Did Chilacates pass their Boston health inspection?

Chilacates FAILED their Boston health inspection on March 16, 2020 with 12 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is Chilacates located?

Chilacates is located at 658 CENTRE ST, Boston, MA.

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Q: What critical health violations were found at Chilacates?

Critical violation: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P). 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.

FAIL

Monday, March 16, 2020 at 4:14 PM

Address

658 CENTRE ST

Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-302.11-P

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

walk in/properly store all raw meats

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠ MAJOR 590.002/2-501.11-PF

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

provide vomit clean up kit

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. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2

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⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-302.14-PF

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

3 bay sink/provide proper amount of sanitizer to provide proper ppm of sanitizer provide proper set up of sink wash rinse and sanitize

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

lower restroom/provide paper towels in dispenser

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

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• MINOR 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

certification expired in 2019/provide updated certification

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(C) | FDA Code: Section 2

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• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

basement/bulk food storage/provide smooth non porous ceiling

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

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• MINOR 590.003/3-305.12-C

Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

remove reach in and bulk storage bins from storage under possible sewer line

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

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• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

properly label all pipes in basement

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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• MINOR 590.005/5-501.17-C

Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)

provide covered waste receptacles in both restrooms

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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• MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

basement/clean floor areas under and around all shelving

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-201.16-C

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

basement/provide smooth easily cleanable ceiling

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

basement/clean and organize all rooms/remove all unnecessary items restrooms/provide self closing doors

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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Chilacates

Violations Cited

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

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