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

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE IN THE PREP AREAS. MAINTAIN SAME.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER ARE RUSTY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE RUST FROM RACKS AND MAINTAIN.

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED THE DRAIN PIPE FROM THE AIR CONDITION DRAINING INTO THE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REROUTE TO A FLOOR DRAIN AND MAINTAIN.

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: SEE VIOLATION #60.

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.

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: OBSERVED THE PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT ##2545681 0N 12-15-21: #57-OBSERVED ALL NEW EMPLOYEES/FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT. #58-OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ANY MANAGER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090

Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.

Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.

Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: OBSERVED THE PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT ##2545681 0N 12-15-21: #57-OBSERVED ALL NEW EMPLOYEES/FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT. #58-OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ANY MANAGER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090

Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.

Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.

Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.