EL MONDONGUITO
PASSWednesday, December 18, 2024 at 5:24 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Observed raw shell eggs and produce stored together in upright refrigerated unit. Discussed with PIC to ensure all raw and ready to eat foods are properly stored seperately. COS
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.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Observed Certified Food Protection manager certificate expired. Instructed PIC to submit confirmation of registration for course to the Health Division immediately. List provided via email
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.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Observed bulk containers without labels of identification. Label all bulk containers with the common name of food items stored inside.
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.
590.003/3-304.12-C
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Observed utensils stored in stagnant water at steam table. Remove and maintain clean and sanitized utensils on clean surface.
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Sponges Use Limitation (C)
Observed sponges used at warewashing bay. Discontinue the use of sponges
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.