CHINA GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #545789 ON 1-31-12. 32-SEAL SMALL OPENING ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR. 33-MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, AND THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN SMALL AMOUNT OF GREASE ON EXTERIOR OF WASTE GREASE RECEPTACLE. 34-REMOVE BUCKET TOPS FROM FLOORS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND COOK LINE AND PROPERLY REPAIR/INSTALL TILE FOR PROPER CLEANING. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOK LINE AND SINKS AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. 35-MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL WALLS BEHIND COOK LINE AND ABOVE AND UNDER SINKS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: CLEAN AND LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: INVERT ALL CARRYOUT CONTAINERS TO PROTECT FROM DUST, DIRT, FLIES, ETC.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE AREAS. REPLACE ALL WORN CUTTING BOARDS.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,COOLERS AND THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST ALSO CLEAN SMALL AMOUNT OF GREASE ON EXTERIOR OF WASTE GREASE RECEPTACLE.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: REMOVE BUCKET TOPS FROM FLOORS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND COOK LINE AND PROPERLY REPAIR/INSTALL TILE TO ALLOW FOR PROPER CLEANING. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOK LINE AND SINKS AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL WALLS BEHIND COOK LINE, ABOVE AND UNDER SINKS, BEHINBD PREP TABLES, ETC.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.