FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
CHICAGO LUNCHBOX Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Mobile food preparer
March 23, 2022
License
License #2563609
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This mobile food preparer was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 23, 2022. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: 4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED MINOR DARK GROOVES ON THE CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO THE PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DARK GROOVES OR REPLACE.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED FOUR SMALL HOLES ON THE REAR EXIT DOORS, AND THE FAN VENT SCREEN IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES AND MAINTAIN REAR DOORS AND REPLACE SCREEN FOR FAN VENT SO THAT SAID AREAS ARE RODENT/INSECT PROOFED.
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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED INTERIOR OF THE FRYER WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT AND GREASE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED INTERIOR OF THE FRYER WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT AND GREASE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection