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BLACK SHEEP Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BLACK SHEEP 2535-2537 W PETERSON AVE, CHICAGO 60659 Restaurant
September 28, 2011 Canvass License #25946
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND BASEMENT EXIT DOOR,IST FLOOR EXIT DOOR AND FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT/INSECTS PROOFED WITH 2 INCHES GAP ON THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR OF THE BASEMENT EXIT DOOR AND 1/4 INCH GAP ON THE RIGHT CORNER AND BOTTOM OF THE FRONT DOOR, AND 1/4 INCH GAP ON THE IST FLOOR EXIT DOOR. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE WHILE SERVING AND PREPARING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS TACOS. HAMBURGER AND CHICKEN. CERTIFIED MANAGER COLLEEN GILL ARRIVED ON SITE AT 2:50PM WHILE I WAS STILL DOING THE INSPECTION. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS.
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUSTED BOTTOM SHELVES OF THE GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FOLLOWING: THE STAIR GOING TO THE BASEMENT, THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE, THE PIPE AND TUBINGS CONNECTED TO THE GRILL AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: STANDING WATER ON THE BASEMENT OUTSIDE AND INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER, AND ON THE CORNER OF THE STORAGE AREA BY THE AIR CONDITION. INSTRUCTED TO DRY THE FLOOR TO PREVENT INSECTS HARBORAGE.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE FILTER BY THE HOOD WITH GREASE BUILT UP. MUST REPAIR CEILING THAT IS DAMAGED BY THE BAR ON TOP THE LIQUOR.HOLE ON THE WALLS INSIDE THE CLOSET WITH 3 COMPT SINK,MUST SEAL OR REPAIR.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE FILTER BY THE HOOD WITH GREASE BUILT UP. MUST REPAIR CEILING THAT IS DAMAGED BY THE BAR ON TOP THE LIQUOR.HOLE ON THE WALLS INSIDE THE CLOSET WITH 3 COMPT SINK,MUST SEAL OR REPAIR.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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