Pho Le
PASSFriday, July 14, 2023 at 5:49 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Raw whole eggs stored above vegetables in basement walk in. PIC corrected
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.
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
High temperature dishwasher is not getting to 160F at the plate. After trying four times. PIC has a call in to have serviced. Gauge is reading 167F. PIC will use three bay sink until repaired.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Bulk food containers must have labels on them to whats inside.
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 storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Provide wiping cloth buckets on cooking line and prep areas.
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.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
As discussed removed all tools on top of ice machine in basement.
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.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean exterior of bulk food containers. Clean shelves on cooking line. Clean wire shelves in walk in. Clean all in place cooking equipment from carbon build up and grease and grime on top.
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.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean hood filters on cooking line. Hood sticker good until Aug 2023
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean floor under cooking equipment in the basement and inside walk in.
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
590.006/6-201.16-C
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)
Clean ceiling tiles on cooling line. Heavy stains above woks.
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