FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
BURGER KING #8312 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 5, 2016
Complaint
License #2368800
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: NOTED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER IN POOR REPAIR(NOT RODENT PROOF). LIDS MISSING AND DAMAGED ALLOWING EASY ACCESS FOR FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PESTS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN RODENT PROOF ALSO MUST CLEAN AREA/GROUND AROUND CONTAINER. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP AND DEBRIS ON THE FOLLOWING FOOD AND NON FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT; FRYERS, BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES, SOME CONTACT SURFACES, INTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS IN PREP AREA AND REAR STORAGE, AND UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS IN PREP AREA AND REAR STORAGE, AND UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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