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Sorelle Cafe

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Friday, September 27, 2024 at 3:31 PM

Address
280 CONGRESS ST
Financial District, MA 02110
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
35 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.004/4-703.11-P

Hot Water and Chemical-Methods (P)

High temperature dish machine rinse temp 121F / Irreversible temperature measuring device reads 150F / Repair machine to provide 180F-194F rinse temperture. Machine will be taken out of service. There is a 2 bay sink on site that can be used with a detergent no rinse sanitizer until machine is repaired.

Why This Matters

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Skipping steps leaves bacteria and food residue on 'clean' dishes. Studies show improper warewashing spreads bacteria to 73% of dishes. Major cause of Norovirus outbreaks affecting hundreds.

Code Requirements

Follow 5-step process: 1) Scrape/pre-rinse, 2) Wash in 110°F water with detergent, 3) Rinse in clean water, 4) Sanitize for 30 seconds minimum, 5) Air dry (no towel drying). Post procedure at sink. Train all staff.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-602.11-PF

Food Labels (Pf)

Grab and go salads and mixed fruit cups without labels / Provide labels with list of ingredients

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Dish machine appears to be leaking during cycle / Repair

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department