Grove Hall Convenience
FAILTuesday, March 15, 2022 at 3:43 PM
Violations Cited
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Cooked chicken and beef pastelitos being made from home and sold at the retail level. Discontinue all sales of Pastelitos made from a private home.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(A). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Cooked chicken and beef pastelitos being left out at room temperature. Disocntinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above.
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.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
At the time of the inspection the 2022 Health Permit had not been paid in full. Ensure payment has been made with any additional fees that may accrued.
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.
L1
Violation 8-304.11 being issued for the non-payment of the 2022 Health Permit. Address and ensure payment is made along with any additional fees that have accrued.
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements