CALHOUN, Gordon County

BIG JOHN'S TREAT SHOPPE

120 WILLIAMS ST STE 100 CALHOUN, GA 30701

Food
Latest score
96
Jan 29, 2026
City
CALHOUN
County
Gordon
Inspections
6

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Jan 29, 2026

Followup

Score: 961 violation

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

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed tile cleaner and dish detergent stored with pots and pans in drying area. CA: Toxic materials shall be stored away from food and, equiopment, and utensils. COS: CFSM removed cleaning materials from equipment and utensil drying area.

Jan 22, 2026

Routine

Score: 755 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed RTE foods stored directly underneath raw shell eggs and raw ground beef in reach in cooler in main kitchen. CA: All foods shall be stored by cook temperature.

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

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

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed improper cold holding of TCS foods above 41F in reach in cooler at drive thru area. (Ranch 44, butter 45, marinara 44) CA: All coldholding food items shall be coldholding at 41F or below. COS: All TCS foods prepped 4 hours or more prior were discarded and all other TCS foods were relocated to walk in freezer for rapid cooling. Health Department will recheck reach in cooler after the unit has been serviced.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed facility without allergen notification posted in view of public. CA: Facilities shall have a consumer notification for the presence of allergens posted in view of public. COS: PIC was given allergen notification poster to post in view of public.

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

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

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed boxes of food throughout facility stored directly on floor. CA: Food shall be stored at least 6 inches from ground. COS: PIC relocated boxes to proper shelving 6 inches above the ground.

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 boxes of utensils stored in dry storage area directly on the floor. CA: Utensils and equipment shall be stored 6 inches off the floor. COS: PIC relocated boxes of utensils to shelf 6 inches above the floor.

Sep 3, 2025

Routine

Score: 925 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 interior of small ice machine with excessive dark buildup.

CA: Food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency enough to maintain clean to sight and touch.

COS:PIC had employee clean ice machine.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed to go silverware holders with excessive built up food debris.

CA: Food contact surfaces shall be cleaned and maintained to sight and touch.

COS: PIC had silverware holders cleaned and sanitized.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed cardboard under drying equipment used to sit equipment on.

CA: PIC discarded cardboard.

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 heavy dust buildup on veiling vents, fan, and walls.

CA: PIC had fan cleaned and will have walls and ceilings with heavy accumulation cleaned.

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 piping under three compartment sink leaking water when releasing sink plug.

CA: PIC will have piping serviced.

Feb 27, 2025

Routine

Score: 825 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed box of raw shelled eggs in walk-in cooler stored directly over margarine. Observed carton of raw shelled eggs stored directly ontop of container of cooked meat. No contamination was observed. Corrective Action: Margarine was moved to not be under raw shelled eggs, and egg cartons were removed from container of raw meat.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

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

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed handwashing sink at back restroom without paper towels. Corrective Action: Employee refilled paper towel dispenser.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed interior of ice machine soiled, not cleaned at a frequency enough to maintain clean to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 3/3.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed containers used to store clean cooking utensils and knifes soiled with dried-up food debris. Corrective Action: Employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 3/3.

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 ice machine lid handle heavily soiled, not cleaned at a frequency to maintain clean to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 3/3.

Mar 11, 2024

Routine

Score: 855 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 improper cold holding of TCS foods above 41 degrees at prep-top cooler and reach-in cooler without active time control. Hot dogs 47 degrees, ham 51 degrees and ambient temperature was 48 degrees. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, per PIC food items were within time parameters. Discussed implementing tphc for tcs food items until unit is replaced. Discussed filling food containers less full, discussed implementing ice baths until unit is replaced.

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed drinks throughout the kitchen in unapproved containers and stored in unapproved locations. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, discussed employee drinks are to be in a single service cup with a lid and a straw and stored in approved location (bottom shelf and not on prep surfaces or above food) is allowed.

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 handwashing sink with sauce bottle and cleaning brush tool at beginning of inspection. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, items were removed from handwashing sink. Discussed sink is to be accessible at all times and is only to be used for handwashing.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food debris on dry storage shelving, clean dish storage rack, and shelving inside of walk in cooler. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, PIC will have shelves cleaned. Discussed using plastic shelf liners or painting shelving that no longer has a smooth cleanable surface. Will follow up within 10 days to make sure this is corrected.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(f),(g) - wall & ceiling coverings & coatings; wall & ceiling attachments (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed air vent cover in kitchen with heavy dust accumulation. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal inspection within 10 days.

Jun 6, 2023

Routine

Score: 823 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: Yes

Observed improper cold holding of TCS foods above 41 degrees at prep-top cooler and reach-in cooler without active time control. Hot dogs 48 degrees, bologna 43 degrees and ambient temperature was 45 degrees. Prep-top unit Sliced tomatoes 48 degrees, Cut lettuce 46 degrees. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, per PIC food items were within time parameters. Discussed implementing tphc for tcs food items until unit is replaced or repaired. Discussed filling food containers less full, discussed implementing ice baths.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed interior of ice maker not clean to sight and touch, reside and slime on interior of ice machine. Observed ice machine lid heavily soiled. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up within 2 days to verify interior of ice machine has been cleaned to sight and touch.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple wet towels placed at food prep areas. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee was instructed to place the wet towels in sanitizer bucket or in dirty towel bin.