Monumental Meat Market
FAILThursday, April 29, 2021 at 7:29 PM
Violations Cited
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Pastelitos in plastic containers at front service counter from an undetermined source. Provide documentation product is from a wholesale distributer or discontinue sale
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(A). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Pastelitos stored on service counter in ambient air- Voluntarily disarded at the time of the inspection
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.
590.004/4-602.11-P
Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)
Numerous pieces of equipment in meat area including but not limited to the meat grinder cutting board and slicer with soils Knives placed in holder with dried soils Clean equipment with proper frequency
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Numerous areas throughout establishment where additional storage shelving has been added with unfinished wood. All surfaces in the establishment must be smooth durable nonpourous and cleanable- Repair
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.