A.P. DELI RESTAURANT GROUP, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: SEE VIOLATION #2

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED (PIC) MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED AT THIS TIME . TCS FOODS BEING PREPARED, SANDWICHES BEING MADE,ETC. INSTRUCTED THAT CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND HANDLED. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-012.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL ON SITE. OBSERVED 29-MICE DROPPINGS LEFT INSIDE BOTTOM RED CABINET IN WASHROOM,21 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER FRONT COUNTER,4- DROPPINGS ON TOP OF BRICK ON FLOOR NEAR WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO THROUGHLY CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. RECOMMENED PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HOOD FILTERS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CEILING IN POOR REPAIR ABOVE PREP TABLE IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CEILING

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.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR NEW EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR NEW EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.