PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
BUFFALO JOE'S ON HOWARD Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 8, 2017
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License #1380221
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NOTED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON PREMISIS FROM 10:30AM TO 11:10AM WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS CHLI,SOUP,COOKED CHICKEN RIB TIPS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED . SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS AROUND 3-COMP SINK AND AT HALLWAY LEADING TO 3COMP SPLASHED AND STAINED.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN OR PAINT.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: IN WALK IN FREEZER DIM LIGHTING NOTED.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE PROPER LIGHTING( FOOT CANDLES). NOTED GREASY LIGHT SHIELDS UNDER HOOD AT HOT LINE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: IN WALK IN FREEZER DIM LIGHTING NOTED.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE PROPER LIGHTING( FOOT CANDLES). NOTED GREASY LIGHT SHIELDS UNDER HOOD AT HOT LINE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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