Side Bar Food & Spirits
PASSTuesday, August 25, 2020 at 7:11 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
There is a homestyle refrigerator/freezer in the kitchen that is not working very well cheese on the door is 48F cheese in the drawer 47F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below (items out of temperature were discarded)
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.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
The employees were not sure if there was a vomit cleanup kit. Provide and train employees in procedure. (procedures and kit details emailed to the manager)
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. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.