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Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 6:24 PM

Address
650 CENTRE ST
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
61 inspections
29 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-403.11-P
✓ Corrected

Reheating for Hot Holding (P)

Full pot of rice pilaf left over from previous day. Removed from refrigeration and placed in warmer and then on range in deep rice pot Unknown how long product was out of temperature at 86F-94F. Review proper reheating procedures or prepare rice daily. Rice removed. Repeat violation.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF
✓ Corrected

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Multiple food and non food contact surfaces with heavy grease drippings and carbon build-up (hand grill chargrill top range fryer) Clean walls behind 3-bay sink soiled. Clean exterior of multiple refrigeration units from soils and dried foods. Knives soiled - clean. Exterior of microwave - remove soils and dried foods. Wash rinse sanitize all food non food equipment to remove soils. Repeat violation.

Why This Matters

Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.003/3-302.12-C
✓ Corrected

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

Food storage containers with oils not labeled. Label with common name. Repeat violation.

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
• MINOR 590.003/3-307.11-C
✓ Corrected

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Prep table has been placed to the right of the hand-sink without a separation or barrier. Relocate or provide effective barrier.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Dish machine not operating. Repair records will show parts unavailable. Will replace in the future. Utilizing 3 comparment sink until replaced.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.008/8-201.13-C
✓ Corrected

When a HACCP Plan is Required (C)

Acidification requires a HACCP plan / variance for perservation. Discontinued. Is purchasing commercially packaged pickles. Will contact for revaluation at a later date.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.008 | FDA Code: Section 8
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