Mister Q Cafe
FAILThursday, January 18, 2024 at 3:59 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-404.11-PF
Treating Juice (Pf)
Fresh juice machine for " Orange juice" does not have any information informing the customer that the juice has NOT been heat treated [ pasturized ] the HSP is not aware of this - provide signage clearly stating the juice has not been pasturized and is not recommended for the HSP [ young children - pregnant women - customers with compromised immune systems - elderly ] address as discussed
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.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Ensure all foods offered under cooked on the menu are clearly and properly identified accordingly with a disclosure / reminder [ * eggs any style - *steak tips - *Burgers ]
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.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RISK: Average person sheds 50-100 hairs daily. Each hair can carry up to 1 million bacteria. Staphylococcus aureus from hair causes rapid food poisoning (1-6 hours) with severe nausea, vomiting, and cramps. Cannot be killed by reheating once toxin forms.
Code Requirements
All staff handling food MUST wear: hairnets, caps, or effective hair restraints covering all hair; beard nets for facial hair over 1/4 inch; no loose hair touching shoulders. Provide hair restraints for all staff immediately.
590.003/3-601.11-C
Standards of Identity (C)
Any and all foods packaged by the restaurant and made available for retail sale - need to have labels to properly identify the item as well as the ingredients [ baked goods -]
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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-601.12-C
Honestly Presented (C)
Ensure customers are aware that the " orange juice " sold at the facility is fresh squeezed meaning that it has not been pasturized - HSP should be aware of this - provide signage as discussed
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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-602.11-C
Food Labels (C)
Ensure all foods available for retail sale have proper labels describing the ingredients to properly oidentiy the content
Why This Matters
Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.