CHE THAI LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AVAILABLE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN INSTRUCTING EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS AT ALL HAND SINKS.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HAND SINK LOCATED IN PREPARATION AREA TO BE BLOCKED AND NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE DUE TO WORK CART LOADED WITH SPICES STORED DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF HAND SINK. UNABLE TO EFFECTIVELY REACH HAND SINK TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE HAND WASHING SINK IS ACCESSIBLE AND AVAILABLE FOR USE DURING ALL TIMES OF OPERATION. MANAGER RELOCATED CART AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORTIY FOUNDATION 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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AVAILABLE AT THE HAND SINK IN THE PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS ARE AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES AT HAND WASHING SINKS. MANAGER PROVIDED SOAP AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-030(c). CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION.

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.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED IN USE SCOOPS IN DRY STORAGE BINS (FLOUR AND RICE) TO BE STORED WITH HANDLES DIRECTLY IN CONTACT WITH FOOD ITEMS IN BIN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL SCOOPS WITH HANDLES NOT IN CONTACT WITH CONTENTS OF STORAGE BINS.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED SPATULAS AND SCOOPS STORED WITH FOOD CONTACT SURFACES EXPOSED AT THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL UTENSILS WITH FOOD CONTACT SURFACES INVERTED/PROTECTED FROM POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA TO BE HEAVILY SOILED IN SPILLAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN HAND SINK AND ENSURE SINK IS MAINTAINED FREE OF SPILLAGE AND BUILD UP.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED AREA SURROUNDING GREASE TRAP AND WALL BEHIND TO BE HEAVILY SOILED IN GREASE AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ELIMINATE GREASE BUILD UP IN AREA.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FAN IN BATHROOM TO BE DAMAGED BUT STILL RUNNING EXTREMELY LOUDLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE FAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR TO ENSURE VENTILATION AVAILABLE IN BATHROOM.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FAN IN BATHROOM TO BE DAMAGED BUT STILL RUNNING EXTREMELY LOUDLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE FAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR TO ENSURE VENTILATION AVAILABLE IN BATHROOM.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.