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STALEX RESTAURANT

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Friday, September 14, 2018 at 6:27 PM

Address
140 NORFOLK ST
Dorchester, MA 02124
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
53 inspections
21 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16(A)

Cold Holding

At the time of the re-inspection cold cuts inisde of the deli cooler had elevated temperatures between 50-52F. Discontinue and ensure all potentially hazardous foods are being maintained at below 41F. PIC stated that the cooler door had been left open and possibly contributed to the elevated temperatures of the deli meats. Discontinue and ensure all potentially hazardous foods are being maitnained at below 41F. At the time of the inspection all other foods inisde of the unit were at below 41F.

Why This Matters

THE DANGER ZONE KILLS: Between 41°F-135°F bacteria double every 20 minutes. At 70°F, 10 bacteria become 10,000 in 2 hours, 10 million in 4 hours. Staphylococcus aureus produces heat-stable toxins that cooking cannot destroy. Clostridium perfringens causes 1 million illnesses yearly from temperature abuse. Listeria grows even under refrigeration, killing 20% of victims including pregnant women and newborns.

Code Requirements

ALL TCS foods MUST be held at 41°F or below at ALL times. This includes: All meat, poultry, seafood; Dairy products; Cut melons, tomatoes, leafy greens; Cooked rice, pasta, potatoes; Tofu, soy products; Sprouts; Garlic in oil. Check temperatures every 2 hours (4 hours maximum). If above 41°F for less than 2 hours, rapidly cool. If above 41°F for 2-4 hours, use immediately. If above 41°F for over 4 hours, DISCARD.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Check ALL refrigerated foods NOW; Discard any food above 41°F for >4 hours; Rapidly cool foods 41-70°F if <4 hours; Repair/adjust all refrigeration immediately; Reduce inventory to prevent overstocking; Install thermometers in warmest part of all coolers; Implement 2-hour temperature checks; Create power outage procedure

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(D) | FDA Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
• MINOR 05-4-302.12
✓ Corrected

Food Thermometers Provided

Food thermometer on site was not operational at the time of the inspection. Replace.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 05.4.302
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

Containers of cheese and other food products observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discotinue and store all foods elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground. Dirty mop and bucket observed being stored leaning against bulk food containers of flour. Discontinue and store mop and bucket appropriately.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 15-4-202.16
✓ Corrected

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Deli style cooler observed with an elevated temperature of 44F. Discontinue use of the unit unless it is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. PIC to remove foods at the time of the inspection.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 15.4.202
• MINOR 17-4-204.112/.115
✓ Corrected

Equipment Thermometers

No equipment thermometer observed inside of the single door cooler. Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 17.4.204
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department