South End Pizza & Grill
FAILWednesday, May 10, 2023 at 3:54 PM
Violations Cited
590.007/7-204.11-P
Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)
5/10/23 Sanitizer solution set up in bucket is over 200PPM Chlorine - Remove and set up sanitizer solution at the correct concentration at least 50PPM not over 100PPM
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Observed ready to eat sliced deli meats stored in refrigerated units over 24hrs per PIC without date marking. Provide date marking on all ready to eat foods stored in refrigerated and held over 24hrs per PIC.
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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Observed upright refrigerated units / freezers with food debris inside. Clean to remove all food spills Observed grease build up on sides of cooking grill / fryolater. Clean to remove all build up
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Handsink in front had tubing from the AC hooked up to it when I arrived - PIC removed as if I didn't notice it the tubing was still around the handsink- Remove the tubing completely and discontinue hooking it to the handsink.
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.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Observed squeeze bottles with out labeling of food name. Provide labeling of common name of food item stored.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on tables. Remove and maintain wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
5/10/23 Front door wide open during operating hours- Keep doors closed to prevent and control the pest and vermin. PIC COS
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.