Hojoko
FAILThursday, August 24, 2023 at 3:54 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.18-P
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Disposition (P)
Numerous RTE items in refrigeration with datemarking outside of the 7 day limit- Products removed at the time of the inspection and voluntarily discarded and denatured Properly monitor RTE product dates
Why This Matters
LISTERIA GROWTH: Unlike other bacteria, Listeria grows in refrigeration. After 7 days can reach dangerous levels. Causes severe illness in pregnant women (20% miscarriage rate), elderly (20% mortality). 1,600 illnesses, 260 deaths annually.
Code Requirements
Date mark ALL ready-to-eat TCS foods: Day prepared = Day 1, Use within 7 days, Mark with prep OR discard date, Include on labels: date, product name, initials. DISCARD unmarked foods. Train all staff on system.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
Establishment is providing space for brunch service for the Verb Hotel located in the same building. Per an interview with the PIC at Hojoko- The Verb is resposible for the brunch service. Verb employees monitor the breakfast service. Hojoko is sharing refrigeration space and warewashing with the Verb for food service Discontinue use of the space within Hojoko for use by The Verb Hotel
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(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of heavy small black flyactivity at the bar upstairs- Provide updated pestcontrol report
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.