Telfair County High School

458 S Third St, Mc Rae, GA 31055
School / Childcare
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Telfair County High School stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 23, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

By comparison, the average Mc Rae facility scores 88, putting Telfair County High School on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous food (cut lettuce) on an ice bath being cold held at 48°F, greater than the required 41°F or below. CA: Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be maintained at 41°F or below, except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Holding food above this temperature increases the risk of bacterial growth and foodborne illness. COS: Person in charge voluntarily discarded the lettuce and replaced it with properly cold-held product at the time of inspection.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed buildup of black residue on the interior surfaces of the ice machine.CA: Food-contact surfaces, including ice machine interiors, must be cleaned and sanitized at a frequency necessary to prevent the accumulation of soil, mold, or other residues. Failure to maintain the ice machine in a clean condition can result in contamination of ice, which is considered food. Person in charge stated the ice machine will be emptied, cleaned, and sanitized. A follow-up inspection will be conducted in 72 hours to verify proper cleaning.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
78
Apr 1, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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11B - plant food properly cooked for hot holding (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Broccoli was not cooked to 135 degrees Fahrenheit prior to hot holding. COS - Broccoli sent back to steamer to cook to 178 degrees Fahrenheit before placing in hot holding.
511-6-1.04(5)(c)
90
Aug 29, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cooling methods being used/observed for cut lettuce was not adequate in rapidly cooling the Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food on the salad bar. Lunch had not begun yet and the cut lettuce was still at 50F in a shallow ice bath. COS - Lettuce was rapidly cooled at the time of inspection before going back on the cold bar.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed a leak at one of the faucets on the 4-compartment dish sink. All plumbing must be in good repair.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
90
Apr 16, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Telfair County High School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Telfair County High School on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Telfair County High School compare to other restaurants in Mc Rae?

Telfair County High School most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Mc Rae average of 88.

Has Telfair County High School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Telfair County High School have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Telfair County High School means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Telfair County High School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Telfair County High School is inspected around three times per year on average.