LA CHIVA RESTAURANT
PASSFriday, January 10, 2020 at 7:19 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-502.11-PF
Variance Requirement (Pf)
Establishment is making their own sausage and drying it for days at a time at room temperature / Discontinue. Review and approval by the board of health are required for a specialized process.
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.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Observed an employee washing dishes with liquid soap and rinsing with water / Discontinue and set up 3 bay sink to wash rinse and sanitize dishes.
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.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Thawing (C)
Frozen raw beef patties and chicken thawing at room temperature / Discontinue as discussed. Under refrigeration under cold running water or as part of the cooking process. Manager moved to refrigeration
Why This Matters
SURFACE CONTAMINATION: Room temperature thawing allows surface to reach 70°F+ while interior frozen. Bacteria multiply 7-fold every hour. Creates perfect conditions for Salmonella, Campylobacter growth. Major factor in poultry-related illnesses.
Code Requirements
Approved thawing methods ONLY: Under refrigeration (best), Under cold running water (70°F) in sink, In microwave if cooking immediately, As part of cooking process. NEVER at room temperature. Plan ahead for slow thawing.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Equipment walls and floors with visible grease build up and other soils / Provide a deep cleaning to remove.
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.