Public School Lunch · Wake County, NC

Mills Park Elementary Cafeteria

Name: Mills Park Elementary Cafeteria
Address: 509 Mills Park Dr, Wake County, NC

509 Mills Park Dr

Last inspected Sep 22, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Score 98.5

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

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9 inspections

1 - Inspection

Sep 22, 2026

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12(A) A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Handwashing sink in restroom reached a maximum temperature of 92F. Temper sink to reach at least 100F.

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 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) Top steamer compartment was nonfunctional. Bottom steamer was still in-use. Walk-in freezer had accumulations of ice forming on boxes below blower and along door. Tall reach-in cooler is nonfunctional due to inability to maintain 41F or below. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. Repair items listed. RepeatCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) Top steamer compartment was nonfunctional. Bottom steamer was still in-use. Walk-in freezer had accumulations of ice forming on boxes below blower and along door. Tall reach-in cooler is nonfunctional due to inability to maintain 41F or below. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. Repair items listed. Repeat; half-points deducted due to pending work orders.

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, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 15, 2026

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 5-202.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12; Core; Bathroom handwash sink only reached 83F. Provide at least 100F water at handwashing sinks. Work order pending.

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 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Reach-in cooler is dripping water into a bucket below the vent. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. No food currently stored in this unit. Plastic coated shelving inside this unit has been replaced since previous inspection. Repair drip so cooler remains dry and free of potential contamination. Work order is still pending. Full point not taken.

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, Apr 15, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 28, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4-601.11(A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(A); Priority Foundation; A food scoop was observed with some food residue in the clean utensil drawer. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI- scoop placed in wash basin of sink for cleaning. No points taken

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 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; Reach-in cooler is dripping water into a bucket below the vent. Plastic coated shelving inside this unit is peeling. Equipment shall be kept in good repair. No food currently stored in this unit. Replace shelving and repair drip so cooler remains dry and free of potential contamination.

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, Aug 28, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 14, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 5-202.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12; Core; All handwashing sinks reading below 100 F. A handwashing sink shall be equipped with water of at least 100 F. Facility is boiling water and mixing in a small amount of cold water for handwashing. Inspector will return to ensure handwashing sinks reach at least 100 F.

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.

More about handwashing problems

criticalCode 4-501.111Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-501.111; Priority; Manual sanitizing is performed at the 3-compartment sink. If immersion in hot water is used for sanitizing (in a manual operation); the temperature of the water must be maintained at 171 F or above in the sanitizing vat. Water temperatures in the wash and rinse vats must be 110 F or above. No hot water available throughout the facility. Facility is boiling water for sanitizing dishes and utensils. VR - Inspector will return to ensure hot water is available.

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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majorCode 5-103.11Other

Official wording

Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector’s notes

5-103.11; Priority Foundation; No hot running water throughout the facility. The PIC called in for repair. Service Request # SR938479. In the meantime; continue to boil water to clean and sanitize dishes. VR - Inspector will return Monday to verify hot running water is available. Hot water must reach at least 110 F at 3 compartment sinks.

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, Mar 14, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 9, 2024

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 9, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 23, 2024

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, Sep 23, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 10, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · 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; Ice buildup present on the walk-in freezer door; ceiling and fans. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair. Remove ice buildup as necessary and as able. If ice buildup persists; call in for repair. Additionally; the walk-in cooler door doesn't close completely. The cooler is maintaining proper temperatures; but the door should close completely. Place a work order for 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.

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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; Walk-in cooler gasket soiled with black accumulation. Surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris.

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 5-501.114Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.114; Core; The drain plug on the far-right dumpster is not fully secure. Re-secure drain 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.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 10, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 8, 2024

Score 100

Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

minorCode 5-202.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12; Core; Both handwashing sinks reached 86 F at the highest. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100 F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Technician repaired to 100 F+ during inspection.

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.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 8, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 27, 2023

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; Ice buildup present inside of the walk-in freezer on the door; ceiling; and on shelving. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair. Remove ice as able and if ice persists; place an order for 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Sep 27, 2023 · Original Source