Neponset Cafe
FAILFriday, March 8, 2019 at 7:19 PM
Violations Cited
03-3-501.16(A)
Cold Holding
Bean sprouts observed being left out at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure all potentially hazardous foods are being maintained at below 41F. Cooked pork observed being stored on top of flip top cooler with a elevated temperature of 47F. Discontinue and ensure all potentially hazardous foods are at below 41F. All other foods inside of the unit were at below 41F.
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
41-7-201/04.11
Separation/Sanitizer Criteria
Sanitizer in buckets registering at well over 200ppm. Discontinue and ensure all staff have been trained on how to set up and test sanitizer so it is at the appropriate concentration. Sanitizer solutionwas remade at the time of the inspection.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
08-3-305-307.11
Food Protection
OPen container of eggs observed being stored directly above ready to eat produce inside of the 2 door refrigeration unit. Discontinue and store appropriately to ensure no cross contamination from raw eggs.
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.
14-4-202.11
Food Contact Surfaces Design
Sponge being used at the 3 bay sink. Discontinue use.
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.