Waycross, Ware County

Chick-Fil-A

2256 MEMORIAL DR WAYCROSS, GA 31501

Food
Latest score
96
Feb 19, 2026
City
Waycross
County
Ware
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.

Feb 19, 2026

Routine

Score: 962 violations

11D - thermometers provided and accurate

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed thermometer missing in reach-in cooler. *Place thermometer in reach-in cooler and in sight. Observed thermometer not read correctly/not accurate in prep-top cooler. *Replace thermometer.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed bottom of floors in some coolers to be soiled with food debris. *Clean coolers. Observed food debris under and behind equipment on floors throughout kitchen.

Dec 11, 2025

Routine

Score: 981 violation

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed "wet nesting" of stainless steel pans on shelving units throughout main kitchen. All utensils and equipment must be fully air dried prior to stacking/storing.

Jun 11, 2025

Routine

Score: 983 violations

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed handle of sugar scoop in direct contact with sugar. Store scoop handle-up (not in contact with food/ingredient) to prevent potential contamination.

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed "wet nesting" of stainless steel pans in chicken prep area (near WIF). All utensils and equipment must be fully air dried prior to stacking/storing.

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 leak in walk in freezer. Repair leak. In the meantime, ensure no food items/boxes are stored under leak as this could prove to be a contamination risk.

Sep 18, 2024

Routine

Score: 981 violation

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Noticed cooler on cook line with food debris on inside coolers, ie. wire racks, bottom, door handles and hinges.

Apr 1, 2024

Routine

Score: 981 violation

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed buildup of chicken juice/residue in reach in coolers throughout chicken prep area. Observed food pieces in bottoms of reach-in coolers throughout kitchen. *Clean coolers.

Sep 19, 2023

Routine

Score: 972 violations

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

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed "wet nesting" of stainless steel pans in chicken prep area (near WIF). All utensils and equipment must be fully air dried prior to stacking/storing.

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: Yes

Observed buildup of chicken juice, residue, and food debris in reach in coolers throughout chicken prep area. Noted shelves to be encrusted with heavy buildup. Advised deep cleaning and scheduled routine cleanings.