Public School Lunch · Wake County, NC

Harris Creek Elem. School Lunchroom

Name: Harris Creek Elem. School Lunchroom
Address: 3829 Forestville Rd, Wake County, NC

3829 Forestville Rd

Last inspected Jun 1, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Score 99.5

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8 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jun 1, 2026

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.16Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16; Priority; Observed carrots at steam table that were 90 degrees F.- Items stored for hot holding shall maintain a temperature of 135 degrees F or higher.- CDI; carrots voluntarily discarded and steam table adjusted

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.

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notedCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Observed multiple cracks and peeling paint/wall paper throughout the kitchen.- Physical facilities shall be in good repair.- Please repair the items listed.

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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 1, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 5, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

majorCode 5-103.11(B)Other

Official wording

Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector’s notes

5-103.11(B); Priority Foundation; No hot water in the cafeteria.- Hot water shall be provided to meet the peak demands of the establishment.- Not corrected; this item has until November 14th; 2025 to have the violation corrected or an intent to suspend the permit will be given.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Observed multiple cracks and peeling paint/wall paper throughout the kitchen.- Physical facilities shall be in good repair.- Please repair the items listed.

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, Nov 5, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 13, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; Observed pink/black residue on ice chute of ice machine.- In enclosed components of equipment such as ice machines must be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.- Increase cleaning of ice machine interior.

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 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Observed multiple cracks and peeling paint/wall paper throughout the kitchen.- Physical facilities shall be in good repair.- Please repair the items listed.

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 13, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 17, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

notedCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Observed dusty hood ventilation filters. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Increase cleaning 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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 22, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; Observed pink residue on ice chute of ice machine. In enclosed components of equipment such as ice machines must be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Increase cleaning of ice machine interior.

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

minorCode 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 ice build-up due to leaking compressor in walk in freezer; and tape on squeeze guard on front serving line. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Repair leaking compressor and replace squeeze guard.

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, Aug 22, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 2, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode 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 ice build-up due to leaking compressor in walk in freezer; tape on squeeze guard on front serving line and light bulb on blown on hot side of serving line. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Repair leaking compressor. Replace squeeze guard and light bulb.

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

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; Observed soiled shelving in walk-in cooler. Non food contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Increase cleaning on this surface.

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

minorCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Observed milk spillage on floor in walk-in cooler and dusty hood ventilation filters. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Increase cleaning 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 2, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 12, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

minorCode 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 ice build-up due to leaking compressor in walk in freezer. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Repair leaking compressor.

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, Feb 12, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 15, 2023

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode 2-102.12 (A)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A); Core; No person in charge with certified food protection manager certification (CFPM) was present during inspection. Cafeteria manager recently left and assistant cafeteria manager stated she is waiting be registered for CFPM course by the school. At least one supervisor/manager shall be a certified food protection manager by passing a test (such as ServSafe) that is part of an ANSI accredited program. CDI-CFPM courses emailed to assistant manager.

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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minorCode 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; Observed a slight pink residue on ice chute of ice machine. In enclosed components of equipment such as ice machines must be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Increase cleaning of ice machine interior.

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

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; Observed a soiled few shelves in walk-in cooler. Non food contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Increase cleaning 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Nov 15, 2023 · Original Source

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