FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
BURGER KING #181 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 8, 2023
Complaint
License #2368732
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE HOT RUNNING WATER NOT MEETING COMPLIANCE WITH THE HOT WATER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT (100-120 F) AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS THE FOLOWING AREAS: THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA (51.8 F), THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM (63.4 F), AND THE MEN'S TOILET ROOM (46.7 F). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT (100-120 F) AND COLD RUNNING AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR COMPARTMENT OF THE FOOD PREP TABLES, AT THE HOT COOKING LINE AREA WITH DEBRIS BUILD AND NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID EQUIPMENT.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE OUTDOOR GREASE RECEPTACLE WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND WITH THE LID OPEN. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP THE LIDS ON ALL THE OUTDOOR RECEPTACLES CLOSED. ALSO, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN SAID RECEPTACLE.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE OUTDOOR GREASE RECEPTACLE WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND WITH THE LID OPEN. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP THE LIDS ON ALL THE OUTDOOR RECEPTACLES CLOSED. ALSO, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN SAID RECEPTACLE.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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