Park 54 Restaurant and Lounge
PASSThursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Observed raw chicken being stored in the flip bar next to the vegatables. Staff removed the raw chicken and placed in the proper order. Ensure staff is trained on proper storage of raw foods.
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.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Observed pans being stored in the mop sink. Ensure staff is not storing pans in the mop sink. Observed soil on the large mixer. Ensure mixer is being cleaned and sanitized after every use.
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.
590.003/3-602.11-C
Food Labels (C)
Observed 2 large bins with no labels. Provide labels to both bins located near the back door.
Why This Matters
Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients
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.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Observed both cutting boards are scored/worn. Provide new cutting boards.
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.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker expired in Jan 2025. Owner stated they just came out and cleaned the hood that they forgot to put the sticker on the hood. Hood looked clean. Contact company to update sticker.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.