer disassembled and cleaning begun during inspection.

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 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s Notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C): Minor dust accumulation around ceiling vents and surrounding tiles.

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, Mar 12, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 18, 2025

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode —Other

Official Wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s Notes

3-302.11(A)(1) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods and washed/unwashed fruits and vegetables. (P): Two plastic container of strawberries stored in direct physical contact with a flat of raw shell eggs. CDI: Strawberries were removed by PIC during inspection.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode 4-703.11 After cleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s Notes

4-703.11 After cleaning; equipment; food contact surfaces; and utensils shall be sanitized using an approved method. (P): Thermal disk reaching 150° after several attempts. Final rinse gauged noted to reach 192° and excess water was observed around the machine. CDI: EcoLab contacted; dishes will be manually sanitized until repair.

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 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; Metal containers stored stacked and unable to drain. Water was observed trapped inside each one as inspector pried them apart. Equipment and utensils shall be stored in a clean; dry location; and covered or inverted.

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 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s Notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C): Dust accumulation around ceiling vents and surrounding tiles.

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, Sep 18, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 14, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.18 Discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expiredFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s Notes

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): Creme fresh dated 4/30; house made Stracciatella; cooked pineapple red-pepper salsa; and Cuban ham all dated 5/7; house made caesar dressing dated 4/17 all held past their 7-day hold date. CDI: Food discarded during inspection.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

notedCode 4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dustCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s Notes

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 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s Notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C): Very minor dust accumulation around ceiling vents and surrounding tiles.

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

Dec 3, 2024

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

1 recorded violation

notedCode 3-302.11Other

Official Wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s Notes

3-302.11; Priority; Raw bacon are stored above greenbeans in the upright refrigeration unit. Store food according to final cook temperatures in refrigeration and freezer units. CDI: The bacon was moved to the bottom shelf.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Dec 3, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 13, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-501.18Food source and labeling

Official Wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s Notes

3-501.18; Priority; Hot-pickled red onions held past their 7-day hold (Dated 9/4). Food shall be discarded if it exceeds the temperature and time that is appropriately marked with a date of day that exceeds a temperature and time combination. CDI: Food discarded. EC Wall discussed using a cold-pickling method that would allow for longer shelf-life.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

minorCode 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s Notes

3-304.12; Core; Cups used as scoops inside dry-storage containers in dry-storage area. Utensils shall be stored with their handles above the top of the food container.

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

minorCode 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; Plates stored with their food contact-surface upward facing on shelving over prep line. Equipment and utensils shall be stored in a clean; dry location; and covered or inverted.

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

minorCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s Notes

6-501.12; Core; Dust build-up around ceiling vents in main kitchen area. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

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, Sep 13, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 11, 2024

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B)Food temperature

Official Wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s Notes

3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; TCS items (tomatoes; lettuce; etc.) on burger make line across from grill station are holding above 41F. TCS items shall be maintained cold at 41F or below. CDI: Facility put on a 4-hour time hold for this make line.

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

minorCode 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s Notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Build-up inside cooler gaskets. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Please have gaskets cleaned or replaced as needed.

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, Jun 11, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 12, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode 2-303.11Employee health and hygiene

Official Wording

Personal cleanliness

Inspector’s Notes

2-303.11; Core; Two employees are wearing watches. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band; while preparing food; food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands.

In Plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

minorCode 3-304.12Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s Notes

3-304.12; Core; Ice scoop stored in a container with food debris. Store utensils in a clean and dry location. The container and scoops were washed once REHS spoke to PIC.