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CHICAGO SWEET CONNECTION BAKERY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

CHICAGO SWEET CONNECTION BAKERY 5569 N NORTHWEST HWY, CHICAGO 60630 Bakery
July 31, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection License #1139498
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-602.11(A; B:1-4,6,7; C; D): OBSERVED UNLABELED SELF SERVICE PREPACKAGED BREAD AND SUGAR COOKIES FOR SALE ON DISPLAY UNIT IN RETAIL AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ITEMS WITH FOOD NAME, INGREDIENTS AND SOURCE.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15: OBSERVED SMALL GAP AT BASE OF OUTER DOORS OF FRONT ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
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 #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.115: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON GROUND SURROUNDING CARDBOARD COMPACTOR AND DUMPSTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN GROUND AND MAINTAIN.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11: OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING OF FIRST STALL IN WOMENS WASHROOM ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS, ALONG BASE OF WALLS AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT RETAIL AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SPILLAGE UNDERNEATH COFFEE MACHINES IN CABINET. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-501.12: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS, ALONG BASE OF WALLS AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT RETAIL AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SPILLAGE UNDERNEATH COFFEE MACHINES IN CABINET. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-303.11: OBSERVED NON WORKING LIGHT IN WOMENS WASHROOM ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-303.11: OBSERVED NON WORKING LIGHT IN WOMENS WASHROOM ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

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