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MCGINNIS WOODS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
5368 MCGINNIS FERRY RD , ALPHARETTA, GA 30005 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (April 20, 2026): no individual violations are recorded in the published data. This restaurant scored as low as 72 on November 14, 2025 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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A100April 20, 2026No violations recorded
No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.
B86December 15, 20253 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food storage, menu & labeling and facility upkeep.
Inspector observed cooked pasta (in colander on large stock pot) in the far right 3-compartment sink basin; Observed wet dirty utensils in the middle sink basin; PIC moved the wet dirty utensils from the middle basin - over the uncovered cooked pasta - to the dish machine rack (located: to the right of the pasta). COS PIC discarded pasta.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(j) - food contact with equipment & utensils, and linens (p)”Inspector observed a multitude of cans dented at the seam (Location: cans storage rack) NOTE: Completed RCP states there will be a notice posted for dented cans. COS: PIC segregated dented cans. Corrective action: Products that are held by permit holder for credit, redemption, or returned to the distributor, such as damaged, spoiled, or recalled products, shall be segregated and held in designated areas that are separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(c) - segregation, distressed food segregated and properly located (pf)”Inspector observed employee cell phone (connected to a charger) and an employee handbag stored on can opener prep station (Location: dry storage room). COS PIC relocated personal belongings.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(j) - using dressing rooms & lockers, used for changing clothes and storing employee belongings (c)”C72November 14, 202510 violations
Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 4 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, cleaning & sanitizing and food storage.
Inspector observed students setting plates, napkins, and eating utensils out without gloves while touching eating ends; and student self-serve salad bar. COS - PIC closed down salad bar. Corrective action: No bare hand contact in an HSP; and only trained staff shall serve the students food.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(9) - pasteurized foods, prohibited re-service and prohibited foods not offered (p, c)”Inspector observed mold-like growth on the interior surfaces of the ice bin. Corrective action: Ice bins shall be cleaned at a frequency to preclude to accumulations of mold and soil or according to manufacturer's instructions.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Inspector observed pitchers stored directly on previously opened/used chemicals and hydrogen peroxide bottle stored in a container with flour bag, baking soda box, and other food items. Corrective action: Locate the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above/with food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service or single-use articles.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Inspector observed several cans dented at the seam; and no written allergen notification for consumers. Corrective action: Products that are held by permit holder for credit, redemption, or returned to the distributor, such as damaged, spoiled, or recalled products, shall be segregated and held in designated areas that are separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles; must have a written allergen notification for consumers of allergens present in unpackaged foods.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(c) - segregation, distressed food segregated and properly located (pf)”Inspector observed a pest control device stored on wall over can opener prep station and food storage rack. Corrective action: Insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a food preparation area.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(k) - insect control devices (c)”Inspector observed no employees must wash hands sign in the employee/adult restroom. Corrective action: 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.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)”Inspector observed utensils stored as clean in drawers and cabinets while wet. Corrective action: Utensils shall be completely air dried before stored as clean.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”Inspector observed mold-like growth in kitchen drawers, on cutting board, under prep sink, under 3-comp sink; Multitude of utensils stored as clean with visible food residue; Can opener and can rack soiled with sticky residue. Corrective action: The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations; AND Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
−1 point · Cited as “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)”Inspector observed numerous scorched/scored pitchers, and PIC stated it was equipment no longer used as they have purchased new pitchers - new pitchers also stored in kitchen. Corrective action: The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as litter or equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used and litter.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(n) - maintaining premises, free of unnecessary items/litter (c)”Inspector observed debris like tongs and vegetables under equipment; and seals behind sink and stove in disrepair. Corrective action: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”A95April 22, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed High Temperature - Mechanical Dish Machine reading 103.8 degrees F at plate level. Corrective Action: High Temperature Dish Machine needs to be maintained to read 160 degrees F at plate level. COS PIC using 3-comparment sink for all utensils needing to be wash, rinse, and sanitized.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(l) - mechanical warewashing, hot water sanitization temperatures(p)”Observed NFC surfaces of ice machine and cabinets (under sinks) with accumulations of dark mold-like substances. Corrective Action: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
−1 point · Cited as “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)”A96December 13, 20241 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
No written procedures for clean-up of vomit or diarrheal events in establishment. COS - inspector provided a copy of V/D clean-up procedures for bleach as the approved sanitizer. Advised PIC to keep written procedures for clean-up of vomit or diarrheal events in establishment.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”A100May 2, 2024No violations recorded
No individual violations are recorded for this inspection in the published data.
A90November 6, 20232 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed fish sticks at 121F. COS manager placed the fish sticks in the oven and reheated to 200F. Advised manager to keep all hot hold foods in the oven and keep a reheat temperature log.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)”Observed most recent inspection report not posted. Advised post most recent inspection report.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”C76October 6, 20238 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 5 of them critical, involving temperature control, employee health and handwashing & hygiene.
Observed no time as a public health control agreement or logs. This facility does not have hot holding or cold holding units for serving foods. Implement TPHC for all TCS foods not and discard any foods not served as per TPHC rule at the end of breakfast or lunch.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(i) - time as a public health control (tphc) (p, pf, c)”No available signed employee health agreements. Advise PIC to have employees sign health agreements.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)”Observed hand sink blocked by linen basket placed on top of sink. COS- linen basket removed from hand sink. Advised- to keep hand sink accessible at all times.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)”Observed Fairlife lactose free milk opened without date marking label, COS-discarded during the inspection. Advise- label product with an opening/discard date once opened.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed lettuce being washed in the 3-compartment sink. Advised- use vegetable prep sink for washing fruits and vegetables.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(g) - washing fruits & vegetables (pf)”Observed excessively stained/dirty wiping cloths in use throughout the kitchen. Advise- Replace towels and store towels in sanitization solution between uses.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”Observed ant/fly bait stations located next to the vegetable prep sink, on top of the microwave, and on top of the milk cooler. COS-discarded during the inspection. Advise-clean floor drains.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(k) - insect control devices (c)”Observed original shipping wrap on dish machine. Advise-remove wrap to ensure the unit is easily cleanable.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(d),(e) - warewashing equipment, cleaning frequency; warewashing machines, manufacturers' operating instructions (c)”Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit F-058-2004-00031. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.
