Kwench Juice Cafe
FAILMonday, December 11, 2023 at 7:23 PM
Violations Cited
590.002/2-301.14-P
When to Wash (P)
Observed PIC not washing hands when a customer came in and ordered a juice drink. Ensure proper hand washing in between task.
Why This Matters
ILLNESS TRANSMISSION: 70% of foodborne outbreaks traced to poor handwashing. Unwashed hands after restroom carry 10 billion bacteria including E. coli. One contaminated hand can spread bacteria to 7 surfaces in 10 seconds. Causes 48 million illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
Wash hands for 20 seconds minimum with soap and 100°F water: After restroom ALWAYS, Before food prep, After touching face/hair/clothing, Between raw and ready-to-eat foods, After handling garbage, Every 30 minutes during continuous prep, After any contamination risk.
590.005/5-201.11-P
Approved-Materials (P)
Observed a water leak in the ceiling near the 3 bay sink. Water on the floor. Clean to remove water on the floor. Repair leak in the ceiling.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
No active manager control. Provide a manager who can monitor food safety. Manager could not propery set up the 3 bay sink. Sanitizer was under 100ppm We instructed the PIC how to set up the 3 bay sink. After properly setting up the 3 bay sink the sanitizer was 400 ppm (this is the manufactors instructions 200-400ppm)
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.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
No vomit and diarrhea kit onsite. Provide a kit. Will send over instructions.
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.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Observed mold-like substance inside the ice machine. Clean to remove. Clean exterior of all equipment. Clean to remove soil.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-202.12-PF
Handwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)
Handsink temperture 55F at the onset of the inspection. PIC was instructed to turn the hot water on. Water Temp 84F before we left. Ensure that the hot water is on at all times for handwashing and warewashing.
Why This Matters
WITHOUT HOT WATER: Bacteria removal drops by 75%. Studies show proper handwashing with hot water and soap removes 99.9% of bacteria, while cold water only removes 25%. This dramatically increases risk of spreading E. coli, Salmonella, and Norovirus - responsible for 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks.
Code Requirements
Immediate action required: Provide hot water (100-120°F) at ALL handwashing sinks. Install water heater if needed. Temporary solution: heat water for handwashing until repairs complete. Staff must wash hands every 30 minutes, after touching face/hair, handling raw foods, using restroom.
590.003/3-304.12-C
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Observed plastic cup inside ice machine. Remove and provide a scoop with handle to prevent 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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.