Star Food Mart
FAILThursday, September 4, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-701.11-P
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Multiple expired foods through out the store. Ham in the refrigeration unit frozen meals in the freezer snacks across from the cash register. Spoke to the PIC and asked him to go through the store and ensure staff is trained on expired foods. Food items can goods need to be dusted and cleaned. Clean to remove dust
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
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.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Observed frozen food items in the freezer unit sticking to the shelves. PIC stated that the freezer is not working properly. Items are frozen to the shelf. Contact licensed company to repair freezer. Provide invoice.
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.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Observed items being stored in the back room on the floor. Ensure items are being stored 6 inched off the floor.
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.
590.006/6-501.113-C
Storing Maintenance Tools (C)
Observed mops being stored on the floor in the back room. Provide proper storage.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Observed slush machine and coffee machine being stored on the back stairs. Remove Basement is filled with equipment shelving items. PIC stated that everything in the basement is from the previous owner. The basement needs to be clean organized and decluttered. Remove all unnessary items ensure all items are 6 inches off the floor. Remove crates and sweep up the grounds in the trash area.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Observed a soiled bathroom. Clean toliet sink and walls in the bathroom
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.