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The following inspections are performed by the Gordon County Health Department.
Grades and action explanations are as follows:
A: Food safety excellence with a numerical score of 90 to 100.
B: Satisfactory compliance with a numerical score of 80 to 89.
C: Marginal compliance with a numerical score of 70 to 79.
U: Unsatisfactory compliance with a numerical score of 69 or less.
CA=Corrective action
PIC=Person in charge
TCS= Time/temperature control for safety
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS FOOD SERVICE
135 HAMPTON DR CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 87
Last Inspection Date: 10-02-2024
VIOLATIONS:
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed tcs foods (milk and boiled eggs) above 41F without active time control at reach-in cooler. See temperature chart below. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, per discussion with CFSM food items were within time parameters. Food items were moved to another reach-in cooler to rapidly cool. Discussed filling cooler with less food items, lowering cooler temperature and monitoring temperature of cooler to ensure it is able to maintain temperature of 41F or below.
10D - food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed multiple milk containers with use by date of 09/30 and inspection performed on 10/02. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, milks were discarded. Discussed using FIFO method.
PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA #862
125 RED BUD RD STE 6 CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 99
Last Inspection Date: 09-30-2024
VIOLATIONS:
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed reach-in cooler shelving soiled with food debris. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of shelving.
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
CAPTAIN D'S #3560
463 HWY 53 E CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 88
Last Inspection Date: 09-26-2024
VIOLATIONS
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of ice machine and ice box at drive-thru soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 09/27 to verify ice machine has been cleaned to sight and touch.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed sanitizer towel container with sanitizer levels not at minimum concentration per manufacturers recommendations. 0 ppm quaternary ammonium. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, container was refilled with sanitizer solution.
10D - food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed working containers of salt and seasoning not labeled with food common name. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to label containers.
12B - personal cleanliness
511-6-1.03(5)(i) - hair restraints (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed food service employee without hair restraint involved in food preparation. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee was instructed to wear hair restraint while preparing and handling food.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed side of fryers heavily soiled with oil and food debris. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 09/27 to verify items have been cleaned to sight and touch.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of reach-in cooler and freezer heavily soiled with food debris. Prep-top cooler interior of lid heavily soiled with food debris. Reach-in cooler door opening soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 09/27 to verify items have been cleaned to sight and touch.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed ceiling by oven/steamer soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 09/27 to verify items have been cleaned.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed walk-in cooler plastic fan cover heavily soiled. AC air intake cover soiled with dust. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 09/27 to verify items have been cleaned.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed flooring under ice machine soiled with food debris. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 10/18 to verify flooring has been cleaned.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed multiple tiles at the mop sink broken or missing. Grout throughout the facility needs to be re-done to prevent water ponding and food debris from accumulating in-between tiles and allow for smooth and cleanable surface. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, workorder placed. Will perform informal inspection on 10/18 to verify.
SUPER 8 BREAKFAST
115 HAMPTON DR CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 96
Last Inspection Date: 09-25-2024
VIOLATIONS
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no soap located at the hand washing sink. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, liquid soap was placed at hand washing sink. Discussed handwashing sinks are to always have soap available for handwashing.
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no paper towels located at the hand washing sink. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, paper towels were provided at hand washing sink. Discussed paper towels to be always be readily available at handwashing sinks for proper hand drying.
RED ROOF INN & SUITES BREAKFAST
189 JAMESON ST CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 100
Last Inspection Date: 09-25-2024
For More Call: (706) 624-1440
BAYMONT INN & SUITES BREAKFAST
125 HAMPTON DR CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 96
Last Inspection Date: 09-25-2024
VIOLATIONS
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no paper towels available at handwashing sink. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, PIC provided paper towels at handwashing sink. Discussed paper towels are to always be available at handwashing sinks.
HARVI INVESTMENT LLC DBA ANERI'S MEDITERRANEAN GRILL
203 RICHARDSON RD STE 110 CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 100
Last Inspection Date: 09-24-2024
LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE
1301 LOVERS LN CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 81
Last Inspection Date: 09-23-2024
VIOLATIONS
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
511-6-1.03(5)(j)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed unapproved drinking containers (plastic water bottle and tumbler-not single service container) in the kitchen. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, containers were removed from the kitchen. Only drinking containers that can be in the kitchen must be single service cups with a lid and a straw.
