Jerry J's

89 E Dame Ave, Homerville, GA 31634
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Aug 5, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk

Jerry J's has been inspected five times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 5, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

By comparison, the average Homerville facility scores 85, putting Jerry J's on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 5, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed walls and ceiling of microwave covered in food splatter. *Clean microwave.
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed food in coolers not covered. *Cover all foods.
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: No dispenser for toilet paper in men's restroom. *Get toilet paper dispenser.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Replace damaged ceiling tiles.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed back door to be cracked open and saw multiple flies in kitchen area. *Back door was difficult to shut as it appeared to be catching on floor near door hinges. Fix door so that it closes easily.
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Apr 8, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed food in prep top cooler not covered. *Cover all foods.
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling of microwave covered in food splatter. *Clean microwave.
10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed tossing sauce expired in walk-in cooler.(exp. 3/24/25) *Discarded
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors and bottoms of walls to be heavily soiled with grease and food pieces. *Deep clean kitchen thoroughly.
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Sep 3, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling of microwave covered in food splatter. *Clean microwave.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Some ceiling tiles in kitchen are missing and/or water damaged. *Replace tiles.
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Current inspection report not posted. * Keep current inspection report posted.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Bottom corner of rear exit door is damaged and doesn't allow for seal from outside. *Replace door/door jam.
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Aug 27, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food items in walk-cooler not cold holding at required 41F or colder. *Move food items to other coolers in kitchen and repair walk-in cooler.
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: No thermometer available in walk-in cooler. *All coolers must have a thermometer visible and accurate.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Some ceiling tiles in kitchen are missing and/or water damaged. *Replace tiles.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Bottom corner of rear exit door is damaged and doesn't allow for seal from outside. *Replace door/door jam.
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Jan 3, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Hand soap dispenser not working. *Replace batteries or entire dispenser if needed.
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Cheese not covered in prep top cooler. Biscuit dough in walk-in freezer not covered. *Cover all foods
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Underside of drink machines soiled. *Clean drink machine.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Gap in rear exit door of kitchen. *Replace seal/door.
16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Mop sink not draining and holding water. *Unclog sink.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in kitchen area have water damage in areas. *Replace tiles, repair any leaks.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jerry J's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jerry J's on file is from Aug 5, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Jerry J's compare to other restaurants in Homerville?

Jerry J's most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Homerville average of 85.

Has Jerry J's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jerry J's have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Jerry J's means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Jerry J's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jerry J's is inspected around three times per year on average.