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Vertex Pharmaceuticals Cafe

April 24, 2025 · Fail
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  • official resultFail
  • resultFail
  • inspection typeEating & Drinking
  • failed findings1
  • critical findings1

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Failed findings

  • Hot Water and Chemical-Methods (P)critical
    Inspector note: Noted high temp dish machine recorded 151F on the gauge for wash cycle not meeting the minimum temperature of 160F based on manufacturare instruction on the data plate. Repair
    code 590.004/4-703.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail

Checks marked passed

  • Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
    Inspector note: Noted shell stock tags missing date of last sold. Provide
    code 590.003/3-203.12-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
  • In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
    Inspector note: Noted dispenser scoop in contact with the food. Remove and store either handle facing up and touching the product or in a clean container
    code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
  • Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
    Inspector note: Noted food boxes stored on the floor in the dry storage. Remove and store 6 inches above the floor/COS by the Chef
    code 590.003/3-305.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
  • Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
    Inspector note: Visible dust on the cookline ceiling and the hood. Clean Visible dust in the dish area around the vent. Clea
    code 590.006/6-501.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
  • Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
    Inspector note: All hood filters heavily soiled. Clean with frequency
    code 590.006/6-501.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on April 17, 2025: 1 finding appeared for the first time. 5 previous findings did not recur.

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