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Martin Middle School Cafeteria

1701 Ridge Rd

Last inspected Sep 8, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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7 inspections

1 - Inspection

Sep 8, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 2-301.14 When to wash - P Food employees shall wash hands immediately before engaging in food prep or working with clean utensils and: (A) After touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and cleanHandwashing

Official wording

Hands clean & properly washed

Inspector’s notes

2-301.14 When to wash - P Food employees shall wash hands immediately before engaging in food prep or working with clean utensils and: (A) After touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean; exposed portions of arms; -Observation: after touching face; food employee proceeded to prepare chicken sandwiches. -Corrected During Inspection (CDI): after Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) addressed the violation; food employee voluntarily washed hands. 2-301.14 When to wash - P Food employees shall wash hands immediately before engaging in food prep or working with clean utensils and: (H) Before donning gloves for working with FOOD; and -Observation: food employee washed hands in the restroom; then donned gloves and proceeded to prepare chicken sandwiches. Even when washing hands in the restroom; food employee needs to wash hands before starting working with foods. -Corrected During Inspection (CDI): food employee voluntarily washed hands.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

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notedCode 4-602.11(A) Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils - Frequency - P EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be cleaned: (3) Between uses with raw fruits and vegetables and with TCS foodCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11(A) Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils - Frequency - P EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be cleaned: (3) Between uses with raw fruits and vegetables and with TCS food; (5) At any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. -Observation: can opener had accumulation and when asked how often is washed; rinsed; and sanitized Person in Charge (PIC) mentioned that they wiped down when there’s accumulation but just do the whole process of washing; rinsing; and sanitizing every other day. -Corrected During Inspection (CDI): Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) explained to Person in Charge (PIC) to wash; rinse; and sanitize every 4 hours when in use; and every time is required by the rule 4-602.11(A).

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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notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. -Observation: walk-in freezer gasket is starting to have accumulation. Make sure to clean as often as necessary to keep it clean. -Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) discussed the matter with Person in Charge (PIC).

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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notedCode REPEAT 6-501.114Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

REPEAT 6-501.114; Core; Unused; broken equipment i.e. ice machine and non-working cooler being stored in facility. Repair; replace or remove equipment that is not longer functional. The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.

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 8, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 9, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 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; Pepperoni pizza and cheese pizza holding below 135F on right service line. Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. CDI- PIC reheated pizza over 170F immediately.

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 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; Ice accumulation present in walk in freezer from condenser falling onto floor. Right line ice cream freezer lid cracked. Holding cabinet is not maintain the temperature as reflected on the digital temperature gauge. Repair the holding cabinet to maintain internal temperature above 135F (read on probe at 125F). Maintain equipment in good 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 6-501.114Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.114; Core; Unused; broken equipment i.e. ice machine and non-working cooler being stored in facility. Repair; replace or remove equipment that is not longer functional. The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. This has been mentioned in previous inspections. Repeat. Half points. PIC has diligently placed work orders for removal. Full point next inspection if not removed.

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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minorCode 5-205.15 (B)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15 (B); Core; Mop sink faucet continually running. Work order is replaced for repair. Maintain plumbing in good repair.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Feb 9, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 23, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

notedCode 6-501.114Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.114; Core; Unused; broken equipment i.e. ice machine and non-working cooler being stored in facility. Repair; replace or remove equipment that is not longer functional. The reach in cooler; per PIC is not needed as an additional reach in on the line holds what they need for service. The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. This has been mentioned in previous inspections.

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, Oct 23, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 10, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: Dented cans observed in the working stock in dry storage. CDI: Dented cans were removed from service to be returned. Ensure that any damaged cans where the hermetic seal is compromised are removed from working stock and not used when received. 3-202.15 Package Integrity (Pf) Food packaging must be in good conditionContamination

Official wording

Food in good condition; safe & unadulterated

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Dented cans observed in the working stock in dry storage. CDI: Dented cans were removed from service to be returned. Ensure that any damaged cans where the hermetic seal is compromised are removed from working stock and not used when received. 3-202.15 Package Integrity (Pf) Food packaging must be in good condition; intact and protect the food inside. Pf

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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notedCode Observation: The interior of the walk in freezer has accumulating ice on the ceiling section. The reach in refrigerator on the service line that is needed for line production is not in working condition. The can opener blade is dull and can create a physical contaminant through usage. 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) All equipment shall be maintained in good repair. (A) EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2. (B) EQUIPMENT components such as doorsCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The interior of the walk in freezer has accumulating ice on the ceiling section. The reach in refrigerator on the service line that is needed for line production is not in working condition. The can opener blade is dull and can create a physical contaminant through usage. 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) All equipment shall be maintained in good repair. (A) EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2. (B) EQUIPMENT components such as doors; seals; hinges; fasteners; and kick plates shall be kept intact; tight; and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. (C) Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate FOOD when the container is opened.

