PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
BURRITO STATION Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 7, 2014
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #1675565
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
4
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE PREPARING/SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (I.E. RICE, BEEF, CHICKEN, PORK, ETC.) INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE ONE ON SITE WHILE PREPARING/SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. 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 #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND THE LOWER SHELF ON THE PREP TABLES RUSTY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE PREP AREA WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER SAND OR REPLACE- MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND THE REAR REACH IN FREEZER NOT MAINTAINED, THICK ICE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FOUND THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: REACH IN FREEZER IN THE REAR, CAN OPENER, INTERIOR OF THE MOP SINK, KNIFE AND STORAGE RACK AND LOWER PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND LARGE UTENSILS ON THE PREMISES THAT CAN NOT BE SUBMERGED INTO THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FOR ADEQUATE WASHING, RINSING AND SANITIZING. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER REMOVE LARGE UTENSILS OR INSTALL A 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LARGE ENOUGH TO SUBMERGE UTENSILS.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT STOPPERS FOR ALL COMPARTMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT STOPPERS FOR ALL COMPARTMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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