Zaxby's

Observed grill chicken hot held at 115 degrees on the serving line. PIC discarded the grilled chicken. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Hot Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P

Observed backflow coming from the floor drain beneath the vegetable sink. PIC corrected on site by removing drain cover that was filled with a black residue causing the wastewater to backflow. PIC prevented the store from having to voluntarily close due to the imminent health hazard of sewage back up. Also observe the wastewater pipes in the three compartment sink leaking. There is also a backflow if you release a large volume of water in the three compartment sink. PIC will contact maintenance and have the plumbing issue repaired by 01/23/26. PIC will email a copy of the completed work order to Robert.Lewis1@dph.ga.gov by 1/23/2026.

511-6-1.06(4)(c) - Backflow Prevention (P) (c) Backflow Prevention.

1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2, 3, and 4 of this subsection, a direct connection may not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. P

2. The requirement in paragraph 1 of this subsection does not apply to floor drains that originate in refrigerated spaces that are constructed as an integral part of the building.

3. If allowed by law, a warewashing machine may have a direct connection between its waste outlet and a floor drain when the machine is located within 5 feet (1.5 m) of a trapped floor drain and the machine outlet is connected to the inlet side of a properly vented floor drain trap.

4. If allowed by law, a warewashing or culinary sink may have a direct connection.

Observed interior of ice machine containing debris accumulation. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils.

(a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils.

1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.

Observed dead roach at the back of the facility and dead flies in trap. Also observed flies at the back of the kitchen near the back door. Manager was advised to remove dead insects to preclude pest attraction. 511-6-1.07(5)(l) - Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents, and Other Pest (C) (l) Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents, and Other Pests. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.

Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair in the drive thru area and peeling ceiling paint in office area. Also observed light shield in front of fryers and in office with white debris and black accumulations respectively.

Observed bread stored on a bread rack next to the hand sink in the food preparation area. PIC relocated bread to the storage area. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage.

1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts.

3. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.

Observed food stored in a prohibited area.

Observed employee with no beard guard/restraint. Observed team member without a proper hair/beard restraint. CA- PIC will provide effective beard and hair restraints. 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.

Wiping cloth buckets did not meet the minimum strength requirements. PIC corrected on site.

511-6-1.04(4)(m) - Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation.

1. Cloths in-use for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served shall be:

(i) Maintained dry; and

(ii) Used for no other purpose.

2. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be:

(i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); and

(ii) Laundered daily.

3. Cloths in-use for wiping surfaces in contact with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes.

4. Dry wiping cloths and the chemical sanitizing solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between uses shall be free of food debris and visible soil.

5. Containers of chemical sanitizing solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between uses shall be stored off the floor and used in a manner that prevents contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles.

6. Single-use disposable sanitizer wipes shall be used in accordance with EPA-approved manufacturer’s label use instructions.

Observed no handwashing sign in the men's and woman restroom. CA-PIC will add signs in both restrooms by 1/20/25.

511-6-1.07(3)(d) - Handwashing Signage (C) (d) Handwashing Signage. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees.

Fryer basket cleaning tool stored on top of shelf above the deep fryers. In use utensils must be stored on a clean surface. PIC will store the fryer basket skimmer in a hotel pan in between use. 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored:

1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container;

2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon;

3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a);

4.In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes;

5. In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or

6. In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b)3(vi).

Observed ceiling in the storage area in bad repair. According to the PIC, there was work being completed in the ceiling. They return tomorrow to complete repairs.

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 ice machine deflector with debris brown accumulation. Manger changed cleaned the deflector.

Wiping cloth buckets did not meet the minimum strength requirements. PIC corrected on site.

Observed rodent droppings in the hot water heater area

Water leaking from the veggie sink. Hot water was turned off due to leaking faucet according to the PIC.

Fryer basket cleaning tool stored in the hand sink

Observed multiple TCS foods held over 41F. Walk-in cooler is unable to hold food below 41F. Manager discarded all out of temp items and placed freshly prepped items in ice baths and in the walk-in freezer to cool to 41F (COS).

Observed black substance on ice bin exterior by the drive thru.