Jim's Restaurant and Deli
FAILWednesday, January 3, 2024 at 4:00 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-403.11-P
Reheating for Hot Holding (P)
Buffalo mac and cheese removed from oven at 98F for hot holding. Returned to oven for reheating to 171F. Reheat all foods for hot holding to 165F prior to placing into hot holding.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat
590.003/3-501.15-PF
(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)
Foods cooling coveredin plastic containers in refrigerator. Chicken soup 135F chicken breast 80F Chicken breast cooked in the last hour. Spread out cooked foods on metal pans to cool thoroughly. Do not cover until cooled to 41F within time requirements
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-101.19-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Walk-in freezer and refrigerator floors lined with soiled cardboard. Discontinue using cardboard to cover floors.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Floor under cookline equipment with soils and debris. Breakfast station refrigerator with spills and soils. Clean all areas to avoid attracting pests.
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.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Dead mice on traps in basement. Discard dead pests to prevent contamination. Provide current pest report
Why This Matters
DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.
Code Requirements
Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.