Teamoji
🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENTMonday, July 11, 2022 at 4:31 PM
Violations Cited
590.002/2-301.11-P
Clean condition-Hands and Arms (P)
Employees unable to properly wash hands with no hot water
Why This Matters
Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.15-P
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Per the PIC the water heater system is not working properly causing there to be no hot water- Make proper repairs by a licensed plumber
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Priority violations noted on inspection report Establishment was operating with no hot water available
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.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior panel of ice machine with buildup- Clean with proper frequency
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.
590.005/5-103.11-PF
Capacity-Quantity and Availability (Pf)
At the time of the inspection there was no hot water available due to issues with the plumbing. Following a phone conversation with my direct supervisor Diane Chalifoux Judge and Asst Commisioner Dan Prendergast the establishment voluntarily closed until repairs can be made.
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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Bulk food containers with no labeling-
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.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Thawing (C)
Observed partially defrosted meat products in the 3 bay sink at the tim of the inspection- Thaw foods properly
Why This Matters
SURFACE CONTAMINATION: Room temperature thawing allows surface to reach 70°F+ while interior frozen. Bacteria multiply 7-fold every hour. Creates perfect conditions for Salmonella, Campylobacter growth. Major factor in poultry-related illnesses.
Code Requirements
Approved thawing methods ONLY: Under refrigeration (best), Under cold running water (70°F) in sink, In microwave if cooking immediately, As part of cooking process. NEVER at room temperature. Plan ahead for slow thawing.
590.004/4-301.14-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Adequacy (C)
Establishment was obeserved preparing beef products in a frypan on an inction burner. The burner was placed on a prep table in the back area. Establishment is not equipped with hoods for ventilation- Discontinue until approved by Boston Fire Department.
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.