PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
BEATRIX Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 3, 2019
Suspected Food Poisoning
License #2404472
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #29
CRITICAL
Violation Details
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP - Comments: OBSERVED ABOUT 50 LBS OF SEVERAL SEALED BAGS OF FOODS STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER THAT WERE PACKAGED ON SITE USING COOK CHILL SPECIAL PROCESS ACCORDING TO CHEF. NO APPROVED HACCP PLAN, NO VARIANCE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MGR TO DISCONTINUE SUCH PROCESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. FOOD DISCARDED VALUED AT $200.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS - Comments: REFER TO VIOLATION #29 FOR DESCRIPTION.
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 #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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