FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
3JJJ'S BETTER TASTE JAMAICAN JERK RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Mobile food dispenser
May 13, 2015
License
License #2333932
5
Total Violations
5
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF HOT HOLDING UNIT AT 112F. INSTD TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #9
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE - Comments: NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER. PROVIDE SAME.
Why This Matters
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Food Code Requirement
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Specific Requirements
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-101.11, 5-103.11
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NO LICENSED PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK OR PROOF OF SERVICE. PROVIDE SAME.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #20
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSIDE CONTAINERS OR RECEPTACLES: ADEQUATE NUMBER, PROPERLY COVERED AND INSECT/RODENT PROOF - Comments: NO TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH COVER AVAILABLE. PROVIDE SAME.
Why This Matters
Slow cooling allows spore-forming bacteria like C. perfringens to germinate and multiply to dangerous levels.
Food Code Requirement
Foods must be rapidly cooled to safe temperatures.
Specific Requirements
Cool from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then to 41°F within 4 additional hours; Use shallow pans, ice baths, cooling wands, or blast chillers; Monitor with thermometer.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.14
Violation #20
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSIDE CONTAINERS OR RECEPTACLES: ADEQUATE NUMBER, PROPERLY COVERED AND INSECT/RODENT PROOF - Comments: NO TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH COVER AVAILABLE. PROVIDE SAME.
Why This Matters
Slow cooling allows spore-forming bacteria like C. perfringens to germinate and multiply to dangerous levels.
Food Code Requirement
Foods must be rapidly cooled to safe temperatures.
Specific Requirements
Cool from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then to 41°F within 4 additional hours; Use shallow pans, ice baths, cooling wands, or blast chillers; Monitor with thermometer.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
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CDPH Food Protection