Cafe Amalfi
PASSThursday, February 8, 2024 at 3:37 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-306.11-P
Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)
Fresh juices available for retail sale inside the open refrigeration cooler by the front counter are using lids with an open area to place straws in to - need to cover this area with a some form of barrier [ small sticker containg the ingredient list ] address as discussed
Why This Matters
Cross-contamination can spread dangerous pathogens throughout the facility
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.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
No signage anywhere in the facility stating " No pets / dogs allowed - " Service animals only" - observed glass food containers filled with dog bisquets inside the shoppe made available for free to customers with pets - company can apply for a " Vatience" that will allow dogs to be on site under the conditions listed in the varience - contact management in the health department for further details
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.
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Light blue cutting board behind the front counter has deep lacerations and visible soils from previous use - either clean to remove all visible soils or replace
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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Prohibiting Animals (Pf)
During inspection I observed two seperate customers with their dogs walk inside the facility without any inquiry from staff / manager - no signage by the entrance stating " service animals only - No pets allowed inside the shoppe - address
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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
No current food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site - address immediately
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.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Label all bulk food containers to identify the content [ no labels on what appears to be " honey " out for self service - plastic spray bottles without any indiction of what the content is - address
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean the shelves by the self service counter / coffee station from visible honey and sugar 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.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Clean to remove all power tools screwdrivers and any other items not affiliate with food service
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.