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Taco Bell #1872

Name: Taco Bell #1872
Address: 6404 Glenwood Ave, Wake County, NC

6404 Glenwood Ave

Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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9 inspections

1 - Inspection

Aug 19, 2026

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: The cooked potatoes on the hot line was not marked for time control (2hrs) for discardedOther

Official wording

Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The cooked potatoes on the hot line was not marked for time control (2hrs) for discarded; PIC was able to demonstrate knowledge and placed correct time on magnet strips; 3-501.19(B) If TPHC is used for up to a maximum of 4 hours: (1) Except as specified in (B)(2); the FOOD shall be <41F when removed from cold holding; or >135F when removed from hot holding; P (3) The FOOD shall be identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the time when the FOOD is removed from temp control; Pf (4) The FOOD shall be cooked and served; served; or discarded; within 4 hours of removal from temp control; P and

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

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notedCode Observation: Some flies observed in dining room/kitchen end todayPests

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Some flies observed in dining room/kitchen end today; The drive thru service window does not have a self-closing device or air cutain to prevent entrance of flying insects. 6-202.15 Outer Openings; Protected (C) 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 (D) Except as specified in (B) and (E) of this section; if the windows or doors are kept open the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by screens; air curtains; or other effective means

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

notedCode Observation: The walk in refrigerator door is in poor repair - paint peeling (top interior section)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The walk in refrigerator door is in poor repair - paint peeling (top interior section); missing cap on door with large hole (interior) and the galvinized plate tacked to the front of the door is peeling away. Repair or replace door.; The hot plate warmers are separated from the base plate and are no longer cleanable on both production service lines (Debris is beginning to accumulated on hot plate warmers where connected to base); The condensing line in walk in freezer is leaking down back freezer wall/floor (accumulating heavy ice); All equipment shall be kept in good repair. 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) 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 Observation: Old boardFacility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Old board; equipment pieces and leaf litter around in dumpster corral; Increase cleaning in these areas. 5-501.115 Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C) Dumpster corrals and garbage storage areas shall be maintained free of unnecessary items; such has unused equipment; and clean.

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: The tiles in the kitchen are beginning to deteriorateCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The tiles in the kitchen are beginning to deteriorate; small holes are forming into varying tiles; cove base tiles adjacent/under dish sink broken; grout is missing in some areas where debris is accumulating. Plan for tile replacment/repair and grout fill to ensure floors can be cleaned. 6-501.11 Repairing - Premises; Structures; Attachments; and Fixtures - Methods (C) Floors; walls; and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observation: Ceiling tiles/HVAC vents are covered with dust/debris. 6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C) (A)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, Aug 19, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 29, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: The walk in refrigerator door is in poor repair - paint peeling (top interior section)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

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 —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice chute (rear section) next to drive thru window has heavy microbial load buildup - Increase cleaning in these areas. 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently 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

notedCode Observation: The base of the toilets and the handsinks observed unclean - Increase clenaing int hese areas to repclude buildup. 6-501.18 Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C) Maintain handwashing sinksCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The base of the toilets and the handsinks observed unclean - Increase clenaing int hese areas to repclude buildup. 6-501.18 Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C) Maintain handwashing sinks; toilets and urinals 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

notedCode Observation: The tiles in the kitchen are beginning to deteriorateCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Apr 29, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 24, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode —Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The PIC nor staff carry a CFM (certified food manager) certification. Ensure there is a person on site during all hours of operation that is a certified food manager. 2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) (A) The PERSON IN CHARGE shall be a certified FOOD protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an ACCREDITED PROGRAM

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

notedCode —Other

Official wording

Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The hot fries and fried chicken observed without times being marked ont he food product. CDI: This was corrected during inspection by placing times on products - had just been prepared during beginning of inspection. Temperatures observed at 189F and 174F. 3-501.19 Time as a Public Health Control (P) (Pf) (B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf

In plain English

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

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notedCode Observation: The wash basin water had debris and food particles floating in the waterCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The wash basin water had debris and food particles floating in the water; CDI: Operator drained and refilled the wash basin during inspection. Discussed that when wash basin water has debris; should be changed often. **REPEAT** 4-501.18 Warewashing Equipment; Clean Solutions (C) Maintain wash; rinse; and sanitize solutions clean. Observation: The temperature of the wahs solution was found at 89F; CDI: Operator drained wash basin to refill with fresh; hot water (123F) 4-501.19 Manual Warewashing Equipment; Wash Solution Temperature (Pf) The temperature of the wash solution in manual WAREWASHING EQUIPMENT shall be maintained at not less than 43oC (110oF) or the temperature specified on the cleaning agent manufacturer's label instructions

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 overhead door on the cardboard recycle container is in poor repair and does not close flat due to repair on hinge. 5-501.111 AreaFacility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The overhead door on the cardboard recycle container is in poor repair and does not close flat due to repair on hinge. 5-501.111 Area; Enclosures and Receptacles; Good Repair (C) Storage areas; enclosures; and receptacles for REFUSE; recyclables; and returnables shall be maintained in good repair.

