Great Taste Bakery and Restaurant
PASSWednesday, August 18, 2021 at 3:37 PM
Violations Cited
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.
590.006/6-501.111-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.