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Highland Rivers Center RTU
180 WATEROAK DR , CEDARTOWN, GA 30125 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (November 3, 2026): Inspectors recorded 13 violations, 5 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and garbage & waste.
Inspection history
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U67November 3, 202613 violations
Inspectors recorded 13 violations, 5 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and garbage & waste.
Observed pasta salad reading at 44-45 degrees F in reach in cooler in main kitchen.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed dish machine not reading at proper chlorine concentration (0ppm) in main kitchen.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed multiple TCS food items (boiled eggs, bags of shredded cheese and deli meat) datemarked in-correctly (greater than 7 days) and held beyond 7 days.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)”Observed no in-direct drains (air gaps) at three compartment sink, dish machine or prep sinks.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(d) - backflow prevention, air gap (p)”Observed microwave with dried food debris in main kitchen.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed bag of shredded cheese with no datemark.
−4 points · Cited as “null”Observed employee wearing ring with stones in main kitchen.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed measuring cups stored in grits, rice and pasta noodles with handle touching food product. CA:Food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. COS: Measuring cups were re-positioned so the handles were not in contact with food product.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed single service articles (to-go boxes, bowls and plates) not stored protected under/on steam table.
−1 point · Cited as “null”Observed non-food contact surfaces such as exteriors of bulk food storage (grits, pasta, rice and sugar containers) with an accumulation of food debris.
−1 point · Cited as “null”Observed dumpster door left open.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.06(5)(n) - covering receptacles (c)”Observed employee speaker above prep table in main kitchen.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)”Observed hood vent filters with an accumulation of dust and grease in main kitchen.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(n) - exhaust ventilation hood systems, designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping on food/equipment (c)”A97April 2, 20263 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations involving handwashing & hygiene, food storage and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed the most inspection report not posted.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”Observed single service articles (to-go boxes) not stored protected until steam table.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”Observed nonfood contact surfaces of storage room by canned goods and in main kitchen by sauces with accumulated grease and food debris.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”U58March 25, 202614 violations
Inspectors recorded 14 violations, 7 of them critical, involving food storage, cleaning & sanitizing and chemical safety.
Observed raw ground beef beside RTE foods (butter, sour cream) and above eggs.
−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 the microwave and ice machine with an accumulation of debris.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”Observed the dish machine with no sanitizer, and no sanitizer available in the kitchen.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”Observed chemical spray bottles stored beside single use articles under counter in main kitchen.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(c) - storage, separation (p)”Observed pesticides stored under dish machine in main kitchen.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(6)(l) - restricted use pesticide (p)”Observed PIC not able to demonstrate knowledge of the risk factors as noted in top section of inspection.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(1)(a)-(c)1,4,5,6-14,15, 16 - demonstration of knowledge (pf)”Observed multiple food items (deli meats and cheese slices) stored in WIC with no datemark.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”Observed PIC not trained by CFSM on the safety of food preparation and service.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1-.03(3)(d) - certified food safety manager responsibility”Observed no paper towels at handwash sink.
−4 points · Cited as “null”Observed employee with no hair restraint.
−3 points · Cited as “null”Observed employee wearing bracelet on wrist.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”Observed back door left cracked open in main kitchen.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed hood vent system with an accumulation of dust and grease in main kitchen.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(n) - exhaust ventilation hood systems, designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping on food/equipment (c)”Observed employee personal items around the kitchen: personal tumbler, keys and purse on counters in main kitchen.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)”B85October 1, 20256 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, handwashing & hygiene and cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed multiple food items (pulled pork, sausage, boneless chicken, sausage, boiled eggs & shredded cheese) held in the facility longer than 7 days.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)”Observed no paper towels at handwash sink. Maintenance stated dispenser needed to be worked on.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)”Observed multiple food containers storing pasta noodles with an accumulation of debris.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed microwave and tracks of ice machine lid with an accumulation of debris.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”Observed employee with no hair restraint.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”Observed employee wearing bracelets on wrist.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”A99January 16, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving facility upkeep.
Observed hood vent system in main kitchen with dust/grease accumulation build up.
−1 point · Cited as “null”A97June 5, 20241 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation involving plumbing & water.
Observed food thawing in sink under hot running water. Corrective Action: PIC changed water to cold water. Discussed importance of using cold over hot water and that it the food will be safer that way.
−3 points · Cited as “null”A92November 8, 20237 violations
Inspectors recorded 7 violations, 1 of them critical, involving plumbing & water, cleaning & sanitizing and facility upkeep.
Observed multiple pipes in the kitchen leaking and causing an accumulation of water on the floor, Leaking pipes under the produce sink, 3 comp sink and dish machine.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”Observed ham being thawed in the product sink.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(t) - food preparation (c)”Observed scoops stored in flour, corn meal, and sugar with scoop handle in contact with the food.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed multiple areas of kitchen not in good repair due to a lack of maintenance. Hood vent system not working at all, gaskets on freezer door is broken and falling off, heavy accumulation of grease on dry stock shelving.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Observed areas of the kitchen built with bare wood. Bare wood was observed with mold like substances growing on it from the humidity and water.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(g) - wood, use limitation (c)”Observed multiple areas of the kitchen with heavy grease and food debris accumulation. Areas such as floors and baseboards, ceiling tiles, and under shelf on prep tables. Likely extra grease due to hood vent system failing.
−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)”Observed the hood vent system not operating at all. PIC stated fan had been broken and she reported it multiple times.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(n) - exhaust ventilation hood systems, designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping on food/equipment (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 115-1092. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.