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Miel Brasserie

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Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 3:35 PM

Address
500 ATLANTIC AV
Boston, MA 02210
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
40 inspections
7 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16(A)

Cold Holding

Foods inside of the deli style cooler near the cooking line on the first floor kitchen with elevated temperatures between 48-50F.PIC stated the the foods had just been prepared approximately 2.5 hrs prior. Ensure all piotentially hazardous foods are being maintained at below 41F before being placded out for service. All foods were removed at the time of the inspection.

Why This Matters

THE DANGER ZONE KILLS: Between 41°F-135°F bacteria double every 20 minutes. At 70°F, 10 bacteria become 10,000 in 2 hours, 10 million in 4 hours. Staphylococcus aureus produces heat-stable toxins that cooking cannot destroy. Clostridium perfringens causes 1 million illnesses yearly from temperature abuse. Listeria grows even under refrigeration, killing 20% of victims including pregnant women and newborns.

Code Requirements

ALL TCS foods MUST be held at 41°F or below at ALL times. This includes: All meat, poultry, seafood; Dairy products; Cut melons, tomatoes, leafy greens; Cooked rice, pasta, potatoes; Tofu, soy products; Sprouts; Garlic in oil. Check temperatures every 2 hours (4 hours maximum). If above 41°F for less than 2 hours, rapidly cool. If above 41°F for 2-4 hours, use immediately. If above 41°F for over 4 hours, DISCARD.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Check ALL refrigerated foods NOW; Discard any food above 41°F for >4 hours; Rapidly cool foods 41-70°F if <4 hours; Repair/adjust all refrigeration immediately; Reduce inventory to prevent overstocking; Install thermometers in warmest part of all coolers; Implement 2-hour temperature checks; Create power outage procedure

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(D) | FDA Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12

Food Container Labels

Sevreal squeeze bottle in the first floor kitchen with no labels. Provide.

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

Boxes of food observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in freezer on the 4 th floor. Discontinue and store elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Deli style cooler in the first floor kitchen near the pastry preparation table with an elevated temperature of 46F. PIC stated that all the foods inside of the unit had just been prepared in the morning. Discontinue use unless the unit is abole to maintain a temperature below 41F. All foods were removed at the time of the inspection and placed into the walk-in cooler that was operating below 41F.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 15.4.202
• MINOR 16-4-501.11/.15

Dishwashng Facilities

Final rinse temperature dish machine near the employee cafeteria only reaching 170F. Address and make any necessary repairs. Facilities was on site at the time of the inspection to address the issue.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 16.4.501
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11

Installed and Maintained

Pipe under the hand sink in the 4 th floor kitchen not attached. Parts have been ordered anupon arrival will be installed. Adiitional hand sink in the same kiktchen is to be used until repairs have been made.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 29.5.201
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department