Did Golden Chef pass their Boston health inspection?

Golden Chef passed their inspection on August 19, 2020.

Where is Golden Chef located?

Golden Chef is located at 1495 DORCHESTER AV, Boston, MA.

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Q: What critical health violations were found at Golden Chef?

Critical violation: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P). 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.

PASS

Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at 5:53 PM

Address

1495 DORCHESTER AV

Dorchester, MA 02122

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-302.11-P

✓ Corrected

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Raw whole eggs stored in walk in above beef and vegtable store in floor.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

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(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

PIC will need to review with staff proper locations to wash hands proper food storage and general cleaning of location

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2

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⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-302.14-PF

✓ Corrected

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

PIC will need to provide test strips for bleach. Quats test kit available.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF

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Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Hand sink in back room blocked with trash barrels large tubs of food multiple small containers and other boxes. PIC removed and will need to discontinue to block 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 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5

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• MINOR 590.003/3-304.12-C

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In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Discontinue to store knife between prep table and other equipment.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

✓ Corrected

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

PIC will need to provide a sanitizer bucket for wiping cloth being used on cooking line and prep areas.

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

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• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

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Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Multiple food containers stored on the floor under the shelves and uncovered in walk in. Discontinue and store properly as discussed.

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

✓ Corrected

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Hood filters soiled with grease build up. Hood sticker expired May 2020. PIC stated getting cleaned Friday 8-7-20.

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-501.12-C

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Cutting Surfaces (C)

Clean to remove deep dark stains on cuttinf boards on cooking line.

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

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• MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C

✓ Corrected

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

PIC stated that he took off the doors to the mops sink. Put them back on. The mop sink is in an area that food prep is taken place.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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

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• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

✓ Corrected

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean walls on cooking line Floor under and behind equipment. Both visibly soiled.

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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Golden Chef

Violations Cited

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

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