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Wake Forest Middle Cafeteria

1800 S Main St

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

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The full inspection history

7 inspections

1 - Inspection

Sep 16, 2026

Score 96.5

Official score: 96.5 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: The entire old warewash area of cafeteria is full of old broken equipment. This has become a rodent harborage area. All broken and old equipment needs to be removed from the cafeteria. DustCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The entire old warewash area of cafeteria is full of old broken equipment. This has become a rodent harborage area. All broken and old equipment needs to be removed from the cafeteria. Dust; debris; and rodent feces are building up all around this area and staff is not able to access this area to clean. 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C)

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 Observation: Burgers in hot hold cabinet are not being maintained at 135F. They are holding at 127F. 3-501.16 (A)(1) Except during preparationFood temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Burgers in hot hold cabinet are not being maintained at 135F. They are holding at 127F. 3-501.16 (A)(1) Except during preparation; cooking; or cooling; or when TPHC is used; TCS FOOD shall be maintained at 135°F or above; except that roasts may be held at 130°F or above. P CDI: Burgers were reheated.

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 Observation: Milk in the milk cooler at the line were holding between 50F and 55F. 3-501.16 (A)(2) Except during preparationFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Milk in the milk cooler at the line were holding between 50F and 55F. 3-501.16 (A)(2) Except during preparation; cooking; or cooling; or when TPHC is used TCS FOOD shall be maintained at 41F or less. P CDI: Milk was removed and discarded. Milk will be held on ice during serving times until cooler is repaired.

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
notedCode Observation: Dust is building up on the hood. Mouse feces and other debris are building up behind old broken equipment that has been sitting in the kitchen for an extended period of time. 4-601.11(C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dustCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Dust is building up on the hood. Mouse feces and other debris are building up behind old broken equipment that has been sitting in the kitchen for an extended period of time. 4-601.11(C) NonFOOD-CONTACT 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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notedCode Observation: Multiple tiles throughour the kitchen are broken or cracked and need to be replace. 6-101.11 Surface Characteristics Indoor Areas (A)Except as specified in par. (B) of this sectionCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Multiple tiles throughour the kitchen are broken or cracked and need to be replace. 6-101.11 Surface Characteristics Indoor Areas (A)Except as specified in par. (B) of this section; materials for indoor floor; wall; and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use shall be: (1) SMOOTH; durable; and EASILY CLEANABLE for areas where FOOD ESTABLISHMENT operations are conducted; (2) Closely woven and EASILY CLEANABLE carpet for carpeted areas; and (3) Nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as FOOD preparation areas; walk-in refrigerators; WAREWASHING areas; toilet rooms; MFU SERVICING AREAS; and areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods. (B) In a TEMPORARY FOOD ESTABLISHMENT: (1) If graded to drain; a floor may be concrete; machine-laid asphalt; or dirt or gravel if it is covered with mats; removable platforms; duckboards; or other APPROVED materials that are effectively treated to control dust and mud; and (2) Walls and ceilings may be constructed of a material that protects the interior from the weather and windblown dust and 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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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Sep 16, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 4, 2026

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Numerous pieces of equipment that are not in good repair or being used are being stored in the ware wash room. This equipment should be removed. 4-501.11 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: Hood has dust building up on it. Debris is building up below racks in storage room and below cooking equipment in the kitchen. 4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dustCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Hood has dust building up on it. Debris is building up below racks in storage room and below cooking equipment in the kitchen. 4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust; food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

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 4, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 12, 2026

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Handwashing

Official wording

Hands clean & properly washed

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Employee drank out of personal drink and handled food utensils afterwards with our washing hands. 2-301.14 When to Wash (P) CDI: Hands were washed.

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 Observation: Floor tiles are popping up below racks in storage room. 6-101.11/6-201.11 FloorsCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Floor tiles are popping up below racks in storage room. 6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors; walls and ceilings shall be designed; constructed; and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

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, Jan 12, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 22, 2025

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Broken and unused equipment is building up in the storage area and should be removed. 4-501.11 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.

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notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVATION: Debris is building up behind broken or unused equipment. 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

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, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 24, 2025

Score 98

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode —Food temperature

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Hot dogs in hot hold unit #1 were holdin at 16 to 125F. 3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P CDI: Hot dogs were removed from hot hold and reheated.

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
notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Multiple pieces of equipment are no longer fuctional and are be stored in the back of the kitchen. They should be repaired or removed. 4-501.11 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
minorCode Observation: Hood has dust build up. 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) 4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dustCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Hood has dust build up. 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) 4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust; food residue or debris.4-602.13 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: Tiles in the dry storage room are peeling up and are no longer smooth and easily cleanable. 6-101.11/6-201.11 FloorsCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Tiles in the dry storage room are peeling up and are no longer smooth and easily cleanable. 6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors; walls and ceilings shall be designed; constructed; and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

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 24, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 12, 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, Apr 12, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Dec 14, 2023

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 14, 2023 · Original Source

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