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Roxy's Gourmet Grilled Cheese No. 1

FAIL

Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 4:25 PM

Address
1 CITYWIDE ST
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
MFW
Violations
2 total
Facility History
25 inspections
6 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11

Installed and Maintained

Faucets at handwash and warewash sinks in disrepair . Hot water still available at hand sink for proper hanwashing. Repair hot water faucet at warewash sink.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 29.5.201
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

Heavy build-up of soils under service counter and drink counter. Clean to remove of soils.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department