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed handwashing sink by ice machine lacking hot water at minimum temperature of 100F. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, workorder placed. Will perform informal inspection on 9/26 to verify hot water (100F) is available at handwashing sink.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed ice scoop, ice scoop holder, ice box and soda gun holders at bar station soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of items. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/26 to verify items have been cleaned to sight and touch.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed ice scoop and interior of ice machine soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, workorder placed to have ice machine serviced, ice scoop taken to warewashing area to be properly cleaned. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of items. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/26 to verify items have been cleaned to sight and touch.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed soda diffusers at drink machine soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of diffusers and implement using a brush to ensure diffusers are cleaned to sight and touch.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of microwave and lemon slicer soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of microwave and lemon slicer. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/26.
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed improper cold holding of tcs food items above 41 degrees on ice bath without active time control. Green onions 50F, butter 49F, and shredded cheddar cheese 48F. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, per discussion with CFSM food items were within time parameters. CFSM chose to discard top portion of foods that were above 41F as bottom portion were at 41F. Discussed filling containers with smaller quantities of food to ensure they are maintained at temperature of 41F.
490 LLC dba Ihop 490
742 HWY 53 SE CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 85
Last Inspection Date: 09-19-2024
VIOLATIONS
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no paper towels at employee restroom. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee provided paper towels at employee restroom. Discussed restrooms always being stocked with paper towels.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed multiple food contact surfaces not cleaned to sight and touch. Observed interior of ice machine, ice scoop holders both at ice machine and at waitress station, not cleaned to sight and touch. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/23 to verify items have been cleaned to sight and touch.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed multiple food contact surfaces not cleaned to sight and touch. Multiple food containers stored as clean soiled with food debris. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, containers were taken to warewashing area to be properly washed. Discussed ensuring all food debris is removed from containers before being stored as clean.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed shelving for storage of clean dishes soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed lining shelving with plastic liner to prevent from getting damaged. Will perform informal inspection on 9/27 to verify shelving has been cleaned.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed part where mixer attaches soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed ensuring all parts of the mixer are cleaned to sight and touch.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed several damaged ceiling tiles throughout kitchen needing to be replaced. Observed damaged ceiling at clean dish storage room across from employee restroom. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, workorder placed to have ceiling tiles and ceiling replaced. Will perform informal inspection on 9/27 to verify ceiling tiles and ceiling have been replaced.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed both live and dead roaches at ice machine and throughout kitchen. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, pest control to be contacted and increase visits until pest issue is resolved. Will perform informal inspection on 9/27 to check issue.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed back door seals in disrepair. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, workorder placed to have seal replaced. Discussed importance of seal to prevent pest entry. Will perform informal inspection on 9/27 to verify.
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
NANA'S HOME COOKING
220 S WALL ST CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 92
Last Inspection Date: 09-19-2024
Violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed container of cut cucumbers and sliced tomatoes with discard date of 9/12 and inspection performed on 9/19. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, CFSM chose to discard food items. Discussed ensuring foods are not kept longer than 7 days, with day 1 being the day the food item was prepped.
12B - personal cleanliness
511-6-1.03(5)(i) - hair restraints (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed employee preparing food without a hair restraint. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee provided with hat. Discussed employees working with food to always use a hair restraint.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of reach in cooler where raw meats are stored soiled. Observed shelving used to store clean food containers soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 9/27 to verify items have been cleaned to sight and touch.
CAPTAIN D'S #3560
463 HWY 53 E CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 73
Last Inspection Date: 09-18-2024
Violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of ice machine, lid and interior of ice scoop holder heavily soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 09/20 to verify ice machine has been cleaned to sight and touch.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of microwaves soiled with food debris. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/20 to verify. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of interior of microwaves.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed container used to store clean cooking utensils soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/20 to verify. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed sanitizer towel concentration below manufacturers minimum recommendations. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to refill sanitizer concentration to manufacturers recommendations.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of ice box at drive-thru station and drink nozzles soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 9/20 to verify. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed tea nozzles at dine-in area soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency.
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed improper cold holding of TCS food item above 41 degrees without active time control. Cole slaw observed at 50 degrees in ice bath at cook line. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, per discussion with CFSM food and due to unknown time parameters CFSM chose to discard cole slaw. Discussed submerging the cole slaw container in the ice and not sitting it on-top of the ice in addition to taking temperatures to ensure temperature of 41F or below is being maintained.
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed improper hot holding of tcs foods below 135F at warmer drawer without active time control. Baked potato temperatures ranged from 110F-120F. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, per discussion with CFSM food items were past 4 hour time parameters and CFSM chose to discard baked potatoes. Discussed ensuring appropriate temperature is set on warmer cabinets.
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed several containers of potato soup not date marked. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee chose to discard food items. Discussed date marking all food items not to be used within 24 hrs.
10D - food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed condiment shakers and sugar bin not labeled with food common name. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to label containers.
