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BOJONOS Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BOJONOS (AKA: BOJONOS PIZZERIA) 4187-4189 N CLARENDON AVE, CHICAGO 60613 Restaurant
March 20, 2020 Complaint License #2379132
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
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.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS IN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM WHERE EMPLOYEES ARE UNABLE TO DRY HANDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE PROVIDED WITH INDIVIDUAL DISPOSABLE TOWELS, A HEATED-AIR HAND DRYING DEVICE, A CONTINUOUS TOWEL SYSTEM THAT SUPPLIES THE USER WITH A CLEAN TOWEL, OR A HAND DRYING DEVICE THAT EMPLOYS AN AIR-KNIFE SYSTEM THAT DELIVERS HIGH VELOCITY, PRESSURIZED AIR AT AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY RESTOCKED PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C).
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.
Violation #23
CRITICAL
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKING ON THE FOLLOWING FOOD ITEMS IN WALK IN COOLER: COOKED GROUND BEEF, COOKED CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP, COOKED CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP, COOKED CHICKEN WINGS, COOKED MEATBALLS, COOKED PASTA NOODLES, REFRIED BEANS AND RICE. INSTRUCTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TO DISCARD AND DENATURE FOOD IMMEDIATELY. IN TOTAL, ALL FOOD WEIGHS APPROXIMATELY 150 LBS AT A COST OF $300.00. READY TO EAT, TCS FOODS HELD IN RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS MUST CLEARLY MARK TO INDICATE THE DATE OR DAY BY WHICH THE FOOD SHALL BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED WHEN HELD AT A TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR LESS FOR A MAXIMUM OF 7 DAYS. THE DAY OF PREPARATION SHALL BE COUNTED AS DAY 1. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.
Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.
Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.
Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED BREAD CONTAINERS ON FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER. MUST ELEVATE ALL FOOD CONTAINERS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE COOKING FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO LID ON TRASH CAN IN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOUR ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA. ALSO OBSERVED WATER ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FREQUENTLY AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOUR ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA. ALSO OBSERVED WATER ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FREQUENTLY AND MAINTAIN.
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.

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Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
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