WHOLE FOODS MARKET
PASS W/ CONDITIONSTuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:47 PM
Violations Cited
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Post food safety and allergen awareness certificates in a conspicuous location of the food service locations of the store as we discussed during inspection
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
The self service rice cookers out for self service need to be elevated a little higher as customers can literally hover over the exposed open pot - rearrange as discussed to reduce potential contamination
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.003/3-601.11-C
Standards of Identity (C)
Ensure there is visible signage available at the self service hot foods section stating " No bare hand contact " - " Please use utensils provided" at both ends of the hot holding unit
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.