2015 SEE THRU CHINESE KITCHEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE FOR PROPERLY RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED TCS FOODS SUCH (BEEF AND CHICKEN) STORED IN CONATAINERS WITHOUT LABEL AND USE BY DATE. INFORMED PIC THAT ANY FOODS PREPARED AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HRS MUST ALL BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.

Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.

Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE GREY CONTAINER IN REAR OF PREP AREA NEAR HANDWASHING SINK OF DRIED RICE NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. APPRX 30 RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA UNDER COLD HOLD UNIT NEXT TO ICE MACHINE. APPRX 20 AROUND HOT WATER UNIT. APPRX 10 DROPPINGS NEAR SMALL FREEZERS IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. OBSERVED ACTIVITY OF SMALL FLIES IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR ONE COMPARTMENT SINK AND HOT WATER HEATER UNIT. RECCOMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED PLASTIC SHOPPING BAGS BEING USED TO STORE FOOD INSIDE WALK IN COOLER INSIDE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND USE FOOD GRADE BAGS ONLY FOR STORING FOODS.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON SHELVING UNITS UNDER FRONT COUNTER AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT LINED WITH ALLUMINUM FOIL AND CARDBOARD. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE SOILED WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON AND AROUND GROUND AREA OF UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING HARBORING OF PEST AND INSECTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AND FLOORS IN FOOD PREP AREA AROUND AND UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND NEAR THE HANDWASHING SINK IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AND FLOORS IN FOOD PREP AREA AROUND AND UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND NEAR THE HANDWASHING SINK IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.