MassArt Eat Cafe
FAILFriday, February 10, 2023 at 3:33 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Several items (Chop squash onions eggplant) reading 50-55F for 30-40 min per PIC.Maintain items 41F or below. PIC removed items to the blast chiller Discussed cold holding with the PIC
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.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood filters above the fry station observed with soils.Clean to remove soils.
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.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Repair the commercial sanitizer dispenser at the 3 bay sink. PIC stating work order is being addressed. Sanitizer mixed at an alternate location(starbucks)
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.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Clean the exterior cover of the grease barrel to remove spills.
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.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Remove/repair out of service ice machine.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
L1
2023 Health Permit is not paid.Provide proper payment. I discussed with the PIC to Email ISDHealth@boston.gov to request a bill and one time payment link.
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements