State Street Channel Center Cafe
PASSFriday, November 22, 2024 at 2:16 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Observed cooked chicken stored on salad bar self station / service line @ 60F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC removed and stored in blast chiller. COS
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(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC Rosemery stated via telephone the voluntary closure to the food service due to a solar panel outage of all refrigerated units / walk ins on September 19th; PIC stated all foods were disposed; never reported to ISD Health Divison at the time; Instructed PIC to submit documentation to how foods were discarded / disposed; Provide all work oreders for repairs. PIC stated parts ordered and estimated time of repairs within 30 days **Please contact ISDHEALTH@BOSTON.GOV prior to opening to schedule follow up inspection*** Spoke with ISD Health supervisor - authorized Voluntary Closure until November 1st
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(D). 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 non-operating walk in cooler / upright 2 door refrigerated unit @ salad station / open air case. Provide repairs to all equipment to ensure proper operations for capacity of food volume
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.