Shaw's Supermarkets No. 2579
PASS W/ CONDITIONSFriday, March 29, 2024 at 6:51 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
2 items on the wing bar - Chicken tenders 130F Chicken wings 130F- PIC removed and one of the of employees reheated both items. Ensure that the wing bar is being monitored for temperature control and that the food is not being stacked to high in the pan. 3/26/24- Spoke to the PIC and Kenny who is in charge of preparing the chicken. Kenny was knowledgeable on cooking cooling and heating procedures. Temperature logs were current. We discussed making sure all times are written down per batch. Chicken tenders were 125F and plain tenders were 130F on the left hand side of the unit same side of the unit as before. Kenny removed both pans of chicken tenders and PIC had him cover that side of the unit. PIC will put in an order to have the wing bar serviced. Discontinue using that side of the unit until repaired. Ensure that the food items placed in this unit are being temped properly. 3/29/24- Wing Bar - Chicken wings- 118F Chicken tenders 123F - Looked at the temperature logs from the past few days and times were not written down on the logs. I spoke with both managers today- Syeda and Jay and we went over the logs. Jay stated he is pulling the wings and tenders from the wing bar and will not use that side. Discontinue using the 4 pans on the left hand side and ensure that staff is following procedures in regards to the temperature logs.
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.
590.004/4-501.16-C
Warewashing Sinks Use Limitation (C)
Employee in the meat department stated that they use the 3 bay sink for thawing foods. They do not have a prep sink in the meat prep area. Provide a prep sink for thawing foods. 3/26/24- PIC Jay stated he would send over the SOP for the prep sink he is waiting on approval.
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.