El Jefe's Taqueria of Northeastern
FAILThursday, September 16, 2021 at 5:48 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-202.110-P
Juice Treated-Commercially Processed (P)
"Fresh squeezed" orange juice sold in self-service cooler without label indicating it is not pasteurized. Removed by PIC. Discontinue selling orange juice without proper labeling.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Food Labels (Pf)
Items for sale in self-service cooler without correct labeling information: horchata and flan. Discontinue selling prepared foods without correct labels as per labeling information emailed to PIC.
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 food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Breakfast menu indicates eggs may be undercooked to order but does not contain a consumer advisory with the reminder or a disclosure.
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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Pan of raw chicken stored on top of raw beef in walk-in cooler. Do not store raw chicken above any other foods; always store below. Corrected on site.
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.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Pipe under hand sink at cook line lekas water. Repair as necessary.
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.