CUMMING, Forsyth County

The Phoenix @ James Creek

90 RUTH LN CUMMING, GA 30041

Food
Latest score
80
Nov 7, 2025
City
CUMMING
County
Forsyth
Inspections
3

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Nov 7, 2025

Routine

Score: 808 violations

3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(3)(e) - package integrity (pf)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed dented cans on the canned goods racks. COS- all cans that were dented on the seal marked and relocated to the manager's office. Corrective action: inspect canned goods when received and either discard dented cans or place in a separate area marked and labeled "DO NOT USE" to until returned to the distributor for credit.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed hand sink next to the cook line/dish wash area does not have hot water. Corrective action- repair sink to provide hot water a minimum of 85F and provide adequate hot water pressure.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the sink next to the drink station does not have soap. Corrective action: repair/replace soap dispenser at the hand sink and provide soap for effective hand washing at the sink at all times.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the sink next to the cook line/ dish wash area did not have paper towels. Corrective action: provide paper towels at the hand sink at all times,

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the hand sink next to the cook line/ dish wash area blocked with strainer. Corrective action: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use and may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed mold-like growth on the lines connected to the water filter, dump sinks, and the entire drink station area. 3 compartment sink seal at wall. COS Corrective action: at the end of the day melt the ice, deep clean and sanitize ice bin, sinks, and drink station shelves/area and then clean with a frequency to avoid a buildup of moldlike substance.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a buildup of debris and trash beneath the beverage area and behind the ice machine. Corrective action: clean with a frequency to prevent an accumulation of debris and moldlike substance.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed inadequate lighting above the dishwashing area. Corrective action: repair/ replace the light fixture above the dish wash area to provide least 50 foot candles (540 lux) at a surface where a food service employee is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where employee safety is a factor.

Aug 22, 2024

Routine

Score: 912 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed mold-like growth on all interior surfaces of bulk ice bin, hand sinks, prep sinks, and 3 compartment sink seal at wall. COS - PIC will burn the ice, deep clean and sanitize ice bin and all sinks. Advised PIC to clean and sanitize ice bin and sinks as often as necessary to avoid contamination from mold.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed hand sink next to the cook line not providing hot water at adequate pressure. Advised to adjust flow of the hot water.

Aug 11, 2023

Routine

Score: 854 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed TCS foods cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. see temperature log. COS- PIC discarded foods, and placed new foods on an ice bath in the prep unit. Advised to order cross bars for holding pans in the top of the prep top, to use unit as designed.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(o) - manual warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization using detergent sanitizers(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed QAC instead of detergent being used at the dish machine. COS- PIC provided detergent and installed. Advised PIC to educate all staff on identification of the chemicals.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed high temperature dish machine not reaching 160F at the plate level. COS- wash cycle switched to medium wash cycle time or longer. Advised PIC to discontinue use of shortest wash cycle to reach final rinse sanitation cycle temperature.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hand sink next to the cook line not providing hot water at adequate pressure. Advised to adjust flow of the hot water.