Chick-Fil-A

Inspector notes: Observed lettuce (spring mix & Romaine), shredded cheese, blue cheese, and shredded spicy chicken did not meet the minimum cold holding temperature of 41 degrees or below for TCS foods. TCS products were stored in a preparation cooler that was unplugged and marked "do not use". PIC advised that the cooler was observed not working this morning at 8:30 am and the cooler could have potentially stopped working overnight. PIC advised according to the compliancemate alert system, there was notifications/alerts beginning at 1:15 pm on 2/18/26. The cooler was out of temperature from 12:20 pm (2/18/26) until 11:20 am on 2/19/26 however the food was not removed. The cooler had a very strong odor and did not meet the minimum requirements for cold holding. The ambient temperature was observed at 67...

Inspector notes: Observed hot water heater storage room in bad repair. PIC will have the wall repaired by 2/25/26.

Inspector notes: Observed dead pest (Cockroach) below the preparation table next to the handsink in the kitchen area. PIC corrected on site by removing the dead pest and providing a copy of the pest control reports. PIC will ensure that all dead pests are removed immediately.

Inspector notes: Observed a staff member scooping ice from the ice machine in the back of house without a proper hair restraint. Staff member was observed leaning in the ice machine. PIC will coach employees on wearing proper hair restraints during food preparation.

Inspector notes: Stagnant water observed in pans that were stored in the dish storage area. The pans were observed wetnesting. PIC corrected on site by rewashing pans that were observed wetnesting.

Inspector notes: Observed the presence of trash bags filled with trash and grease build up outside of the dumpster. PIC will have the area cleaned and pressure washed by 2/20/26. Pest control also noted concerns about the trash area on the recent pest control report.

Inspector notes: Observed lettuce, sliced tomatoes, sliced cheese did not meet the minimum cold holding temperature of 41 degrees or below for TCS foods. PIC advised that ice was being used temporarily due to the cooler not working. CA- PIC was advised to use time as a public health control until the unit is repaired. A plan of action and completed work order must be emailed to Robert.lewis1@dph.ga.gov by 8/13/25.

Inspector notes: Observed mold build up on the interior surface of the ice machine. PIC advised that the scheduled cleaning was missed. A deep cleaning of the ice machine will be completed by 8/14/25. Observed cutting board in the food preparation contained deep cuts and stains. PIC corrected on site by replacing the cutting board.

Inspector notes: Observed the inspection report was not properly posted in the drive thru. According to the PIC, the inspection report was not replaced after the sliding door was installed. PIC advised that the top portion of the inspection report must be posted in the drive thru window for public view.

Inspector notes: Observed knife handle stored on biscuits in between preparation. CA- PIC advised that handles cannot touch ready to eat foods during preparation. PIC corrected on site,

Inspector notes: Stagnant water observed in pans that were stored in the dish storage area. All pans must be inverted to prevent wet nesting.

Inspector notes: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized. Observed an employee not using the proper methods to clean and wash utensils. Scoops and spatulas were observed being cleaned in the vegetable sink. PIC advised that utensils cannot be washed or cleaned in the vegetable sink. All dishes must be properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized. CA- PIC demonstrated the proper procedure to wash, rinse, and sanitized dishes.

Inspector notes: Observed the current inspection report and food permit not proximately posted within 15 feet of the front door, 5-7 feet from the floor, and within one foot of reading distance. The inspection report and current food permit was posted on a wall facing the dining area leading to the restroom. PIC relocated the inspection report and food permit next to the side door on the left side of the restaurant.

Inspector notes: Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee exit the walk in cooler remove one set of gloves and proceeded to prepare salad with the second set of gloves that was being worn beneath the first pair. CA- The employee was advised to use one pair of gloves after properly washing her hands. PIC advised that she would coach team members on proper handwashing and glove use.

Inspector notes: Observed construction completed in the storage room between the kitchen and customer dining area. Plans were not submitted and approved prior to construction. The storage room has a freezer and storage shelves for single service articles and delivery bags. PIC advised that ceiling must be changed to smooth, washable, and non absorbent. Ceiling tile is acoustical. PIC will change ceiling tile by 2/25/25

Inspector notes: Observed a strong odor of gasoline in the chemical storage room near the office. There was cups, bowls, and lids stored in the storage room. PIC advised to remove single service articles. PIC advised to not store gasoline in the indoor storage room.

Inspector notes: Bucket of pickles stored on the floor in the food preparation area. A box of lettuce was stored on the floor in the walk in cooler

Inspector notes: Stagnant water observed in pans that were stored in the dish storage area. All pans must be inverted to prevent wet nesting.

Inspector notes: Observed the presence of several live flies in the kitchen area.

Inspector notes: Floors in the kitchen area need to be regrouted in some areas. Unnecessary items observed in the storage room next to the dumpster. Water build up observed below the hand sink and three compartment sink.