AFC Zenshi @Star Market No. 3577
PASS W/ CONDITIONSThursday, January 5, 2023 at 5:08 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Packaged sushi with crab meat in retail case 46F removed and returned to properly cool after prep. Crab salad on top of prep unit 48F. Refrigeration unit 41F Salmon 39F -ok
Why This Matters
RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.
Code Requirements
Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.
590.008/8-103.12-P
Conformance with Approved Procedures (P)
Lab result on file 12/30/21 - Update & include current lab results.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
Permit not renewed for 2023. 8-301.11 Certified Food Protection Manager unfamiliar with proper manual warewashing steps (was scraping soiled cutting board into rinse bay and spraying sanitizing hose over cutting board to sanitize rather than submerging into bay) - Retrain. Food waste should be scraped into trash before submerging into clean wash bay rinse then submerge into full sanitizing tub.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-204.112-PF
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)
Food thermometer on site not working properly - Provide working thermometer
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Remove paper towels from inside container of fish - store properly with food grade material
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-301.13-C
Drain boards (C)
Recommend drying/drainage rack at end of warewashing machine on flat table top after rinse to allow clean equipment to drain properly and not pool water.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
L1
Permit not renewed for 2023 8-301.11
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements