Ray’s Donuts #2 in Buford receives a 51% on their recent health inspection

Ray’s Donuts #2, located at 1955 Gravel Springs Rd, Suite B in Buford, received a score of 51 points out of a possible 100 points during their 03/06/2026 inspection by the Georgia Department of Public Health.

The violations noted by the inspector were:

Violation #1:
1-2A: .03(2)(a)-(n),(p)Several risk factor violations were observed during today’s inspection resulting in an unsatisfactory score as a result of an overall lack of active managerial control. It is the responsibility of the person in charge to ensure compliance with the food code by demonstrating active managerial control within their facility. (Pf)
Corrective Actions: Could not correct on-site. Please correct by 3/16/2026.

Violation #2:
2-1B: .03(5)(c)Observed employee crack eggs with gloved hands and then changed gloves (no handwashing) and proceeded to handle bacon bits. Employees must wash hands and exposed portions of arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single-service articles, and: 1) after touching exposed body parts; 2) after using the toilet room; 3) After caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; 4)after coughing, sneezing, using tobacco, eating, or drinking; 5) after handling soiled equipment or utensils; 6) during food preparation, as often as needed to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks; 7) when switching between working with raw food and working with ready-to-eat food; 8) before putting on gloves; 9) after engaging in other activities that contaminate hands; 10) a second time when entering the kitchen from using the restroom. (P)
Corrective Actions: PIC had employee discarded bacon bits and wash hands.

Violation #3:
2-2B: .03(5)(k)1&2Observed two disposable cups (no lid or straw) that were half consumed with coffee inside cups that were stored on the prep counter. Employees shall consume food and drink only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas (unless drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles). (C)
Corrective Actions: PIC discarded items.

Violation #4:
2-2D: .06(2)(o)Observed both hand sinks blocked by carts. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use and not used for purposes other than handwashing. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. (Pf)
Corrective Actions: PIC (person in charge) moved carts to make sinks accessible. ***THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION OF SAME CODE PROVISIONS***

Violation #5:
4-2B: .05(7)(a)1Build up of debris in ice machine and in microwave. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. (Pf)
Corrective Actions: Could not correct on site. Please correct by 3/16/2026.

Violation #6:
6-1A: .04(6)(f)Observed several TCS (time/temperature control for safety) items that were holding above 41F like cream cheese filling, half and half and iced coffee. Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. (P)
Corrective Actions: PIC discarded items.

Violation #7:
6-1C: .04(6)(d)Observed cooked chicken and potatoes cooling that will not meet cooling rate within time frame. TCS foods being cooled from 135°F to 70°F in 2 hours MUST cool 0.54°F per minute (roughly 32.5°F per hour). TCS foods being cooled from 70°F to 41°F MUST cool 7.25°F per hour (0.121°F per min or 29°F in 4 hours).
Corrective Actions: PIC discarded potatoes and chicken. ***SECOND REPEAT VIOLATION OF SAME CODE PROVISION***

Violation #8:
10D: .04(4)(d)Observed 5 working containers of icing and one of flour that were not labeled with common name. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food. (C)
Corrective Actions: PIC labeled items.

Violation #9:
11A: .04(6)(e)Observed cooling methods that were ineffective ways to cool TCS items for potatoes and chicken. Foods shall be cooled using one or more methods approved by the health authority (e.g., smaller batches, thinner portions, using rapid cooling equipment, stirring food in containers placed in an ice water bath, using containers that facilitate heat transfer and ice as an ingredient; placing items in the walk-in cooler or walk-in freezer partially or completely uncovered as long as the food is protected from overhead contamination). (Pf, C)
Corrective Actions: Educated PIC with effective methods to cool items like small portions and/or ice baths. ***SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION OF SAME CODE PROVISION***

Violation #10:
12B: .03(5)(h)Observed one employee with a watch that was serving donuts and two employees with rings and bracelets that were prepping food. Food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food (except for a plain ring such as a wedding band). (C)
Corrective Actions: PIC had employees remove jewelry and wash hands. ***SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION OF SAME CODE PROVISION***

Violation #11:
15A: .05(1)(a)Four raw wooden racks that facility was using to store food. Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be made of materials that do not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food and under normal use conditions, and shall be: (P) safe (P), durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent. In addition, materials shall be sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated warewashing and shall be finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Materials shall be resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion and decomposition. (C)
Corrective Actions: Could not correct on site. Please correct by 3/16/2026.

Violation #12:
15A: .05(6)(a)Observed an upright cooler with ambient air above 41F. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections .05(1) and .05(2) . (C)
Corrective Actions: Could not correct on-site. Please correct by 3/16/2026.

Violation #13:
15C: .05(7)(a)2,3Observed a build of debris on bottom of prep tables. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. (C)
Corrective Actions: Could not correct on-site. Please correct by 3/16/2026.

Violation #14:
18: .07(5)(k)Observed at least ten fruit flies near rack of donuts in middle part of kitchen. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; (C) 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; (C) 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under Rule .07(6)(e),(m),(n); (Pf) and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions.(C)
Corrective Actions: Could not correct on-site. Please correct by 3/16/2026.

Additional remarks:
NOTE: All cold and hot held temperatures were in compliance unless otherwise noted.
NOTE: Food coloring is used at this facility.
NOTE: Must have an allergen disclosure to inform customers of all allergens on site in facility.
NOTE: REPEAT VIOLATIONS WILL RESULT IN PERMIT SUSPENSION (2nd repeat for jewerly, cooling methods and cooling). Permit is suspended for three consecutive violations of operation of hand sink. On-site training was provided and permit was reinstated.
NOTE: Informal will occur on 3/16/2026 if items are not corrected by follow up. If items are not corrected by specified date, permit may be suspended.
NOTE: A follow up will be conducted within 10 days. Correct any uncorrected violations or permit may be suspended. Two consecutive unsatisfactory scores will result in permit suspension.
NOTE: A required additional routine will be conducted within 12 months.

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