FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
CARIBBEAN AMERICAN BAKING CO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery
March 24, 2025
Canvass
License #6120
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: LABEL FOOD IN PLASTIC CONTAINERS WITH A COMMON NAME,INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: WE OBSEEVED OVER 40 MICE DROPPING IN DIFFERENT LOCATION OF PREMISES:FRONT PREP,REAR PREP,DISHWASHING AREA. REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED
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 #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED.BAGS OF GARBAGE OVERFLOWING UNABLE TO CLOSE LIDS. MUST KEEP TIGHT FITTED LIDS TO MINIMIZE INSECTS AND RODENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-020(B),CITATION ISSUED
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: OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED.BAGS OF GARBAGE OVERFLOWING UNABLE TO CLOSE LIDS. MUST KEEP TIGHT FITTED LIDS TO MINIMIZE INSECTS AND RODENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-020(B),CITATION ISSUED
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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CDPH Food Protection