GOLDEN KRUST CARIBBEAN BAKERY & GRILL

GRADE A

Monday, May 15, 2023

Overview

GOLDEN KRUST CARIBBEAN BAKERY & GRILL in Parkchester received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on May 15, 2023, scoring 9 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
1438 METROPOLITAN AVENUE
Bronx, NY 10462
Cuisine
Caribbean
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
8 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10F

Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

⚠️ Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.

📋 Code Requirements

Clean all non-food surfaces regularly: Walls, ceilings, floors daily in food areas, Equipment exteriors, Storage shelves, Light fixtures monthly. Seal cracks. Repair damaged surfaces. Maintain cleaning schedule. Assign responsibilities.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.23
⚠ CRITICAL 06A

Personal cleanliness inadequate

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Poor hygiene transfers pathogens; contaminated clothing spreads bacteria throughout facility

📋 Code Requirements

Clean outer garments; hair restraints; no jewelry; short, clean fingernails; no nail polish

CDC Risk Factor: Poor Personal Hygiene
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.13
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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GOLDEN KRUST CARIBBEAN BAKERY & GRILL — Inspection Questions

Did GOLDEN KRUST CARIBBEAN BAKERY & GRILL pass their NYC health inspection on May 15, 2023?
GOLDEN KRUST CARIBBEAN BAKERY & GRILL passed with an A grade on May 15, 2023 with a score of 9 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did GOLDEN KRUST CARIBBEAN BAKERY & GRILL have?
GOLDEN KRUST CARIBBEAN BAKERY & GRILL had 2 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 10F mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10F (Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean) is a minor violation. Non-food contact surfaces or equipment not kept clean, not properly sealed, or not properly maintained. INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.
What does violation code 06A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06A (Personal cleanliness inadequate) is a critical violation. Food workers must maintain high standards of personal cleanliness Poor hygiene transfers pathogens; contaminated clothing spreads bacteria throughout facility