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CAFE COLAO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

CAFE COLAO 2638 W DIVISION ST, CHICAGO 60622 Bakery
March 25, 2016 Canvass License #1769957
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND THE WASHBOWL INSIDE THE ONLY WASHROOM IN POOR REPAIR. WHEN HOT/COLD WATER IS TURNED ON WATER DRIPPING NO WATER FLOW,NOT ABLE TO WASH HANDS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT/COLD WATER AT SAID SINK.INSTRUCTED TO USE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN BAKERY PREP AREA WHICH IS NOT FAR (LESS THAN 19 FEET)FROM WASHROOM. EMPLOYEE MUST WASH HAND PRIOR TO RETURN TO WORK. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CABINET UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PREP AREA WITH POROUS MATERIAL. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OPENING BETWEEN WALL AND EXPOSED HAND SINK, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL,SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. LIQUID APLATTERED ON WALLS UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AT KITCHEN,NEED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OPENING BETWEEN WALL AND EXPOSED HAND SINK, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL,SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. LIQUID APLATTERED ON WALLS UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AT KITCHEN,NEED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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