Sweet Rice
FAILWednesday, August 9, 2023 at 5:38 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Multiple cut vegetables stored out at room temperature. Must be store at or below 41F. Cook tofu out at room temperature. Must be store at or below 41F or hot held at 135F.
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.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
One hand sink blocked with lids to bulk food containers and the other was clogged with rice. Hand sinks are for hand washing only.
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)
PIC will need to provide labels for bulk food containers small and large. Sauce bottles will also need labels.
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)
PIC will need to set up sanitizer bucket on cooking line and basment prep.
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.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Discontinue to store product on the floor in walk in and on cooking line. Remove all tim foil from shelves and equipment on the cooking line. Peeling in spots.
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.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean in place cooking equipment shelves in kitchen and basement prep clean and paint shelf at top of stairs that is peeling. Clean interior and exterior of refrigeration equipment. Remove mold on wall at low temperature dishwasher. Clean the top and the area where chemicals come out on dishwasher. Clean bulk food containers and sauce bottles.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean hood filters on cooking line and the holders. Hood due this month. Have hood cleaned or provide a date when it will be done.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Clean to remove deep dark scores on cutting boards in kitchen and sushi prep area.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.16-C
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)
Clen walls on cooking line behind equipment along side of the hood and in prep area. Clean ceiling a/c vent above cooking line. Soiled and rusty. Clean floor under and behind cooking equipment refrigeration units grease trap and under low temperature dishwasher. soiled.
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition