BACCI PIZZERIA ON CHICAGO AVE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: Found the following previous minor violations from report # 1931475, dated 5/24/16 not corrected: #32 REMOVE PIZZA SPATULAS BETWEEN THE PIZZA OVENS. PIZZA BOXES ARE USED FOR FILTERS ON HOOD ABOVE THE PIZZA OVEN AT REAR PREP AREA,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPLACE WITH PROPER FILTERS. #34 MISSING FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF THE DOUGH MIXER BY THE WEST PREP TABLES,IN REAR AREA. Must correct these violations. Serious violation 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Found several potentially hazardous, prepped foods (hamburger, portioned chicken wings, etc.) without proper labels. Must label all prepped, potentially hazardous foods with date. Must maintain same.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Found cracked fan cover in walk in cooler. Must repair/replace. Must maintain same.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Found excessive dust build up on fan covers inside lower part of front prep cooler (across from pizza oven). Must remove dust, clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Found front prep area without exposed hand sink. Must install an exposed hand sink for front prep area. Sink must be easily accessible, stocked with soap & paper towels, and working hot and cold water/ tempered water.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Found front prep area without exposed hand sink. Must install an exposed hand sink for front prep area. Sink must be easily accessible, stocked with soap & paper towels, and working hot and cold water/ tempered water.

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.