Rockmart, Polk County

Black Mountain Coffee

212 S MARBLE ST ROCKMART, GA 30153

Food
Latest score
98
Jan 15, 2026
City
Rockmart
County
Polk
Inspections
5

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Jan 15, 2026

Followup

Score: 982 violations

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

The most current inspection report is not prominently displayed in public view, within 15 feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor or in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. CA: most current inspection must be posted as described

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple scoops stored on top of containers of product/lids with handles in contact with handles CA: Pic must ensure utensils are stored properly COS: removed utensils and stored properly

Jan 9, 2026

Routine

Score: 679 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(c) - when to wash (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food service employee take orders and handle POS equipment, and handle customer cards and then begin preparing food without first washing hands and place hat on then prepare food without washing hands CA: Food employees must wash hands when changing tasks Cos:Instructed on proper handwashing and employee proceeded to wash hands

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed milk cold holding in RIC in main kitchen and cheesecake holding in RIC in front food service area above 41 degrees F (see temp log).

CA: TCS foods shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above.

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employees not trained properly as necessary for their job CA: PIC must ensure employees are in compliance with risk factors

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(3)(a) - food safety manager certification (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

No food safety manager present for establishment CA: PIC must ensure there is a CFSM for the establishment

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed water bottle on counter above SSA along with other employee personal items. CA: PIC must ensure if drinks are kept in food service area they are in a disposable cup with a lid and straw COS: moved items

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no paper towels at hand sink in main kitchen area.

CA: Each handwash sink shall be supplied with drying provisions.

COS: PIC gathered paper towels.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed employee preparing drinks while wearing a watch and bracelet on wrists.

CA: Employees may not wear jewelry (expect a single plain smooth band) including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed wet wiping cloths stored on counters between uses CA: wet wiping cloths must be stored submerged in sanitizer at proper levels between uses COS: removed cloths from use

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple scoops stored on top of containers of product/lids with handles in contact with handles CA: Pic must ensure utensils are stored properly COS: removed utensils and stored properly

Aug 15, 2025

Routine

Score: 934 violations

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(a) - handwashing cleanser, availability (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed no hand soap at handwash sink. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. COS: Employee obtained hand soap for handwash sink.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(b) - hand drying provision (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed no paper towels at handwash sink. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; heated-air hand drying device; or hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. COS: Employee obtained paper towels.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee with no hair restraint. CA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints (ex: hats or visors) and have hair past shoulder length pulled back. COS: Employee obtained hair restraint.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee wearing bracelets on wrist. CA: Food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands except for a plain ring such as a wedding band while preparing food. COS: Employee removed jewelry, washed hands before engaging in food preparation.

Nov 5, 2024

Routine

Score: 942 violations

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee food items (Candy, Sandwich) in front food service reach in cooler above food products. CA: PIC to designate area for employee food.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed leak from pipes underneath front service area. System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; maintained in good repair. CA: PIC to have repaired by correct by date.

Oct 5, 2023

Initial

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.