Omni Boston Seaport - Lifted Pool Bar
PASSTuesday, November 2, 2021 at 5:49 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Reduced oxygen packaged pork belly without date marking. Unknown days since product was placed into service. Disposed of by PIC. Reduced oxygen packaged pastrami dated prepped 9/28 use by 10/12. PIC stated product had been frozen after producing and recently thawed. R.O.P. items may only be held for 14 days and if frozed should be labeled with correct "use by" date. 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 590.003. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-502.11-PF
Variance Requirement (Pf)
PIC stated that cooked garlic and olives stored in oil for more than 14 days. DIscontinue storing olives and garlic in oil for extended shelf life without confirmation from ISD that product is safe.
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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Thawing (C)
Reduced oxygen packaged fish filet thawed in walk-in cooler. Puncture plastic packaging prior to thawing to prevent proliferation of c. botulinum. Corrected on site.
Why This Matters
SURFACE CONTAMINATION: Room temperature thawing allows surface to reach 70°F+ while interior frozen. Bacteria multiply 7-fold every hour. Creates perfect conditions for Salmonella, Campylobacter growth. Major factor in poultry-related illnesses.
Code Requirements
Approved thawing methods ONLY: Under refrigeration (best), Under cold running water (70°F) in sink, In microwave if cooking immediately, As part of cooking process. NEVER at room temperature. Plan ahead for slow thawing.