Great Taste Bakery and Restaurant
FAILWednesday, August 4, 2021 at 4:02 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
3 Cases of raw eggs observed being left out at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure all eggs are being maintained at below 45F. Eggs to be removed and placed into a walk-in cooler that is at below 41F.
Why This Matters
RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.
Code Requirements
Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.
590.007/7-206.13-P
Tracking Powders Pest Control and Monitoring (P)
Tracking powder observed being in the restuarant at the time of the inspection. DISCONTINUE use of TRACKING POWDER unless otherwise authorized by the 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
590.003/3-304.12-C
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Knives observed being stored in between coolers. Discontinue and ensure all knives are being store in a clean and protected manner.
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.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
Containers of food observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and esnure all foods are being stored a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
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.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Copper pipe near the small walk-in freezer in the first basement area appears to be drippig with condensation (possibly needs to be re-wrapped with insulation). Address and re-wrap copper piping. Pipe under the single bay sink is leaking. Repair.
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.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Long cutting board on top of deli cooler near Wok station heavily scoared and visibly soiled. Clean to remove resurface 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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Metal storage rack near the Wok station with cacked on foods. Clean to remove. Hand sink near the 6 top burner haevily soiled. Clean to remove. Single and 6 top burners near the Wok station with excess carbon build-up. 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.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
Evidence of fruit fly activity noted both in the main kitchen and basement storeage area's. Address. Pest control reports were up to date at the time of the visit.
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.