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Taste of Eden

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Monday, March 25, 2019 at 2:19 PM

Address
38 NORFOLK ST
Dorchester, MA 02124
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
57 inspections
24 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.14

Cooling

Large pan of rice and beans inside of the walk-in cooler that was used for a catering event from the previous day with an elevated temperature of 54F (as stated by management). Discontinue and ensure proper cooling methods are in place. Cooked rice and beans were voluntarily disposed of at the time of the inspection. Management stated at the time of the inspection that the rice was not being used for service but for food cost purposes.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
• MINOR 23-4-602.13

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Several storage shelves near the compressor of the walk-in cooler visibly soiled and with a rust like substance. Clean to remove and resurface.

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11

Installed and Maintained

Pipe under the hand sink next to the 3 compartment sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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 29.5.201
• MINOR 34-5-501.111/.115

Outside Storage Improperly Maintained

Outside dumpster with the lid left open. Discontinue and ensure the lid remains closed in between uses.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 34.5.501
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