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All Star Pizza Bar

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Monday, September 11, 2017 at 5:25 PM

Address
204 CAMBRIDGE ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
FS
Violations
9 total
⚠️ 4 critical
Facility History
15 inspections
6 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-602.11 B2

Labeling of Ingredients

Multiple items in grab and go case (cheese cakes cups of juice salads) without proper label. Provide proper labels with allergen declaration address of the business and ingredients.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 01.3.602
⚠️ CRITICAL 12-2-301.12-.15

Adequate Handwashing/Where/When/How

Food worker not observed to be washing hands with proper frequency between changing tasks. Provide frequent adequate handwashing between changing gloves and tasks.

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 12.2.301
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11

PIC Knowledge

Allergen awareness certificate from former employer posted. Provide current.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper management & personnel procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-103.11

PIC Performing Duties

CFPM not monitoring proper labeling of retail items and food containers. CFPM not monitoring proper setup at warewash and sanitizing of equipment allergen certification & employee handwashing. Provide active managerial control as it is defined in the 1999 food code.

Why This Matters

EXTREME RISK: Without active management, ALL five CDC risk factors go unchecked. Studies show restaurants without certified managers have 2.5 times more critical violations. Lack of supervision leads to: temperature abuse (bacteria double every 20 minutes), cross-contamination spreading pathogens, sick employees working with food, improper cooking allowing pathogen survival. This single violation enables conditions for major outbreaks.

Code Requirements

PIC MUST: Be present during ALL operating hours; Hold valid food safety certification; Actively monitor employee health and hygiene; Ensure proper cooking, cooling, and holding temperatures; Verify foods from approved sources; Monitor handwashing compliance; Ensure equipment properly sanitized; Take immediate corrective actions for violations; Demonstrate knowledge to health inspector; Train and supervise all food employees.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Designate qualified PIC immediately; If no certified manager available, cease operations; Implement active managerial control system; Create monitoring logs for all CDC risk factors; Retrain management on responsibilities; Post PIC duties checklist

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(B) | FDA Code: Section 2-103.11
• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12

Food Container Labels

Dry flour storage bin in basement not labeled. Provide proper label.

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 19-4-501.18-.110

Wash Rinse Water Clean Proper Temperature.

Three compartment sink not properly setup. Provide wash/rinse/sanitizer waters at proper temperature and sanitizer dillution.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 19.4.501
• MINOR 24-4-903.11

Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage

Dough containers stored as clean directly on floor in basement with evident food soils. Wash/rinse/sanitize/air dry store elevated 6" off the floor in protected areas.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 24.4.903
• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

Old water heater in back alley. Remove.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 34.5.501
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

Old out of use inoperable dish washer at warewash area. Remove.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 42.6.501
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