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HONG KONG CHEF

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Monday, January 10, 2022 at 5:56 PM

Address
889 DORCHESTER AV
Dorchester, MA 02125
Category
FT
Violations
12 total
⚠️ 3 critical
⚠ 4 major
Facility History
8 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.002/2-301.12-P

Cleaning Procedure (P)

Upon arrival I observe the cook preparing food I went to wash my hands before I started inspection and the water was ice cold and it took awhile before the water became hot. I educated the PIC that proper handwashing must take place and to have the chef wash his hands before further preparation takes place. - Train Staff to properly wash hands before shift and the preaparation of foods

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-304.11-P

Food Contact with Equipment Utensils and Linens (P)

Heavily soiled knives on clean knife rack and soiled pots and pans on counter tables stoves all areas- Clean properly to remove soils and sanitize then air dry.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-206.11-P

Restricted Use Pesticides Criteria (P)

Under food Prep table was a bug pesticide bottle- with pesticide inside.- PIC immediately removed- Discontinue using this pesticide in restaurant. Provide a Detail report from a licensed Pest control company to rid of roaches and rodents.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

PIC not properly training staff on handwashing before starting cooking or preparaton of foods not properly cleaning food contact equipment and surfaces no proper training of staff on Illness policy and vomit and diarrhea kit not doing self pest control and proper use of 2 bay sink and providing correct deterngent/sanitizer to clean equipment. Provide Proper training for all listed above.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.002/2-501.11-PF

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

No Vomit and diarrhea kit available- Provide Supplies and instructions on how to properly clean up a vomit and diarrhea episode.

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. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-303.11-PF

Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)

The PIC is currently using a 2 Bay sink to Clean equipment and not using the proper detergent to properly clean equipment - Provide the proper detergent/sanitizer to use specifically for a 2 bay sink or provide a 3 bay sink with the proper sanitizer solution. I provided the PIC a name of a specialized detergent/sanitizer used specifically for a 2 bay sink. Provide

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Handsink in Kitchen has alot of plastic containers and boxes in front and on side of handsink- Remove all from in front of handsink ro make it easily accessible to staff.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Wiping cloths stored on food contact equipment soiled- Provide sanitizer solution to store wiping cloths

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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Hood Ventialtion is soiled and expired- Provide a detailed hood cleaning from a licensed hood ventilations company.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-301.13-C

Drain boards (C)

At the time of inspection there were no drain boards to drain clean food contact equipment- Provide a clean drain board stainless steel one for clean and one for soiled equipment.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Refrigeration exterior and interior bottoms is soiled and debris- Clean to remove soils. Stove is soiled with food products from previous night - Clean to remove soils fryolators is greasy and encrusted grease along the sides and interior bottoms- Clesan to remove soils and encrusted grease.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Floors and clutter from the entrance of the restaurant behind the counter- Cleand to remove soils and unnecessary clutter from floors

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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