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

notedCode Observation: The tiles on the food production line are beginnin gto deteriorateCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The tiles on the food production line are beginnin gto deteriorate; grout is missing in some areas where debris is accumulating. Plan for tile replacment/repair and grout fill to ensure floors can be cleaned. 6-501.11 Repairing - Premises; Structures; Attachments; and Fixtures - Methods (C) Floors; walls; and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents 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

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Nov 24, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jul 15, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: The wlka in refrigerator door is in poor repair - paint peeling (top interior section)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The wlka in refrigerator door is in poor repair - paint peeling (top interior section); missing cap on door with large hole (interior) and the galvinized plate tacked to the front of the door is peeling away. Repair or replace door. 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C) 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 Observation: The wash basin water had debris and food particles floating in the waterCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

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 Observation: Various trash items in and around dumpsters in corralFacility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Various trash items in and around dumpsters in corral; landscape debris behind recycle bin. Maintain this area clean. 5-501.115 Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C) A storage area and enclosure for REFUSE; recyclables; or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items; as specified under § 6-501.114; and clean.

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

notedCode Observation: Areas around ventilation inlets have dust/debris. Appearsfilters at intake make have been removed increasing accumulaiton in these areas. 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Areas around ventilation inlets have dust/debris. Appearsfilters at intake make have been removed increasing accumulaiton in these areas. 6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C) Floors; walls; ceilings including the attachments such as soap; towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure.

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, Jul 15, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 11, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode 3-304.12 In-Use UtensilsEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.12 In-Use Utensils; Between-Use Storage (C); Tongs were found being stored on an oven handle in an area where they can easily be contacted by employee pants/legs. In-use utensils shall be stored in a clean portion of the food prep table area where they are not exposed to potential contamination.

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 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; Observed clean dishes being stacked together while wet. After being cleaned; equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self draining position that allows air drying.

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 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C)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); Ice is building/condensing from the walk-in freezer condenser. Employees have empty containers placed above food items to catch the ice when it falls. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Address issue/leak causing the ice buildup from the condenser.

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 4-601.11 (B) and (C) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C); Walk-in cooler fans have interior dust buildup. Non food contact surfaces shall be kept free of soil residue and other debris. Clean fans more frequently.

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 11, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 11, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 2-401.11 EatingEmployee health and hygiene

Official wording

Proper eating; tasting; drinking or tobacco use

Inspector’s notes

2-401.11 Eating; Drinking; or Using Tobacco (C); Employee beverages were found being stored above food items in the kitchen area. Employees may drink from a closed beverage if it is stored in an area that prevent potential contamination of food or clean equipment. CDI- Beverages were removed.

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

notedCode 4-601.11 (A) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (Pf); Two pans being stored as clean had minor food residue remaining on them. Food contact surfaces shall be kept clean to sight and touch. CDI- Dishes were taken to the 3 compartment sink to be cleaned. Deductions will be taken if this item is repeated.

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 11, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 13, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core; Grout was missing on some areas of the floor. Physical facilities shall be maintained in a state of 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 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; Repeat; Observed clean dishes being stacked together while wet. After being cleaned; equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self draining position that allows air drying.

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 4-602.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11; Core; Soda nozzle found with black residue buildup inside. Food contact surfaces of equipment such as ice bins and soda nozzles shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent buildup of soil 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 3-501.19Other

Official wording

Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

3-501.19; Priority Foundation; Time stamps were not written on food being held on time as a public health control (TPHC) to start the day. If TPHC is used; the time that the food was removed from temperature control shall be written so that employees know when to discard the food. CDI- PIC place time stamps on food items. Deductions will be taken if this item is repeated.

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, Jun 13, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Feb 12, 2024

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

majorCode 6-301.12Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.12; Priority Foundation; Observed paper towels missing at hand sink across from 3 comp sink. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: (A) Individual; disposable towels. Item replaced.

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.

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core; Observed soiled wiping cloths not submerged in sanitizer solution. Wet or soiled wiping cloths shall be submerged in a sanitizer solution in between uses. Solution replaced.

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 4-901.11Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled

Inspector’s notes

4-901.11; Core; Observed several metal pans stacked inside of each other; wet nesting. #44 Drying clean dishes with wiping cloths After cleaning and Sanitizing; equipment and utensils: (A) Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining. ; 4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; Observed clean spatula stored directly on soiled grill surface on top of the tortilla press. Cleaned and sanitized equipment; utensils; linens; and single service articles or single use articles shall be stored: (1) In a clean; dry location; (2) Where they are not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination; and (3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor.

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 5-205.15Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15; Core; Observed slow draining hand sink across from front registers. A plumbing system shall be: (A) Repaired according to law and (B) Maintained 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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Feb 12, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Oct 17, 2023

Score 96

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode 5-501.13Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.13; Core; Observed trash stored directly inside roller bin without a can liner; observed trash/liquid sitting in the bottom of the can. Plastic bags and wet strength paper bags may be used to line receptacles for storage inside the food establishment. Obtain can liners.

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

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A); Core; Food protection manager was not available during the inspection. The PIC shall be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program. At least one manager shall be available during all hours of operation. List of testing sites sent via email.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

majorCode 6-301.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.11; Priority Foundation; Observed automatic soap dispenser in dish area not in working order.Each handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid; powder; or bar soap. bottle of soap provided.

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.

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation;Observed several sticky food residue/ greasy lexan pans stored as clean on drying racks. Observed container of soiled squeeze bottle lids. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch- items placed in 3 comp sink.

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 17, 2023 · Original Source