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Tj's Kitchen (Wcid #945)

1155 Timber Dr

Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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3 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jul 16, 2026

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

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

Official wording

Certified Food Protection Manager

Inspector’s notes

2-102.12 (A); Core - (REPEAT) No person in charge with food protection manager certification was present during inspection. At least one supervisor/manager or person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager (CFPM) by passing a test (such as ServSafe) that is part of an accredited program. CDI by providing information on how to become a CFPM. For classes and exams for certified food protection managers; go to ServSafe.com OR raisethegrade.com

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 2-401.11(A)Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

Proper eating; tasting; drinking or tobacco use

Inspector’s notes

2-401.11(A); Core - Observed food worker eating (with gloved hands) while preparing food. Employees shall eat and drink only in designated areas where the contamination of food; clean equipment and utensils cannot result. CDI by having worker discontinue eating while preparing food and discard contaminated gloves.

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 4-903.11(C )Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(C ); Core - (REPEAT) Disposable spoons; etc. were stored in soiled container with soiled napkin at the bottom. Box of disposable food containers were stored on floor. Single service disposable food/beverage items shall be protected from contamination and shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Keep disposable food/beverage items in clean storage containers; and do not line container with absorbent napkins. Elevate disposable containers 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
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 - Some shelving in refrigerator is starting to peel and rust; and several dry storage wire shelves are rusty. Food service equipment shall be kept in good repair. Replace damaged shelving with similar approved shelves.

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)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C); Core - (repeat) Observed soiled interior bottoms of fryers; fryer/oven exteriors; storage tubs for spices and condiments and other items; wire and solid metal shelves. Equipment nonfood contact surfaces shall be kept clean. Increase cleaning frequency of equipment and surfaces above.

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 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core - (REPEAT) Flooring; ceiling; walls and vent hood filters were soiled and/or had grease/debris build-up. Physical facilities shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces above.

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 16, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Aug 29, 2025

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode 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 food protection manager certification was present during inspection...At least one supervisor/manager or person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager (CFPM) by passing a test (such as ServSafe) that is part of an accredited program...Provide a person in charge that has their certification as a food protection manager who is present at all times during operation. NOTE: For classes and exams for certified food protection managers; go to ServSafe.com OR raisethegrade.com

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 4-203.12 (B)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-203.12 (B); Priority Foundation - Thermometer in refrigerator was damaged with a split mercury column and temperature was not accurate...Ambient air thermometers in refrigeration shall be accurate to plus or minus 3 degrees F...CDI by replacing broken thermometer with an accurate one.

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(C )Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(C ); Core - Some disposable aluminum pans were uncovered and stored with food contact sides up...Single service food/beverage items shall be protected from contamination...Store containers in original protective package or cover or invert them on clean surfaces.

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 4-601.11 (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 interior bottoms of fryers; fryer/oven exteriors; storage tubs for spices and condiments; microwave oven interiors and exteriors; shelving...Equipment nonfood contact surfaces shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of equipment and surfaces above.

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 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core - Flooring; ceiling and walls were soiled and/or had grease/debris build-up...Physical facilities shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces above.

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 29, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jun 5, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

majorCode 4-301.11Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

4-301.11; Priority Foundation; Observed ambient air temperature of reach-in fridge holding at 60F. Operator stated fridge takes a while to cool or needs freon. Equipment for cooling and heating food; and holding cold and hot food; shall be sufficient in number and capacity to provide food temperatures. Verification Required:EC will return to verify reach-in fridge is maintaining 41F or below by Friday June 14; 2024.

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
majorCode 4-302.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-302.14; Priority Foundation; Observed chlorine test strips discolored and expired. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of SANITIZING solutions shall be provided. CDI-PIC placed order during inspection.

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, Jun 5, 2024 · Original Source

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