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Friday, July 29, 2022 at 2:55 PM

Address
275A SHAWMUT AV
South End, MA 02118
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
30 inspections
16 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-403.11-P

Reheating for Hot Holding (P)

Cooked beef reheated to 122F in steam table within 30 minutes Reheated to 172F. Retrain staff to use thermometer to confirm foods for hot holding are reheated to 165F.

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 590.003/3-501.17-PF

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Containers of grated cotija cheese without date mraking. Date all prepped foods held more than 24 hours to ensure product rotation.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper temperature control 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

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

No temperature recieving logs for foods delivered from commissary location. Provide logs that record receiving temperature date initials and corrective actions. Instruct staff to reject any items delivered out of temperature control.

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 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Mouse droppings in basement under shelves. Clean and monitor for activity. Consult licensed pest control as needed.

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
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