Panera Bread

Observed the waste water pipe below the sink next to the coffee maker in bad repair. A bucket was observed being used to catch waste water from the leaking pipe. PIC will have the waste water pipe repaired by 2/25/26.

511-6-1.06(2)(r) - System Maintained in Good Repair (P, C) (r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.

Observed rust build up on shelves above the handsink. PIC will attempt to clean the shelves. If the shelves cannot be cleaned, PIC will replace the rusted shelves.

511-6-1.05(1)(i) - Nonfood-contact Surfaces (C) (i) Nonfood-contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.

Observed the metal floor in the walk in freezer in bad repair as a result of a past leak. PIC advised that a work order has been placed for repairs. Also observed rust build up from a ceiling leak on the ceiling near the back door. Water was leaking from the ceiling during the inspection. A trash can was being used to drain leaking water from the ceiling. The ceiling is also buckled above the office door in the kitchen. PIC will email a plan of action to Robert.Lewis1@dph.ga.gov by 2/15/26 to have all leaks and damaged ceilings and floors repaired by 2/25/26.

511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation.

(a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

(b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.

1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Observed the location is using a key drop system for deliveries from US Foods. The invoices were observed without delivery temperatures. PIC will contact US foods to ensure the proper procedures area being followed. Indications of thawed foods from deliveries were observed in the walk in freezer. Several boxes appeared to be wet at one time prior to refreezing.

Observed employees without proper hair restraints.PIC corrected on site

511-6-1.03(5)(i) - Hair Restraints (C) (i) Hair Restraints.

1. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch.

2. This does not apply to employees such as counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed food, clean utensils and linens and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

Observed orange build up behind the ice chute. PIC will remove the ice chute and clean/sanitize the area by 8/23/25

Observed the trash bin lids area missing. PIC will contact dumpster company and have the lids replaced by 8/23/25.

511-6-1.06(5)(f) - Outside Receptacles, design & construction (C) (f) Outside Receptacles.

1. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables used with materials containing food residue and used outside the food service establishment shall be designed and constructed to have tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers.

2. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse and recyclables such as an on-site compactor shall be installed so that accumulation of debris and insect and rodent attraction and harborage are minimized and effective cleaning is facilitated around and, if the unit is not installed flush with the base pad, under the unit.

Observed ice chute door of front drink machine with accumulation. Employees cleaned and sanitized the door.

Observed warewashing machine chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Employee placed new container of sanitizer into machine.

Observed employees without proper hair/beard restraints.

Observed outside dumpster area with trash accumulation and unnecessary items. Please clean area.

Observed vent in disrepair in front of and above warewashing machine and sprinkler in women's restroom in disrepair.

Observed TCS foods (Chicken, Steak, and deli meat) observed at a temperature above 41 degrees f in the walk in cooler. PIC discarded cooked chicken and steak observed at 44 degrees. Deli meat was relocated to the freezer and then moved to the walk in bakery cooler. PIC will contact maintainance to have the walk in cooler serviced.

Observed a container of lettuce stored in a large container in the walk in cooler with no cover to protect food items from contamination.

Bread pans (Old pans) contained food build up.

Team members observed with sun visors. Team members need proper hair restraints to prevent contamination

Cabinet leaking below the soda machine. Observed soda lines leaking below the soda dispenser.

Ceiling tile missing in the storage area Rust build up observed on the exterior of the hood Light shield contained bugs

Employee drinks improperly stored with food

Team members observed with sun visors. Team members need proper hair restraints to prevent contamination.

Observed dust build up in cabinets located in the dining area.

Mold build up observed on FRP in the mop sink area Ceiling tile missing in the storage area Dust build up on vents above the bread storage area

Observed lettuce stored in the prep cooler with no preparation date, croutons on the counter, salad dressings in the prep cooler with no preparation or disposal date. Also observed some Asiago cheese with an expiration date of 8/16/23. Pic discarded items and added labels to the freshly prepped items (COS).

Observed sesame seeds and other spices with no food label to properly identify them. PIC added labels (COS).

Observed a reach in cooler (by coffee station) with water nesting on the bottom. Please service the unit.

Observed a puddle of water nesting on the floor by drive thru window. Employee removed the water (COS).

Observed several vents in the kitchen in need of cleaning due to dust build-up.