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Zume's Coffee House

FAIL

Monday, April 11, 2011 at 2:40 PM

Address
219 MAIN ST
Charlestown, MA 02129
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
51 inspections
17 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-602.11 B2

Labeling of Ingredients

Provide proper food ingredient labels for all self service food items at front service area.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.602
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-103.11

PIC Performing Duties

Provide proper certified food allergen trained employee for establishment. Provide proper food allergy disclaimer in all menu's and menu boards as applicable.

Why This Matters

EXTREME RISK: Without active management, ALL five CDC risk factors go unchecked. Studies show restaurants without certified managers have 2.5 times more critical violations. Lack of supervision leads to: temperature abuse (bacteria double every 20 minutes), cross-contamination spreading pathogens, sick employees working with food, improper cooking allowing pathogen survival. This single violation enables conditions for major outbreaks.

Code Requirements

PIC MUST: Be present during ALL operating hours; Hold valid food safety certification; Actively monitor employee health and hygiene; Ensure proper cooking, cooling, and holding temperatures; Verify foods from approved sources; Monitor handwashing compliance; Ensure equipment properly sanitized; Take immediate corrective actions for violations; Demonstrate knowledge to health inspector; Train and supervise all food employees.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Designate qualified PIC immediately; If no certified manager available, cease operations; Implement active managerial control system; Create monitoring logs for all CDC risk factors; Retrain management on responsibilities; Post PIC duties checklist

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(B) | FDA Code: Section 2-103.11
• MINOR 17-4-302.14

Test Kit Provided

Provide proper chlorine test kit for sanitizing solution at 3 compartment sink.

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 17.4.302
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