Raffles Boston-Cafeteria
PASSWednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Items in the salad bar(Cole slaw 50F Chop cucumber 52F Chop tomato 54F Feta cheese 52F)reading 50-54F for 20-30 min. Maintain cold holding 41F or below PIC to remove to blast chiller to cool/hold 41F or below Discussed cooling & cold holding with the PIC
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.
L1
The 2025 Health Permit has not been paid. Provide payment PIC instructed to email ISDHealth@Boston.gov to request a bill and a payment link. A 24 hour notice to provide payment has been issued.
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements