Gourmet China House
FAILMonday, May 10, 2021 at 3:37 PM
Violations Cited
590.007/7-206.13-P
Tracking Powders Pest Control and Monitoring (P)
Discontinue all use of TRACKING POWDER (Boric Acid) in the Food establishment unless otherwise authorized from the City of Boston Health Department.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
No evidence of pests; Seal all openings; Remove harborage; Professional treatment when needed
590.003/3-501.15-PF
(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)
Diced onions in the deli style cooler with an elevated temperature of 59F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being properly cooled prior to being placed out for service. All other foods inside of the unit were at below 41F.
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.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
At the time of the inspection there were no test strips for the 3 bay sink. Provide in order to test sanitizer concentration accurately.
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.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior chute to the ice machine with a sludge like substance. Clean to remove.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings in the basement bakery preparation room. Evidence of what ppears to be droppings on the floor of the basement bakery preparation room. Clean to remove all and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection. Evidence of roach activity in the basement preparation area's.
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.002/2-401.11-C
Eating Drinking or Using Tobacco (C)
Evidence of smoking in the main kitchen area. Cigarette butts observed in the 3 bay sink. Discontinue any smoking inside of the establishment.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide proper sanitzing solution.
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.
590.003/3-305.14-C
Food Preparation (C)
Produce preparation observed being coducted in the main dining area. Discontinue and ensure all preparation is being conducted in a clean and protected area designated for preparation.
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.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Peice of untreated wood being used as shelf in between grill and coolers. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durabel and smooth. Crad board being used to line storage shelves in the basement storage/preparation area's. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth to help minimize any roach activity.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Storage shelf near the dumpling station visibly soiled and with food spills. Clean to remove. Severla storage shelves in the basement walk-in cooler visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
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)
Pipe under the first hand sink in the main kitchen area is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. Pipe under the hand sink in the basement area near the 3 compartment sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. Water filter going attached to the pipe going into the basement ice machine is leaking. Address and make any necessary 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.