CHAU CHOW
FAILTuesday, January 3, 2023 at 4:00 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Open container of raw eggs observed being stored directly over ready to eat cooked lobster. Dioscontinue and store all foods properly to ensure no cross contamination from raw eggs.
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Small metal bowl being used to dispense out of the bulk food container filled with sauce. Discontinue and use a handled scoop in order to prevent contamination from hands.
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.
590.002/2-401.11-C
Eating Drinking or Using Tobacco (C)
Evidence of smoking inside of the establishment. Discontinue all smoking inside of the building and provide a designated location.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
Containers of meats and other food products observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in coolers and freezers. Discontinue and esnure all foods remain 6 inches off the ground.
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.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Card board being used to line shelf where oil is being stored. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth. Seal around the base of the toilet bowl in teh main kitchen appears to be leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. Portion of the stainless steel ceiling tile loctaed in the basement walk-in freezer is damaged and separating from the actual ceiling. Address and make any necessary repairs.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Interior of the front sliding glass door cooler visibly soiled and with food dberis. Clean to remove. Floor under the dumpling steam table visibly soiled adn with food debris. Clean to remove. Floor in rear storage room near the filtration tanks with what appears to be a grease like substance. Clean to remove. Ceiling in teh side room located directly under the main kitchen restroom with peeling paint and possible water damage. Address and resurface. Hevy ice/frost build-up observed around the basement freezer door not allowing it to properly close. Address defrost and 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.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Small sump pump located in the basement preparation area does not appear to be functioning properly. Address and either repair or replace. Grease trap located near the filtration tanks is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. Replacement grease trapis on site wating to be installed.
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.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Portion of flooring in the main kitchen restroom appears to be damaged and sagging. Address and make any necessary repairs.
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Portion of ceiling near the main entrance to the kitchen sagging and with water damage. Address and make any necessary repairs.
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean