Pikalox
PASSThursday, April 17, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.14-P
Cooling (P)
About 6lbs of chicken empanada mix stored in deep container prepped the night before observed temp 50F-53F . PIC to retrain staff on cooling methods. PIC voluntarily discarded the products
Why This Matters
TOXIN FORMATION: Clostridium perfringens spores survive cooking and germinate during slow cooling. Produce toxin that causes violent illness. Responsible for 1 million illnesses annually. Large batches can take 24+ hours to cool unsafely.
Code Requirements
Cool rapidly using: Shallow pans (2 inches max), Ice baths with stirring, Blast chiller, Cut large items into portions, Add ice as ingredient. NEVER cool at room temp. NEVER stack hot containers. Monitor with thermometer. Document cooling times.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC to retrain staff on all P's and PF's violations noted on the inspection report.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior and exterior of multiple refrigeration unit observed soiled with visible hand prints. Cook range and cook line observed soiled flat grilled observed soiled by carbon build up. Clean and sanitize to remove
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Warewashing handsink observed blocked by multiple dishes. Discontinue and maintain accessible at all time to prevent contamination by hands. Corrected on site by PIC Observed additional hand washing by staff during the inspection
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Floor behing and under cooking equipments observed soiled with visible grease grime floor under 3 bay sink observed soiled with debris accumulation floor inside walking freezer observed with ice build up. Clean to remove.
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