The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant No. 1674
FAILThursday, October 31, 2024 at 3:56 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Carbonara sauce in the refrigerator on the cook line 58F was stored this morning.Monitor All cold holding has to be 41F or below. Corrected on site by PIC
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)
Person In Charge should have knowledge on the Ilness policy. I reviwed the policy with Ivan and also the procedure for Vomi & Diarhea. Also monitor the date marking for ready to eat foods All foods kept for more than 24 hr has to be date marked. Incident. In addition correct all other violations cited.
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.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Lasgna in the walkin with no date marking. Provide/Retrain staff on Date Marking.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Noted no temperature measuring device for the high temp dish machine. Provide
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Observed employees prepping food items without any hair restrain. Provide
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RISK: Average person sheds 50-100 hairs daily. Each hair can carry up to 1 million bacteria. Staphylococcus aureus from hair causes rapid food poisoning (1-6 hours) with severe nausea, vomiting, and cramps. Cannot be killed by reheating once toxin forms.
Code Requirements
All staff handling food MUST wear: hairnets, caps, or effective hair restraints covering all hair; beard nets for facial hair over 1/4 inch; no loose hair touching shoulders. Provide hair restraints for all staff immediately.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Refrigerator under the coffee machine not working. Repair
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-601.11-C
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Exterior and top of the oven behind the monitors on the cook line heavy grease build up. Clean with frequency
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Covering Receptacles (C)
Noted trash dumpsters outside the lid was open. All trash receptacles need to be covered when not in use.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
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.