Amelia's Taqueria
PASSMonday, January 3, 2022 at 3:29 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-401.11-P
Raw Animal Foods-Cooking (P)
At the time of the inspection raw chicken was being cooked on the grill. Per an interview with the PIC chicken that was in the process of being removed from the grill would be cut up and placed in hot holding. At the time the chicken was removed from the grill and placed in a metal pan to be cut up the product had an internal temperature of 153-155F Employees must ensure chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165F or above before removing from the grill. Product was placed back on the grill and continued cooking to 171F
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.007/7-204.11-P
Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)
Chlorine sanitizer that was in use at the time of the inspection measured well over 200ppm Corrected at the time of the inspection
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC must ensure proper temperature and sanitizer perimeters are follwed at the establishment- Review with staff
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(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.