Chez Tata Restaurant
FAILTuesday, July 16, 2024 at 3:55 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-205.15-P
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed water leaking under the prep sink and stagnant water on the floor. Clean to remove stagment water. Contact licensed plumber to repair air gap. Provide an invoice from a licensed plumber.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
No towels at the hand sink behind the counter and at the hand sink in the kitchen. Provide proper means to dry 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 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed flies in the back room and in the kitchen. Provide a detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator.
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Food not properly covered/protected inside the walk in refrigeration unit. Provide lids/ covers.
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.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Observed open crab cans and open vegatable cans being stored inside the refrigeration unit in the back room. Provide food grade containers and discontinue using open cans. Observed boxes and equipment being stored behind the line observed boxes and pot and pans being stored in the walk in refrigeration unit. Provide proper storage at least 6 inches off the floor.
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.
590.004/4-501.16-C
Warewashing Sinks Use Limitation (C)
Observed soiled pot pans and dishes being stored in the 3 bay sink. Provide a cart or table to store the soiled equipment and ensure proper procedures for wash rinse and sanitize.
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)
Observed frost build up in the freezer located in the back room. Clean the interior and exterior of the freezer unit. Remove frost build up. Observed ice/frost build up dripping into an open container inside the freezer. PIC removed open container. Remove open cans. Observed grease build up in the interior exterior of the fryolator. Clean to remove grease build up. Observed grease build up on the hood vent. Hood expires at the end of the month. Clean to remove grease build up.
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.
590.004/4-903.11-C
(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)
Observed pots pans and dishes not being properly stored. Ensure all pots pans and dishes are being stored inverted.
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed heavy soil and debris on the floor throughout the kitchen front counter area and back room. Clean all floors to remove heavy soil and debris. Clean under all shelving. Observed heavy soil build up on the walls behind the prep sink and 2 bay sink. Clean to remove. Observed soil on the floor inside the bathroom. Clean and organize bathroom. Remove any unnessarry items. Observed soil and debris on the counters in the back room. Clean counter tops and remove any unnessary items.
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
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Observed equipment and other trash items being stored in and around the trash area. Remove all unnessary items clean and organize around the trash area.
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.