Did ALEX'S CHIMIS pass their Boston health inspection?

ALEX'S CHIMIS passed their inspection on April 14, 2023.

Where is ALEX'S CHIMIS located?

ALEX'S CHIMIS is located at 358 CENTRE, Boston, MA.

ALEX'S CHIMIS

PASS

Friday, April 14, 2023 at 5:13 PM

Address

358 CENTRE

Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

✓ Corrected

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Staff using aprons to dry hands after washing them - provide an ample supply of paper towels and make them available at all designated hand sink locations

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of rodent activity in the rear of the kitchen / trash area - address as discussed

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

✓ Corrected

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Post all necessary certificates as discussed

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(C) | FDA Code: Section 2

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• MINOR 590.003/3-302.12-C

✓ Corrected

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Label all bulk food storage bins as discussed

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 storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.003/3-304.12-C

✓ Corrected

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Discontinue using plastic containers without handles to dispense starches - commercial grade utensil with handles only

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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

✓ Corrected

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Set up as discussed

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

✓ Corrected

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Elevate all foods off the floors of the kitchen as well as the walk-in unit

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 storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.004/4-101.16-C

✓ Corrected

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Discontinue to use when cleaning pots and pans

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.004/4-101.19-C

✓ Corrected

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

resurface rusted sections of the metal shelves inside the walk-in

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

✓ Corrected

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Clean vents where needed to remove heavy grease and grime

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean exterior of all cooking equipment - interior exterior of all refrigeration / freezer units from visible food spills

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.005/5-203.13-C

✓ Corrected

Service Sink (C)

Maintain clean - remove any standing water

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5

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• MINOR 590.005/5-501.15-C

✓ Corrected

Outside Receptacles (C)

Clean to remove all loose trash and debris scattered around the trash barrels - ensure lids are kept on tightly when not in use

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5

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• MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C

✓ Corrected

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Clean the floors and the lower sections of the walls behind all cooking equipment from visible grease and soils

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-201.13-C

✓ Corrected

Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)

Repair all compromised floor tiles in the food prep locations of the kitchen

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-501.16-C

✓ Corrected

Drying Mops (C)

Discontinue keeping in use mops stored directly on the floors of the restaurant - elevate as discussed

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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ALEX'S CHIMIS

Violations Cited

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Service Sink (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Outside Receptacles (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Drying Mops (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

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