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 Observation: The refuse dumpster does not contain a drain plug. This allows for wastewater to drain onto the ground and creates access to vermin (harborage conditions) 5-501.114 Using Drain Plugs (C) Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSEFacility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The refuse dumpster does not contain a drain plug. This allows for wastewater to drain onto the ground and creates access to vermin (harborage conditions) 5-501.114 Using Drain Plugs (C) Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall have drain plugs in place.

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.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Feb 10, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 15, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: The rear entrance/exit door is gapped by half-inch (1/2) at bottom disallowing for the door to seal when closedPests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The rear entrance/exit door is gapped by half-inch (1/2) at bottom disallowing for the door to seal when closed; allowing entrance of insects and/or vermin. 6-202.15; Core; Outer openings of a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (1) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors; walls; and ceilings; (2) Closed; tight-fitting windows; and (3) Solid; self-closing; tight-fitting doors.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

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minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The interior of the walk in freezer has accumulating ice on the ceiling section. The reach in refrigerator on the service line that is needed for line production is not in working condition. 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) All equipment shall be maintained in good 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
minorCode Observation: The lids on the exterior dumpsters are not closing properly allowing fo them to be open. ENsure that doors are working properlyFacility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The lids on the exterior dumpsters are not closing properly allowing fo them to be open. ENsure that doors are working properly; doors are kept closed. 5-501.113 Covering Receptacles (C) Keep dumpster; outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.

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
minorCode Observation: broken equipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: broken equipment; unused equipment:ice machine being stored in dry storage. (*Repair; replace or remove euqipment that is not longer functional and creating harborage conditions within dry storage area) 6-501.114 Maintaining Premises; Unnecessary Items and Litter (C) The PREMISES shall be free of: (A) Items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as EQUIPMENT that is nonfunctional or no longer used

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, Oct 15, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 25, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode Observation: The rear entrance/exit door is gapped by half-inch (1/2) at bottom disallowing for the door to seal when closedPests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The rear entrance/exit door is gapped by half-inch (1/2) at bottom disallowing for the door to seal when closed; allowing entrance of insects and/or vermin. 6-202.15; Core; Outer openings of a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (1) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors; walls; and ceilings; (2) Closed; tight-fitting windows; and (3) Solid; self-closing; tight-fitting doors.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode Observation: The thermometer in the hot holding cabinet poor repairCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The thermometer in the hot holding cabinet poor repair; The spatula stirrer was pitted and deteriorating/no longer cleanable. 4-502.11(A) and (C); Core;(A) UTENSILS shall be maintained in a state of repair or condition that complies with the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2 or shall be discarded. CDI: Operator discarded thermometer. spatula and replaced thermometer during inspection. (C) Ambient air temperature; water pressure; and water TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use. ; Observation: Gasket on walk in door poor repair; Hot holding cabinet is not in working condition: (remove; repair or replace)4-501.11; Core; (A) EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4 1 and 4-2. (B) EQUIPMENT components such as doors; seals; hinges; fasteners; and kick plates shall be kept intact; tight; and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. (C) Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate FOOD when the container is opened.

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 Observation: The drain plug is missing from the refuse dumpster. 5-501.114Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The drain plug is missing from the refuse dumpster. 5-501.114; Core; Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. ; Observation: The refuse dumpster is not maintained clean/accumulation of debris. 5-501.116; Core; B) Soiled receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming attractants for insects and rodents.; Observation: the lids on the dumpster are in poor repair. 5-501.15; Core; (A) Receptacles and waste handling units for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables used with materials containing FOOD residue and used outside the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be designed and constructed to have tight-fitting lids; doors; or covers.

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 25, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 17, 2023

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

criticalCode 7-201.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-201.11; Priority; Container of quat sanitizer stored on top of a service cart over single-service items. Toxic materials such as chemical cleaners shall be stored so that they cannot contaminate food; equipment; utensils; or single-service items. CDI: Sanitizer moved to lowest part of cart. Reminder to store chemicals below facility items to avoid potential contamination.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Nov 17, 2023 · Original Source

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