El Pelon
PASSFriday, June 7, 2024 at 4:00 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.14-P
Cooling (P)
Products in the walkin refrigeration unit including cooked pork and cooked vegetables with temperatures above 41F The container of cooked pork with heavy condensation on the tight fitting lid and cooled fat on the top of the products at 67F The container of cooked vegetables again with heavy condensation on the tightly closed lid was at 56F Per datemarking and confirmation by employees the products were made yesterday 05/29/24. Both products were removed at this time and voluntarily discarded by the PIC Reviewed proper cooling procedures at this time- Review with staff
Why This Matters
TOXIN FORMATION: Clostridium perfringens spores survive cooking and germinate during slow cooling. Produce toxin that causes violent illness. Responsible for 1 million illnesses annually. Large batches can take 24+ hours to cool unsafely.
Code Requirements
Cool rapidly using: Shallow pans (2 inches max), Ice baths with stirring, Blast chiller, Cut large items into portions, Add ice as ingredient. NEVER cool at room temp. NEVER stack hot containers. Monitor with thermometer. Document cooling times.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Cutting boards stored in the lower level with heavy scoring and soils- Repair or replace
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.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Mop sink in the lower level is not properly draining- Plumber scheduled to be on site today Make proper repairs
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.