AJAWAAH SWEETS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO TOWELS PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. OWNER STATED NONE ON SITE,WILL PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS FOR PROPER HANDWASHING AT SAID SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-030(C),CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO SOAP PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN REAR PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP FOR PROPER HANDWASHING AT SAID SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: NO STEM THERMOMETER PROVIDED ON SITE TO BE ABLE TO CHECK FOOD TEMPERATURE, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: DRY FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME:FLOUR,SUGAR ETC.

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: WE OBSERVED OVER 250 RAT DROPPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES: ON SHELVES BY THE FOOD CONTAINERS, ON BAKING SHEETS, UNDER THE ONE BURNER UNITS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG BASEBOARDS, UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ,BEHIND THE DOUGH MIXER, AT FRONT SERVING STATION, ALSO INSIDE THE CABINET OF DRINKING STATION IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO SERVICE PREMISES. ELIMINATE RODENTS. PRIORITY VIOLATION: 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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS INCLUDED INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. PROVIDE PROPER RAISED SHEVING.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED A CLOTHES WASHER INSTALLED BETWEEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND DOUGH MIXER IN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO RE-LOCATED NON-PREP FOOD AREA TO MINIMIZE SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION.

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: ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON UTILITY CONNECTIONS TO COOKING EQUIPMENT AND EQUIPMENT SURFACES ALONG COOKING LINE. ALSO GREASE ON SHELVES AND ON FOOD CONTAINERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT REMOVE ALL FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE.

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: OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE RECEPTACLE LID NOT MAINTAINED: BROKEN LID ON GREASE WASTE OIL CONTAINER. UNABLE TO CLOSE TIGHT FIT TO CONTAINER. REPAIR OR REPLACE SAID CONTAINER LID TO PROPERLY CLOSE AND PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE, FOOD SOURCE. 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: FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS STORED AT REAR PREP AREA,AND PRAYER MATS STORED ON TOP SHELF BY FOOD IN PREP AREA MUST BE RELOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SEPARATE AREA/LOCKER FOR EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS. NO EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS MUST BE STORED IN PREP AREA

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS STORED AT REAR PREP AREA,AND PRAYER MATS STORED ON TOP SHELF BY FOOD IN PREP AREA MUST BE RELOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SEPARATE AREA/LOCKER FOR EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS. NO EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS MUST BE STORED IN PREP AREA

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.