Oaks at Pooler

Observed several items cold-holding above 41F in reach-in cooler. COS: PIC discarded TCS items held in cooler more than 4 hours. Milk temped at 40F moved to walk-in cooler.

Observed opened carton of half and half with expiration date of April 08, 2026 stored in reach-in cooler. No date-label indicating when product was opened. COS: PIC discarded of half and half.

Observed opened employee water bottle stored next to produce in walk-in cooler. RCA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination.

Observed several food items in the walk-in cooler with growth of mold-like substance on surfaces(sweet potatoes, Cucumbers, sliced tomatoes.)

COS CA: PIC Discarded all affected foods.

Observed 6 dented cans compromising the integrity of the hermetic seal stored with all cans to be used for consumption.

RCA: Food packages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that the food is not exposed to adulteration or potential contaminants. Packages that are damaged shall be stored in a separate area labeled "not for use".

Observed failure of the PIC to ensure facility is in compliance with GA state food rules as evidenced by the numerous critical violations notated such as adequate handwashing facilities provided, proper food storage and coverings, clean and sanitized food contact surfaces and proper date labeling of TCS ready to eat foods.

RCA: Facility will implement a system of active managerial control to ensure for safe food handling and practices.

The PIC is not aware of his/her responsibility to inform food employees and conditional employees of their responsibility to report information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food (i.e., certain symptoms and diagnosis) to the person in charge and for the PIC to report to the regulatory authority.

RCA: Food employees and conditional employees shall be informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.

Observed one hand washing sink not being tempered with hot and cold water. Only hot or cold water was available but not at the same time.

RCA: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 85ºF (29.4 ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.

Observed one handwashing sink without a faucet head attached, making the sink inaccessible.

RCA: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use.

Observed in dry storage area bisquick mix, graham cracker crumbs, cocoa mix, chips, 2 boxes of cake mix and brown sugar stored without protection from contamination by being rolled closed.

RCA: Facility shall ensure storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings to prevent outside contamination.

Observed buildup of slime like substance on the baffle of the ice machine. Observed buildup of grease on the fryer baskets. Observed can opener with build-up on the blade.

RCA: Equipment, food-contact surfaces, and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch

Observed inconsistent date marking, where hard boiled eggs opened longer than 24 hours were not date marked, cut lettuce held longer than 24 hours not marked, multiple items on the speed rack in the walk-in cooler (pies, potatoes, etc.) not marked with date made.

RCA: Food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days.

Food found stored past disposal date marked. Observed in the walk in cooler pre made leftover corn on the cob labeled 12/16; Taco meat 12/16; Potato Salad 12/13; Pasta 12/12; Sliced tomatoes 12/2. Observed premade leftover oatmeal in reach-in cooler labeled 12/11.

COS CA: PIC discarded all food.

Observed mold like substance build-up on the food racks in the walk-in cooler. Observed mold like substance on the walk-in cooler fans.

RCA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Upon discussion with PIC it was found that unpasteurized raw shell eggs have been served undercooked.

RCA: A partially cooked animal food such as soft-cooked eggs that are made from raw eggs may not be served or offered for sale in a ready-to-eat form. Facility must only utilize pasteurized eggs if serving in partially cooked form.

Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.

RCA: Ice machine must be cleaned more frequently than 2 month schedule it is currently on. Food contact surfaces must be clean to sight and touch.

Observed leaks from sink area.

RCA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; and maintained in good repair.

Observed high heat sanitizing dishwasher did not have available testing means.

RCA: In hot water mechanical warewashing operations, an irreversible registering temperature indicator shall be provided and readily accessible for measuring the utensil surface temperature.