Public School Lunch · Wake County, NC

Salem Elementary Sch. Cafeteria

Name: Salem Elementary Sch. Cafeteria
Address: 6116 Old Jenks Rd, Wake County, NC

6116 Old Jenks Rd

Last inspected May 18, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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8 inspections

1 - Inspection

May 18, 2026

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

notedCode —Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15 (B) Leak pipe etc. not imminent threat Three compartment sink hot water leaks continuously. Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. PIC advised to have repaired.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 18, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 24, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

notedCode 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) The following pieces of equipment were observed to be damaged and require repair: milk chestCleaning 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) The following pieces of equipment were observed to be damaged and require repair: milk chest; steamer; and warming cabinet. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair to ensure proper function and sanitation. PIC has been advised of the necessary corrective actions.

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 24, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 30, 2025

Score 100

Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

notedCode —Cleaning 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) The handle on the Winston CVAP Holding Cabinet is broken. Staff uses a hammer to open door. Maintain equipment in good repair. PIC states work order was placed in January 2025.

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, May 30, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 28, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

notedCode 4-601.11(A)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(A); Priority Foundation; Observed several food scoops stored as clean with food residue under the lever arm. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI- scoops removed for cleaning.

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, Feb 28, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 5, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

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; Fans in kitchen have dust accumulation on the blades and the cage. Top of reach-in cooler is dusty. The nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean these items.

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 5, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 28, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · 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; Pink buildup present on the ice machine baffle. Ice machines shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Clean ice machine baffle.

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 4-602.13Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-602.13; Core; Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation. Surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

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 28, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 1, 2024

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-501.16(A)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1); Priority; Two trays of hamburgers and cheeseburgers holding 118-120 F in the hot box. TCS (Time/Temperature Control for Safety) foods held hot shall maintain 135 F or above. CDI - Burgers reheated to 165 F +.

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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minorCode 5-501.15Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.15; Core; One lid on the bright green dumpster is completely broken off. PIC placed an order for replacement and contacted the trash company during inspection. Replace lid. Outside receptacles shall have tight-fitting lids.

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 1, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 28, 2023

Score 99

Official score: 99 · 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 in the kitchen reading 76-78 F. A handwashing sink shall be equipped with water of at least 100 F. Repair handwashing sinks to maintain 100 F minimum.

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.