Gyu Kaku
FAILMonday, December 4, 2023 at 5:21 PM
Violations Cited
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC is not following pest control company recommendations with multiple contributing factors to pest activity noted during complaint generated inspection this day. Provide active managerial control.
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.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Several mice droppings are present as observed under multiple booth seat in the dining room of the establishment near rear exit door thresholds under cooking element electrical boxes at tables. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Buildup of soils under cookline equipment grease and oils under fryers. Buildup of soils under booth seats mice droppings under multiple booths seats. Clean to remove all visible signs of filth under around & behind equipment and seating throughout the kitchen & dining room. Cleaning issues noted on most recent IPM report from Ecolab dated 10/13/23
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.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Rear door off kitchen with what appears to be gnaw marks on door sweep rear double door off dining room does not close with a seal and as noted on most recent pest report dated 10/13/23 from EcoLab. Seal all openings with pest proof materials. Follow recommendations of the pest control report.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.