Kaju Tofu House
FAILThursday, July 20, 2023 at 4:27 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.18-P
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Disposition (P)
Several food items at lower level walk-in without date marking. Provide.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Shelves at lower soiled . Clean properly. Small refrigerator used for egg storage with soiled interior. Clean properly.
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.
590.004/4-903.11-C1
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
Several not in use pans and a cutting board on the floor at lower level. elevate properly.
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.