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Clay Pot Cafe

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at 6:06 PM

Address
74 KNEELAND ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
36 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003(C)/3-301.11-P

Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)

Employee observed slicing ready to eat ginger while not wearing gloves. Discontinue and ensure there is no bare hand contact with ready to eat foods.

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(C) | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.11-PF

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

No soap at the hand sink in the main kitchen area. Provide.

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 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Soiled wpiing cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Disocntinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.

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 590.003/3-305.12-C

Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Bowl of lettuce observed being stored under the drainage pipe from the hand sink. Discontinue and store all foods in a clean and protected manner.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Card board being used to line the top of the 2 door cooler. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth.

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 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Hood Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Aug 2021. Address and provide up to date tags.

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

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