Pimentel Market
PASSTuesday, February 27, 2024 at 3:42 PM
Violations Cited
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Home made pastelitos observed store at the counter for sale Discontinue. 12 pastelitos was denature with bleach.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(A). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-101.11-P
Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Oranges are being semi-peeled pineapple are being peeled and cut and placed in plastic bag for sales. Discontinue only sell whole as discussed.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Homemade Pastelito observed store at counter temperature 95F. No equipment for properly cooking or heating foods. Discontinue. Product was denature with bleach.
Why This Matters
RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.
Code Requirements
Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Permit is for Retail Foods only not serving prepared foods. No facilities on site for properly heating or holding hot food or facilities for properly washing equipment or utensils. Also there is no Certified Food Protection Manager. Discontinue sale of pastelitos and selling semi peeled oranges and pieces of pineapple.
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.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Multiple cases of milk and juice observed stored onn the ground. Elevate and discontinue.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Interior of ice cream and produce refrigerator observed soiled. Clean and sanitize.
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.