Public School Lunch · Wake County, NC

Wildwood Forest Elem. Sch. Cafeteria

Name: Wildwood Forest Elem. Sch. Cafeteria
Address: 8401 Wildwood Forest Dr, Wake County, NC

8401 Wildwood Forest Dr

Last inspected Sep 14, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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8 inspections

1 - Inspection

Sep 14, 2026

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B); Priority - Cheese pizza was at 48-49F in walk-in cooler on speed rack. Pizza temperature was elevated although PIC stated it had been taken from freezer earlier this morning; and other foods in walk-in were 41F or less. Milk in carton in milk cooler at serving line was 43F. Unless actively preparing; serving or cooling; cold TCS* foods shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI by properly refrigerating milk and voluntarily discarding pizza.

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 3-501.17(A)(B)(D)Food source and labeling

Official wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s notes

3-501.17(A)(B)(D); Priority Foundation - Cheese slices that had been reheated and cooled from three days ago had no dates (food had been kept in freezer). Ready-to-eat TCS foods kept more than 24 hours shall have dates. CDI by voluntarily discarding pizza.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

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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 - (REPEAT) Upright refrigerator had torn door gaskets; and walk-in cooler door gasket was detached. One mobile push cart was damaged. Food service equipment shall be kept in good repair; and seals shall be intact and tight. Replace damaged items above with similar approved equipment. 4-502.11 (A) and (C); Core - (REPEAT) Some laminate sheet trays were chipped/damaged. Food service utensils shall be kept in good repair. Discard damaged 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.

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notedCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core - (REPEAT) Observed dusty ventilation hood vent holes and ceiling vent grate in bathroom. Floor under serving line had soil build-up. Many kitchen ceiling tiles were soiled/discolored. Physical facilities shall be kept clean. Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces/fixtures 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.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Sep 14, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 27, 2026

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4-205.10Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-205.10; Core - Several black milk crates were used as shelves to elevate boxes of food and disposable food containers above the floor in walk-in freezer and other storage areas. Crates are not approved "shelving"..Except for microwave ovens; mixers; toasters; water heaters and vent hoods; food service equipment shall meet ANSI/NSF certification or equivalent...To elevate food above the floor; use existing approved metal racks or shelves or obtain additional approved equipment. 4-501.11; Core - (REPEAT) Upright refrigerator had torn door gaskets; and one gasket was detached. Top door handle on one hot holding cabinet was broken off...Food service equipment shall be kept in good repair; and seals shall be intact and tight...Replace damaged items above with similar approved equipment. 4-502.11 (A) and (C); Core - (REPEAT) A few laminate sheet trays were chipped/damaged...Food service utensils shall be kept in good repair...Discard damaged 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.

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notedCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core - (REPEAT) Walk-in freezer and cooler floor panels were upraised at the seams; and some ice had accumulated on tray under freezer evaporator lines. Interior sides of floor sink drain was rusty/damaged. One light fixture in walk-in cooler was dim and not illuminating properly. Mop sink room had one missing ceiling panel...Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair...Repair/replace damaged or missing surfaces/fixtures above. Repair any condensation leaks in walk-in freezer. 6-501.12; Core - (REPEAT) Observed dusty ventilation hood vent holes; and ceiling vent grate in bathroom. Flooring under servling line had soil build-up. Many kitchen ceiling tiles and some light shields were soiled/discolored. Flooring in walk-in cooler was soiled...Physical facilities shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces/fixtures 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.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Apr 27, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 13, 2026

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4-205.10Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

4-205.10; Core - Several black milk crates were used as shelves to elevate boxes of food above the floor in walk-in cooler. Crates are not approved "shelving"..Except for microwave ovens; mixers; toasters; water heaters and vent hoods; food service equipment shall meet ANSI/NSF certification or equivalent...To elevate food above the floor; use existing approved metal racks or shelves or obtain additional approved equipment. 4-501.11; Core - (REPEAT) Some wire shelving and racks in walk-in cooler were peeling/worn. Milk cooler by serving line had torn gaskets...Food service equipment shall be kept in good repair; and seals shall be intact and tight...Replace damaged items above with similar approved equipment. 4-502.11 (A) and (C); Core - (REPEAT) Some laminate sheet trays were chipped/damaged...Food service utensils shall be kept in good repair...Discard damaged 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.

