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CHARTWELLS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CHARTWELLS (AKA: @ AT THE CAF) 525 S STATE ST, CHICAGO 60605 Restaurant
June 3, 2022 Canvass License #2334788
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER IN STAFF TOILET ROOMS. HOT WATER IN WOMEN'S STAFF TOILET ROOM MEASURED AT 72 F. HOT WATER IN MEN'S STAFF TOILET ROOM MEASURED AT 60 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS HOLD A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100 F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #22
CRITICAL
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE IN THE SALAD BAR COOLER AND KITCHEN WALK IN COOLER NEAR BAKERY. TEMPERATURES RANGED FROM 44-48 F. MANAGER DISCARDED 5 POUNDS OF SLICED HONEYDEW MELON, 2.5 POUNDS OF COTTAGE CHEESE, AND 10 POUNDS OF CHILI ($32) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 15 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN WAREWASHING ROOM. OBSERVED LIVE 10 SMALL FLIES IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO TREAT AREAS ACCORDINGLY. RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (A). CITATION ISSUED
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED TORN GASKET IN TRUE 2 DOOR COOLER IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE. MANAGER STATED THAT SEVERAL WORK ORDERS HAVE BEEN PUT IN.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED TORN GASKET IN TRUE 2 DOOR COOLER IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE. MANAGER STATED THAT SEVERAL WORK ORDERS HAVE BEEN PUT IN.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

Health Department Information

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