Did Nicole's Jamaican Plain pass their Boston health inspection?

Nicole's Jamaican Plain FAILED their Boston health inspection on January 13, 2022 with 11 violations including 1 critical violations.

What critical health violations were found at Nicole's Jamaican Plain?

Critical violation: Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use (P). This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Where is Nicole's Jamaican Plain located?

Nicole's Jamaican Plain is located at 367 CENTRE ST, Boston, MA.

Nicole's Jamaican Plain

FAIL

Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 7:10 PM

Address

367 CENTRE ST

Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.004/4-102.11-P

Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use (P)

Discontinue the reuse of aluminum pans as they are only made for a one time single use - pans cannot be cleaned and sanitized properly

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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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⚠ MAJOR 590.003(C)/3-301.11-PF

Preventing Contamination from Hands (Pf)

Hand sinks shall be free from clutter and debris and easilyaccessible - currently both sinks have utensils inside the basin - discontinue practices

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(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(C) | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

No allergen awareness certificate on site - expired food safety certificate - address as discussed

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(C) | FDA Code: Section 2

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• MINOR 590.002/2-402.11-C

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

No hair re3straints worn by prep cook addressed immediately

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2

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• MINOR 590.003/3-302.11-C

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Keep all foods elevated off the floors a minimum of sic inches during storage

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Set up as discussed - one for raw foods and one for ready to eat foods - label buckets clearly to reduce potential confucion

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean inside of the refrigeration / freezer units where needed from food spills stains and soils

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Clean to remove all soils and built up debris

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.004/4-901.12-C

Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)

Discontinue discarding rags on the floors and on top of cutting boards - store used rags properly as discussed

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean all areas containing food spills stains and soils where needed especially behind the cooking line

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-201.16-C

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Remove all visible soils and rusted areas to the vents in the ceiling behind the front counter area

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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Nicole's Jamaican Plain

Violations Cited

Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Preventing Contamination from Hands (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Why This Matters

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