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PETIT ROBERT BISTRO

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Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at 1:36 PM

Address
480 COLUMBUS AV
South End, MA 02118
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 3 critical
Facility History
88 inspections
43 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16
✓ Corrected

Hot Holding

red bliss potato holding on shelf over oven at 98F.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-103.11
✓ Corrected

PIC Performing Duties

PIC on site at time of Inspection had no idea how to test glass washer. Staff Couldn't set up 3 bay sink test Sanitizer when asked.Prep cook preparing foods in Kitchen yet had no idea what cold foods hot food temperatures are as well as cooking Cooling and reheating temperatures are. Staff Couldn't explain any information pertaining to Employee Health.

Why This Matters

EXTREME RISK: Without active management, ALL five CDC risk factors go unchecked. Studies show restaurants without certified managers have 2.5 times more critical violations. Lack of supervision leads to: temperature abuse (bacteria double every 20 minutes), cross-contamination spreading pathogens, sick employees working with food, improper cooking allowing pathogen survival. This single violation enables conditions for major outbreaks.

Code Requirements

PIC MUST: Be present during ALL operating hours; Hold valid food safety certification; Actively monitor employee health and hygiene; Ensure proper cooking, cooling, and holding temperatures; Verify foods from approved sources; Monitor handwashing compliance; Ensure equipment properly sanitized; Take immediate corrective actions for violations; Demonstrate knowledge to health inspector; Train and supervise all food employees.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Designate qualified PIC immediately; If no certified manager available, cease operations; Implement active managerial control system; Create monitoring logs for all CDC risk factors; Retrain management on responsibilities; Post PIC duties checklist

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(B) | FDA Code: Section 2-103.11
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-201.11/.14 .15
✓ Corrected

Non-Compliance w/Employee Health Policy

Staff interviewed at time of Inspection couldn't explain Employee Health policy information nor refer to posted material. Provide.Although you have it postal-several staff can't read it as Posted.(Translate).

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper management & personnel procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

• MINOR 21-3-304.14
✓ Corrected

Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

Wiping Cloths lying on counters and equipment.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 21.3.304
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