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BIG JOHN'S TREAT SHOPPE
120 WILLIAMS ST STE 100 , CALHOUN, GA 30701 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (July 27, 2026): Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, temperature control and food storage.
Inspection history
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B81July 27, 20265 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, temperature control and food storage.
Observed employee handle raw hamburger meat then handle clean container of cooked fries.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(n)1 - gloves, use limitation (single use gloves) (p)”Observed coleslaw and sliced tomatoes cooling in preptop cooler.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed container of chicken not actively cooling in walk-in cooler stored uncovered. Stored pan of green tomatoes not actively cooling stored uncovered in walk-in freezer.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed fish fillets thawing at room temperature.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”Observed boxes of food stored directly on the floor in walk-in freezer.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”A96January 29, 20261 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving food storage.
Observed tile cleaner and dish detergent stored with pots and pans in drying area.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”C75January 22, 20265 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and menu & labeling.
Observed RTE foods stored directly underneath raw shell eggs and raw ground beef in reach in cooler in main kitchen.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”Observed improper cold holding of TCS foods above 41F in reach in cooler at drive thru area. (Ranch 44, butter 45, marinara 44).
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed facility without allergen notification posted in view of public.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(7)(d) - other forms of information (c)”Observed boxes of food throughout facility stored directly on floor.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)”Observed boxes of utensils stored in dry storage area directly on the floor.
−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)”A92September 3, 20255 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.
Observed interior of small ice machine with excessive dark buildup.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed to go silverware holders with excessive built up food debris.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed cardboard under drying equipment used to sit equipment on.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”Observed heavy dust buildup on veiling vents, fan, and walls.
−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)”Observed piping under three compartment sink leaking water when releasing sink plug.
−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)”B82February 27, 20255 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 4 of them critical, involving food storage, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
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.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”Observed handwashing sink at back restroom without paper towels. Corrective Action: Employee refilled paper towel dispenser.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”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 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”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.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”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.
−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)”B85March 11, 20245 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
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.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”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.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”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.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”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.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”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.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(f),(g) - wall & ceiling coverings & coatings; wall & ceiling attachments (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 FSP-064-000084. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.