PASS
Risk 1 (High)
540 CAFE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 8, 2015
License Re-Inspection
License #2427778
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR BROKEN CABINET IN THE COFFEE PREP AREA AND REMOVE TAPE. REPAIR BROKEN CABINET DOOR UNDERNEATH THE SODA DISPENSER.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN VENT COVERS IN EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOMS AND REMOVE DUST BUILD UP. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN FRYERS,ALL OTHER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND VENTILATION HOODS THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS AND REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF EACH ICE MACHINE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF BULK FOOD ITEM COMTAINERS. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF UNDER COUNTER STORAGE CABINETS IN THE GRILL, COFFEE AND DELI AREAS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLERS AS NEEDED, IN DRY STORAGE CLOSETS UNDER SHELVING AND IN EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOMS. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AREAS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SINKS. KEEP FLOORS DRY UNDER THE ICE MACHINES.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN PREP AREAS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, UNDER SINKS AND THROUGHOUT AS NEEDED. ALSO CLEAN WALLS IN EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOMS. DETAIL CLEAN DUSTY CEILING TILES IN PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS AS NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE BEVERAGE WALK IN COOLER.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL A GREASE TRAP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR PROVIDE PROOF OF INSTALLATION. MUST REPAIR THE LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH THE HANDSINK ACROSS FROM THE POT WASHER. REPAIR LEAKS UNDER THE TWO LARGE ICE MACHINES. MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINK IN THE GRILL PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE AT THE SODA DISPENSER OR PROVIDE PROOF OF INSTALLATION. MUST ALSO REPAIR LEAKS AT THE UNUSED TRAY CONVEYOR IN THE LARGE DISHROOM.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL A GREASE TRAP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR PROVIDE PROOF OF INSTALLATION. MUST REPAIR THE LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH THE HANDSINK ACROSS FROM THE POT WASHER. REPAIR LEAKS UNDER THE TWO LARGE ICE MACHINES. MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINK IN THE GRILL PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE AT THE SODA DISPENSER OR PROVIDE PROOF OF INSTALLATION. MUST ALSO REPAIR LEAKS AT THE UNUSED TRAY CONVEYOR IN THE LARGE DISHROOM.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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