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CAFE PODIMA

FAIL

Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at 3:43 PM

Address
168 CAMBRIDGE ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
37 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF
✓ Corrected

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Paper towels missing at front handsink. 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 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Cold holding unit behind counter not operating properly. Internal temperature 56F. Discontinue use of equipment until it is repaired and operating properly. Repair/Replace

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 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Heavily food soils and smudges on exterior of all refrigeration equipment. Clean to remove Food spills and and leaks on top of freezer chest in basement. Clean to remove

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
• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C
✓ Corrected

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Water leaking from ceiling in prep area. Currently no prep is being done in area. Per pic the leak is from the ac unit and the repair is being addressed today. Repair and continue to not store or prepare any food in the area. Clean area thoroughly and provide a work order to confirm repairs are done by a licensed technician.

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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