Lenoir County restaurant ratings
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
Pizza Plus
Score: (no score listed on sheet)
4149 Hwy 11 S, Deep Run
Date: 1/28
Score: 96.5
Observations:
Observed bleach above food product in dry storage area.
Observed plastic wrap on the side of the prep unit.
Build up of mildewed food debris on gaskets.
Build up on walls and ceilings.
Accumulated grease and other debris on equipment and pizza pans.
Fries had been left on the table for 4 hours.
Little Caesars
Score: (no score listed on sheet)
111 W Vernon Avenue, Kinston
Date: 2/1
Observations:
Employees lack knowledge of employee health policy.
Establishment lacking vomit and diarrhea plan.
Employee utilized hand sanitizer between tasks.
Pizza pans, plastic containers, and cutting boards visibly soiled.
Cheese and wings in fridge were above 41F.
Several foods lacked proper date markings.
Thermometer not provided.
Unlabeled sauces and flour present.
Employees lacking proper hair/beard restraints.
Wiping cloth left on counter shelf.
Wing tongs visibly soiled.
Cleaned dishes stored in standing water/visibly soiled container.
Shelving beside 3-comp sink is visibly soiled and on the ground.
Banks Elementary Preschool
Score:: (no score listed on sheet)
2148 Falling Creek Road, Kinston
Date: 2/2
Observations:
Disinfectant is a little strong.
Floors have soil behind furniture and in hard-to-clean areas.
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