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CHARCOAL DELIGHT INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CHARCOAL DELIGHT INC (AKA: CHARCOAL DELIGHTS) 3139 W FOSTER AVE, CHICAGO 60625 Restaurant
May 7, 2012 Complaint License #14192
5
Total Violations
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND RE CAULK WORN OUT CAULKING WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD AND RE CAULK AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND EXPOSED HAND SINK.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN PLASTIC STORAGE RACKS WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, FAUCET NECK AT EXPOSED HAND SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING TILES AND LIGHT SHIELDS WITH HEAVY DUST HANGING AND GREASE BUILD-UP ABOVE FRONT SERVICE/PREP AREA.-----------MUST REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE (WITH EXPOSED INSULATION) ABOVE HOT HOLDING UNIT.
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 #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections