Moxy Hotel
FAILFriday, March 4, 2022 at 4:10 PM
Violations Cited
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)
Staff oberved handling toasted bagel without gloves. Discarded on site. Gloves must always be worn when handling ready to eat foods.
Why This Matters
Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Case of raw shell eggs stored on top shelf of walk-in cooler. Store raw animal products below ready to foods. Corrected on site.
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Cooked eggs @ 50F and guacamole @ 54F at service line. Eggs had been cook within the last two hours. Guacamole had been prepped within last 30 minutes. Both items removed to walk-in cooler to cool thoroughly. Confirm that all prepped foods are cooled to 41F prior to placing into service.
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.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Retrain staff on importance of hand washing and when to wash. Retrain staff on when to wear gloves and when to change gloves.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Multiple containers of prepped foods without date marking. PIC identified foods prepped in the last 2-3 days. All prepped food held more than 24 hours must be date marked to ensure rotation and safety.
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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Food Labels (Pf)
Yogurt parfaits and sandwiches available in self-service retail cooler with correct labels. Labeling guideance provided via email. Discontinue offering unlabeled foods in self-service.
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 labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
No chlorine test kit for low temp dish machine. Provide chlorine test strips. Machine rinse 100ppm per ISD.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization 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)
Deli slicer observed soiled. When not in use slocer should be clean and sanitized.
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.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Hand sink at service line blocked by cart. Maintain hand sinks unobstructed to facilitate use.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Hand sink at service line out of paper towels. Second hand sink in prep kitchen out of paper towels. Hand sinks must have towels soap and hot water at all times.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.007/7-101.11-PF
Identifying Information Prominence-Original Containers (Pf)
Different chemical stored in surface cleaner bottle. Do not refill commercially packaged chemical bottles with different chemicals. Discarded by PIC
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.007/7-202.12-PF
Conditions of Use (Pf)
Multiple cans of insecticide observed below prep table in kitchen. Discarded by PIC. Consult licensed pest control for pest issues. Do not store or use insecticides on site.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-303.12-C
Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)
Hard cooked egg stored in water. Discontinue storing cooked eggs in water to avoid increased risk of contamination.
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 storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Interior of keg cooler with spills and mold-like substance. Clean and maintain to avoid possible contamination.
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.