Jumbo Seafood
FAILTuesday, July 19, 2022 at 3:40 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Raw chicken stored over clams. Raw shell eggs stored over sauces. Store raw meat and eggs below ready to eat foods and produce. Corrected on site.
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.003/3-403.11-P
Reheating for Hot Holding (P)
Cooked rice being reheated in rice cooker at 113F for unknown time. Discarded by PIC. Discontinue reheating rice in rice cooker.
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
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Container of hot and sour soup on counter at 80F for unknown time. Discarded by PIC. Hold soup at 41F or below. Bean sprouts on counter at 68F. Returned to refrigeration. Store bean sprouts cold at all times.
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.
590.004/4-702.11-P
Before Use After Cleaning (P)
Staff observed washing pot lid then returning to pot without sanitizing. Retrain staff to wash rinse and sanitize all food contact equipment and utensils. Lid was then washed and sanitized.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC needs to take active managerial control of warewashing. Retrain staff on the correct use of 3 compartment sink and how to set it up for washing. Retrain staff to keep cold foods refrigerated.
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.
590.003/3-203.12-PF
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Tag for clams not stored with clams. Keep tags with shellfish until all are sold then hold tags for 90 days.
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.
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)
No hand sink in basement. Discontinue food preparation in basement without a hand sink. Food handlers cannot prepare food without being able to wash hands as needed to prevent contamination.
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.
590.003/3-304.12-C
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Spoon for serving rice in 80F water. Store spoons in water over 135F.
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Soiled wiping cloths stored on counters. Store wiping cloths in sanitizer solution to prevent cross contamination.
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.
590.004/4-502.14-C
Shells Use Limitations (C)
Container of used clam shells in warewashing area. PIC state shells are used for display on plates. Discontinue reuse of clam shells.
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)
Spills and soils at bottoms of refrigeration units. Back splash above 3 compartment sink is soiled. Top of dish machine with soils. Floor under shelving in basement with debris and soils. Floor under refrigeration equipment in kitchen with soils and debris. Clean all areas to avoid attracting pests and contamination.
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.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Hand sink at steamer station leaks. Rinse bay of 3 compartment sink with leaking pipe. Repair plubming as needed to prevent water accumulating.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. 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 roach in corner of basement dry storage. Remove dead pests to avoid accumulation.
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.