Seoul Tteokbokki
PASSMonday, September 23, 2024 at 5:13 PM
Violations Cited
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)
Observed employee handling rice with bare hands- Product was discarded and the employee washed her hands and put on gloves
Why This Matters
Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
Priority violations noted on the inspection report- Review with all staff
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(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)
Handwashing sink in the lower level partially blocked by shelving- Move to allow full access to sink Handwashing sink in the kitche nand in the lower level with equipment in them- Maintain clear for proper handwashing
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.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Thawing (C)
Observed beef defrosting in a bucket in the lower level- Reviewed proper thawing methods and corrected
Why This Matters
SURFACE CONTAMINATION: Room temperature thawing allows surface to reach 70°F+ while interior frozen. Bacteria multiply 7-fold every hour. Creates perfect conditions for Salmonella, Campylobacter growth. Major factor in poultry-related illnesses.
Code Requirements
Approved thawing methods ONLY: Under refrigeration (best), Under cold running water (70°F) in sink, In microwave if cooking immediately, As part of cooking process. NEVER at room temperature. Plan ahead for slow thawing.
590.008/8-201.13-C
When a HACCP Plan is Required (C)
Establishment is using rice in a sushi rolling machine without a HACCP Rice was at 120F without acidification Products was removed and placed in refrigeration to properly cool
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.