El Triunfo Restaurant / Ali Baba
FAILThursday, October 6, 2022 at 7:02 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.14-P
Cooling (P)
Black beans cooked previous day at 62F. Discarded by PIC. Retrain staff to use thermometer and cool foods to 41F before covereing and storing. Use shallow metal pans not plastic containers for cooling.
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.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Food Labels (Pf)
Desserts for sale in self-service cooler without labels. Discontinue selling packaged foods for self-service without labels. Guidance provided via email.
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.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Hand sink in kitchen without towel dispenser. Staff using towels at cookline. Provide towels at hand sink.
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.