Papa John's Pizza #459
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
70
Score
Papa John's Pizza #459, located at 553 W Oglethorpe Hwy in Hinesville, GA, underwent a moderate risk inspection on March 3, 2026. This inspection identified two major and three minor violations, including issues with a certified food protection manager, proper storage of toxic substances, and in-use utensil storage. Across three scored inspections, Papa John's Pizza #459 has historically received mostly medium-risk ratings.
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Critical latest
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Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
70
Feb 18, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
64
Jul 5, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
45
Violations — Mar 3, 2026 Inspection
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed food service establishment did not have a CFSM certificate posted in public view. Attempted finding out who the CFSM is for the store via the PIC but she was unaware. CA: CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. Facility will have 30 days to provide a copy of the CFSM certificate to Liberty County EH.
511-6-1.03(3)(c)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a clear spray bottle used to store toxic chemicals without a label to identify the contents. Per further conversation with the PIC she identified that the chemical stored in the bottle was sanitizer. COS: PIC wrote sanitizer on the bottle. CA: Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scoop sitting handle down inside of bulk flour, ham, sausage, diced tomatoes, onions, and bacon. COS: PIC adjusted all scoops so that the handle was above the food items. CA: During pauses in food preparation utensils shall be stored so that the handle is above the food item at all times.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed clear pans on the clean dish racks were being stored while still wet. COS: PIC took the pans that were still wet and lined them next to one another. CA: Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed back door would not shut completely and when closed it was not tight fitting. CA: All doors must be self closing and tight fitting to prevent the entrance and harborage of pest and rodents.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
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Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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