PASS
Risk 1 (High)
CHICKEN HUT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 18, 2023
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License #23914
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: BEGINING OF BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE AT WATER RESERVOIR OF ICE MACHINE.CLEAN AND SANITIZE UNIT
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 #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: DRY FOOD AT DRY STORAGE AREA NOT LABELED: FLOUR, ETC. MUST LABEL WITH A COMMON NAME.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #45
MINOR
Violation Details
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: PLASTIC UTENSILS USED FOR COSTUMERS AT FRONT SERVING AREA MUST BE INVERTED, TO MINIMIZE SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION
Why This Matters
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Food Code Requirement
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Specific Requirements
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-903.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: DRAIN HOSE FROM WALK-IN COOLER NOT LONG ENOUGH TO REACH FLOOR DRAIN.WATER ON FLOOR.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ISSUE
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: GROUND SURROUNDING GARBAGE CONTAINERS NOT MAINTAINED.DEBRIS AND GREASE ON CEMENT FLOOR.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: GROUND SURROUNDING GARBAGE CONTAINERS NOT MAINTAINED.DEBRIS AND GREASE ON CEMENT FLOOR.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection