Jekyll Island, Glynn County

Dairy Queen

50 BEN FORTSON PKWY JEKYLL ISLAND, GA 31527

Food
Latest score
99
Apr 9, 2026
City
Jekyll Island
County
Glynn
Inspections
8

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Apr 9, 2026

Routine

Score: 991 violation

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)&(3) - kitchenware and tableware, single-service/-use items properly handled to protect food-/lip-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed canisters containing single service spoons storing the spoons in a way that did not protect the food contact surface at the time of this inspection. CA: Manager placed spoons all in one direction to protect the FCS. Ensure single service utensils are stored in one direction, protecting the food contact surface. COS

Aug 7, 2025

Routine

Score: 902 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 during the course of this inspection that the facility prep top cooler that was holding the whipped cream was holding 2 cans at temps of 47/50 deg f with an ambient temp of 47. COS: Cans were discarded and unit was restricted from use. CA: Glynn EH instructs management not to store TCS food items in the unit until repairs are made and to ensure that all TCS food items are properly stored in units that will hold them with internal temps of 41 deg f or below.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of the inspection that the facility had a container of single service spoons where the container had old food debris on the inside of the contianer. COS: Staff removed the spoons and placed them in a clean container. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that all single service items are stored inside of a clean, dry container at least 6 inches off of the floor.

Apr 30, 2025

Routine

Score: 914 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed a container with several stacks of ice cream cones left uncovered in main kitchen area at the time of this inspection. COS: Management covered ice cream cones. CA: All food must be stored covered.

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: No

Observed two microwaves with grease and food debris on the top inner side in the main kitchen at the time of this inspection. COS: Management cleaned/sanitized microwaves. CA: Food contact surfaces must be cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred.

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed a sanitizer bucket being stored on a prep table by ready to eat food and drink mixers in the ice cream area, also observed a different sanitizer bucket being stored besides stacks of single service items (drink lids, shake covers) on a shelve under prep table in the grill prep area of the main kitchen area at the time of this inspection. COS: Management removed sanitizer buckets. CA: Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; and locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles.

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 large ice buildup on the cooling unit of walk-in freezer at the time of this inspection. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Nov 20, 2024

Routine

Score: 953 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed handwashing sink not supplied with hand-soap during this inspection. COS: Management supplied soap. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to ensure all handwashing sinks are supplied hand soap.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that a handwashing sink was completely obstructed by large cardboard boxes. COS: Management moved the boxes. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that hand sinks are accessible at all times.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed soil residues on the nonfood contact surfaces of the front food service drink machine. CA: Glynn Eh instructs management to ensure that all non food contact surfaces of the machine are cleaned often enough to prevent soil residue buildup.

May 8, 2024

Routine

Score: 943 violations

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility drink dispenser was beginning to display buildup on food contact surfaces of the unit. COS: Management had all food contact surfaces of the machine cleaned and sanitized immediately. CA: Management stated that staff will be trained to properly clean and sanitize all food contact surfaces associated with the drink station every night.

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility drink dispenser was beginning to display buildup on food contact surfaces of the unit. COS: Management had all food contact surfaces of the machine cleaned and sanitized immediately. CA: Management stated that staff will be trained to properly clean and sanitize all food contact surfaces associated with the drink station every night.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed shelving that stores the facility microwaves displaying old food and dust buildup during the course of this inspection. CA: Management stated that the facility will acquire stepstools to allow for the cleaning of hard to reach areas of the facility.

Apr 23, 2024

Routine

Score: 859 violations

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility is displaying an expired CFPM certificate. CA: Due to the date of expiration the facility has 30 days to acquire a new employee with CFPM qualifications and is instructed to remove the expired certificate immediately.

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: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility microwaves displayed old food buildup on internal food contact surfaces. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to train all staff to properly clean and sanitize the internal food contact surfaces as often as necessary.

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: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility "tomato slicer" displayed old/dried out tomato seeds on the unit. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to train staff to clean and sanitize the unit whenever they finish using it.

Glynn EH instructs PIC to not use unit until they can properly clean and sanitize it.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had food stored directly on the floor in the walk in cooler and freezer units. CA: Glynn EH instructs facility management to adjust delivery process to keep foods from being stored directly on the floor for extended periods of time.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(i) - clothing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had multiple soiled aprons stored on hanging racks in front of the walk in cooler/freezer units where they could potentially be re used. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to use a seperate area for storing soiled aprons away from food prep and storage while awaiting cleaning and to provide staff with clean and sanitary aprons every day.

Glynn EH instructs PIC to not use any aprons unless clean and sanitary.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility did not have the most recent inspection report displayed with the CFPM and food permit. CA: Glynn EH instructs facility management to display the most recent inspection report at all times.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility was storing red single service spoons in wire baskets that displayed significant buildup on them. COS: PIC removed all red spoons and placed them inside of clean single service containers. CA: Glynn EH instructs facility management to train staff to properly store all single service items in containers free of accumulations.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that throughout the facility there was significant buildup on non food contact surfaces such as countertops, shelving, and inside of coolers/cabinets. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to adjust their cleaning schedule to properly clean all non food contact surfaces and keep them clean.

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 during the course of this inspection that the facility had multiple walls that displayed old food splashes and debris. CA: Glynn EH instructs facility management to adjust the cleaning schedule to properly clean the facility walls.

Jul 25, 2023

Routine

Score: 911 violation

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility was hot holding tcs gravy at 120 deg f in a single croc pot type warmer. COS: Management discarded the gravy. CA: Management stated that they will have the equipment serviced and will restrict it from use until repairs are made and it is capable of hot holding foods at 135 deg f or above.

It was observed on 08/14/2023 that facility management reported that the only food item being hot held in the broken equipment had been removed from the menu until the time that a new replacement unit could be sent in from corporate.

Jul 11, 2023

Routine

Score: 885 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had sauces being stored uncovered in multiple food prep areas. COS: Management covered items. CA: Management stated that employees will be re trained to properly store all sauces covered.

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility was operating without a food contact sanitizer at the 3 compartment sink. COS: The empty container of sanitizer solution was replaced with a new one. CA: Management stated that they will re train staff to ensure that the appropriate sanitizer is being supplied to the 3 comp sink at all times.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(a) - cooling, heating, and holding capacities (pf)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had a prep top cooler that could not display temps at 41 deg f or below. CA: Management stated that they will not us the cooler to store tcs food products until it is repaired/replaced.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed during the course of this inspection that the insides of multiple cabinets were dirty. CA: Management stated that the deep cleaning schedule will be updated.

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: Yes

Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility walk in freezer displayed significant ice buildup that prevented the door from properly closing. CA: Management stated that an heating strip had been ordered and was awaiting delivery to fix this issue.