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DeKalb Checkers rechecked after flies found ‘throughout’ kitchen

Georgia has rules it requires every food service operation to follow. These are just a few of the many health and safety regulations. Food service operations without a permit are illegal. Employees must know how to prevent foodborne illness and the symptoms of those illnesses. Food must be kept at the correct temperatures to prevent pathogens from growing. Employees must meet standards of cleanliness while working around food. If health laws are not met, the food service's permit may be suspended.
By Joshua Sharpe
June 27, 2018

Update: The restaurant has passed a re-inspection with a 90. Read the new report: here.

Original:

A DeKalb County Checkers failed its recent health inspection with various issues.

The restaurant, located at 2388 Wesley Chapel Road, outside Decatur, received a 55 on Monday, according to the inspector's report.

The problems in the report include flies “throughout” the kitchen, including on food; tomatoes still “in service” after they should’ve been thrown out; and food debris and dirty water on the floor.

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A Checkers representative didn’t respond to a request for comment.

Restaurants that fail are typically rechecked within 10 days.

Checkers

2388 Wesley Chapel Road, Decatur

Score: 55

Report: here.

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