12B - personal cleanliness
511-6-1.03(5)(i) - hair restraints (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed food service employee without hair restraint involved in food preparation. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee was instructed to wear hair restraint while preparing and handling food.
12B - personal cleanliness
511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed food employees wearing watches while preparing food. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employees removed watches. Discussed only hand/arm jewelry that can be worn is a plain wedding ring.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed side of fryers and table where steam well is located heavily soiled with oil and food debris. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 09/27 to verify items have been cleaned to sight and touch.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of reach-in coolers and freezers heavily soiled with food debris. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 09/27 to verify.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed exterior area of drink nozzle dispensers at both dine-in and drive-thru stations soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/20.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed wall and ceiling by ovens/steamers soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 9/27 to verify items have been cleaned.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed walk-in cooler plastic fan cover soiled with dust accumulation. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 9/27 to verify covers have been cleaned.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed AC vent covers soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection on 9/27 to verify.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed multiple tiles throughout the kitchen and at the mop sink broken or missing. Grout throughout the facility needs to be re-done to prevent water ponding, food debris from accumulating in-between tiles and allow for smooth and cleanable surface. Will perform informal inspection on 10/18 to verify.
EL CUBANO BASE OF OPERATION
609 N WALL ST STE 1 CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 100
Last Inspection Date: 09-18-2024
EL CUBANO MOBILE UNIT
609 N WALL ST CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 100
Last Inspection Date: 09-18-2024
DOMINO'S PIZZA (Red Bud)
430 RED BUD RD CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 98
Last Inspection Date: 09-17-2024
Violations
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed scoop in cornmeal container stored with handle on cornmeal. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, scoop handle was placed to have the handle above the top of the cornmeal.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of reach-in cooler under pizza topping line soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency to prevent debris accumulation.
STOCKYARD CAFÉ
2270 ROME RD CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 95
Last Inspection Date: 09-16-2024
Violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of ice machine soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of ice machine.
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
511-6-1.05(3)(b),(c) - manual warewashing, sink compartment requirement; drainboards (pf, c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed lack of 3 compartment sink for warewashing. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, workorder placed to have 3 compartment sink ordered and installed. Currently a 2 compartment sink is installed and a plastic bin is being used to sanitize utensils and food containers. Will perform informal inspection on 9/27 to verify 3 compartment sink has been installed.
BUBBLE PANDA LLC
271 HWY 53 E CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 92
Last Inspection Date: 09-16-2024
Violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no hot water at handwashing sink in food prep area. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, PIC is aware and work order has been placed to get hot water faucet repaired. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/19 to verify issue has been corrected.
12B - personal cleanliness
511-6-1.03(5)(i) - hair restraints (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed employee prepping food with no hair restraint. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee was provided with hair restraint. Discussed employees working with food are to always use a hair restraint.
12B - personal cleanliness
511-6-1.03(5)(i) - hair restraints (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed employee prepping food with no hair restraint. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee was provided with hair restraint. Discussed employees working with food are to always use a hair restraint.
WENDY'S (HWY 53)
659 HWY 53 CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 87
Last Inspection Date: 09-13-2024
Violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed chili base and beans in steam well that was not turned on. Chili reading 52F, per discussion with CFSM and time documentation chili was within time parameters. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, steam well was turned on to allow chili to cook.
10D - food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed several bags of raw beef patties with use by date of 9/12 and inspection performed on 9/13. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, CFSM discarded raw beef patties. Discussed implementing FIFO.
10D - food properly labeled; original container
511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed kids meal milk bottle stored at cooler with use by date of 9/6 and inspection performed on 9/13. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, milk bottle was discarded. Discussed implementing FIFO method.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed gaskets on multiple coolers soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of gaskets to prevent soil accumulation.
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
PANDA EXPRESS
757 HWY 53 CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 96
Last Inspection Date: 09-04-2024
Violations:
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
511-6-1.03(1)(c)2,3 - demonstration (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: CFSM could not provide documentation or otherwise satisfactorily demonstrate during the inspection, that all food employees and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report to management information about their health and activities as it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food. Corrective Action: Provided CFSM with employee health policy sheet. Informal follow-up will be performed on Friday, Sept 6 to verify employee health policy documents have been signed by employees. Educated CFSM on 5 symptoms and 6 illnesses associated with food borne illnesses.
KRYSTAL RESTAURANTS LLC
652 HWY 53 EAST SE CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 81
Last Inspection Date: 09-04-2024
Violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no paper towels available at handwashing sink at start of inspection due to paper towel dispenser not dispensing paper towels. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, roll of paper towels was provided next to handwashing sink. Discussed availability of paper towels at handwashing sinks all times.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed ice scoop holders at drive-thru soiled. Observed interior of ice box at drive-thru and front cashier station soiled. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee assigned to clean ice scoops and ice box to sight and touch. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency.