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notedCode 5-501.114Facility maintenance

Official wording

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector’s notes

5-501.114; Core - Trash dumpster drain hole had missing plug...Trash/recycling receptacles with drains shall have plugs in place...Have solid waste company replace missing dumpster 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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notedCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core - (REPEAT) Walk-in freezer floor was upraised at the seams; and some ice had accumulated on floor (from condensation leak?). Interior sides of floor sink drains were rusty and some had damaged or detached/peeling metal...Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair...Repair damaged surfaces/fixtures above. Repair any condensation leaks in walk-in freezer. 6-501.12; Core - (REPEAT) Observed dusty ventilation hood vent holes; and ceiling vent grate in bathroom. Flooring under servling line had soil build-up. Many kitchen ceiling tiles and some light shields were soiled/discolored...Physical facilities shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces/fixtures 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.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 13, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 24, 2025

Score 97.5

Official score: 97.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3-202.11 (A)Food temperature

Official wording

Food received at proper temperature

Inspector’s notes

3-202.11 (A); (B); (C); (D); Priority - Yogurt cups were delivered by supplier at 49F...TCS* foods shall be received (delivered) at 41F or less or 135F or above except raw eggs may be received at 45F or less...CDI by rapidly cooling down yogurt. NOTE: Remember that person in charge (PIC) should be checking temperatures of TCS* foods when delivered to ensure they are received at 41F or less. The PIC does have the ability to refuse or return food that is not delivered at proper temperatures.

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notedCode 4-502.11(B)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-502.11(B); Priority Foundation - One metal stemmed dial top food probe thermometer read 10F at room temperature...Metal stemmed food probe thermometers shall be properly calibrated and shall be accurate to plus or minus 2 degrees F...CDI by voluntarily discarding thermometer (another accurate probe thermometer was available to use).

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.

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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 - Some shelving in walk-in cooler and freezer were worn. Upright refrigerator door and milk cooler had torn gaskets...Food service equipment shall be kept in good repair; and seals shall be intact and tight...Replace damaged items above with similar approved equipment. 4-502.11 (A) and (C); Core - A few laminate sheet trays were chipped/damaged; and some food containers were cracked...Food service utensils shall be kept in good repair...Discard damaged 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

notedCode 6-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11; Core - A few wall corners/edges were damaged. Interior sides of floor sink drains were rusty and some had damaged or detached/peeling metal...Physical facilities shall be kept in good repair...Repair damaged surfaces/fixtures above. 6-501.12; Core - Observed dusty surfaces on exterior backs of ovens; ventilation hood vent holes; and ceiling vent grate in bathroom. Many kitchen ceiling tiles were soiled/discolored...Physical facilities shall be kept clean...Increase cleaning frequency of surfaces/fixtures 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, Sep 24, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 3, 2025

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, Mar 3, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Sep 16, 2024

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

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

Official wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16(A)(1) ; Priority; Observed two trays of cheese sticks with temperatures below 135F in hot hold cabinet (see temperature chart above). TCS(Time/Temperature Control for Safety) foods shall be maintained at 135F or above. CDI-Cheese sticks were reheated to 173-201F during inspection.

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Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Sep 16, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 8, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode 3-501.15Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector’s notes

3-501.15; Core; Observed salads cooling in reach-in fridge tightly covered with lid and stored on top of ice (not fully submerged). When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment; food in food containers being cooled shall be loosely covered or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination. CDI-by educating and changing cooling methods.

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minorCode 3-305.11Contamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11; Core; Observed a bag of potatoes stored directly on the floor in dry storage room. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing at least 6 inches above the floor. Keep food elevated.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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

1 - Inspection

Jan 19, 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, Jan 19, 2024 · Original Source

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