NEW YORK FRIED CHICKEN & PIZZA
FAILMonday, December 13, 2021 at 5:44 PM
Violations Cited
590.002/2-301.14-P
When to Wash (P)
At the time of Inspection I observed Staff Cleaning food contact equipment with gloves on then cleaning area He did not remove gloves nor wash hands he went on cooking. - PIC had him remove gloves then wash hands- Discontinue doing other duties without properly washing hands
Why This Matters
ILLNESS TRANSMISSION: 70% of foodborne outbreaks traced to poor handwashing. Unwashed hands after restroom carry 10 billion bacteria including E. coli. One contaminated hand can spread bacteria to 7 surfaces in 10 seconds. Causes 48 million illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
Wash hands for 20 seconds minimum with soap and 100°F water: After restroom ALWAYS, Before food prep, After touching face/hair/clothing, Between raw and ready-to-eat foods, After handling garbage, Every 30 minutes during continuous prep, After any contamination risk.
590.003/3-101.11-P
Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Frozen chicken in freezer has ice crystals - I had PIC remove and discard and replace with another batch - Discontinue serving frost bitten food that is not honestly presented. COS
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
a number of Flies in the kitchen area- Provide a detail pest control report from a licensed pest control company
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.003/3-501.11-C
Frozen Food (C)
Cases of French Fries that says Keep Frozen was completely thawed inside walk in cooler- Advised PIC to take previously delivered cases and place in Freezer.- COS
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.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood Ventialtion is expired- Provide a detailed report from Licensed Hood ventilation company
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Stove and fryolator is heavily soiled also microwave- Clean to remove soils Clean the outer exterior of lowboy unit.
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.