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed improper cold holding of multiple tcs food items above 41 degrees in walk-in cooler without active time control. See temperature charts. Per discussion with PIC food items were within time parameters. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, walk-in cooler door isn't being closed properly causing temperatures to rise above 41F. Discussed ensuring walk-in cooler door is properly closed at all times. After walk-in cooler door was properly closed ambient temperature was now reading 39F.
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed improper cold holding of tcs food items above 41 degrees in reach in cooler without active time control. See temperature chart. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, per discussion with PIC food items were within time parameters. Reach-in cooler is not able to maintain temperature of 41F or below and current ice bath was melted ice water. Discussed increasing frequency at which ice bath is replaced or temporary time as a public health control until cooler is repaired and able to maintain temperature of 41F or below.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed fans at front cashier station with dust accumulation. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of fans to prevent dust accumulation. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/13 to verify item has been cleaned to sight and touch.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed ice machine lid and handle soiled. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/13 to verify item has been cleaned to sight and touch.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed dust build-up on ac vents at dine-in area. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/13 to verify item has been cleaned to sight and touch.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed multiple floor files throughout the kitchen and walk-in cooler broken or missing. Water ponding in areas where floor tils are damaged. Floors need to be regrouted to prevent water and food debris from collecting between tiles. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, workorder will be placed to have flooring repaired. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/27 to verify floor tiles have been replaced and floor has been grouted.
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed inoperable light bulb at walk-in freezer. Observed inoperable light bulbs at dry storage shed. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, workorder placed to have lightbulbs replaced. Ensure light covers are in good condition. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/13 to verify item has repaired.
TRACKSIDE PIZZA
116 PARK AVE CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 95
Last Inspection Date: 09-03-2024
Violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed can opener blade soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of can opener blade.
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
511-6-1.05(2)(a) - equipment and utensils, constructed of durable materials (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed storage containers for clean utensils and dishes not constructed of durable material. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, dishes and utensils were removed from containers and placed in containers made of durable material.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed walk-in cooler fan cover soiled with dust. Observed women's restroom fan cover soiled with dust. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 9/13 to verify items have been cleaned.
MANGO MIX, LLC
355 S WALL ST CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 96
Last Inspection Date: 09-03-2024
Violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
511-6-1.03(5)(j)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed plastic water bottles in the kitchen. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, water bottles were removed from kitchen. Discussed the use of only drinks in single service cups with lid and straw and stored in approved areas (not to contaminate food or clean equipment/utensils) allowed in the kitchen.
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed container with utensils stored in handwashing sink. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, container removed from handwashing sink. Discussed handwashing sink to only be used for handwashing and to be accessible at all times.
DIRTY MIKE'S SMOKE SHACK BASE OF OPERATION
231 JASPER ST FAIRMOUNT, GA 30139
Last Inspection Score: 100
Last Inspection Date: 08-30-2024
DIRTY MIKE'S SMOKE SHACK MOBILE UNIT
231 JASPER ST FAIRMOUNT, GA 30139
Last Inspection Score: 100
Last Inspection Date: 08-30-2024
TACO BELL
481 HIGHWAY 53 E CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 99
Last Inspection Date: 08-29-2024
Violations
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no lighting in the walk in cooler. CA: CFSM has already placed a work order to be repaired.
DOROS ITALIAN CALHOUN LLC
114 COURT ST CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 84
Last Inspection Date: 08-29-2024
Violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed interior of ice bin lid soiled. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of interior lid to keep clean to sight and touch.
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed multiple tcs food items above 41F at preptop cooler, see temperature chart. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, per discussion with PIC food items were within time parameters. Foods are to be discarded after 4 hours due to temperature not able to be maintained at 41F. Discussed having smaller portions of foods at preptop cooler to allow temperature to maintain at 41F, and lowering cooler temperature to ensure temperature of 41F is maintained at all times.
12B - personal cleanliness
511-6-1.03(5)(i) - hair restraints (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed employee with no beard guard/restraint. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee provided with beard restraint.
GEORGIA DONUTS SE LLC
675 HWY 53 E CALHOUN, GA 30701
Last Inspection Score: 97
Last Inspection Date: 08-29-2024
Violations
12B - personal cleanliness
511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed employees preparing food while wearing bracelets. CA: PIC had the employees remove the bracelets. Discussed only a plain wedding band can be worn on the hands while preparing food.