CHIPMUNKS RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE WASTE RECEPTACLE OVERFLOWING WITH EXCESSIVE GARBAGE AND BOXES, AND GARBAGE ON THE GROUND AROUND THE RECEPTACLE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GARBAGE, AND CLOSE LID. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE GARBAGE PICK-UP SERVICE IF NEEDED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING INSPECTION, OR WITH A VALID CERTIFICATION POSTED, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS; CHICKEN, STEAK, HAMBURGERS, ETC., ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WITH CERTIFICATE, WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-38-012.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT 1946928, DATED 7/21/16. VIOLATIONS INCLUDE; #30; MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.MUST LABEL REPACKAGE DESSERTS WITH NAME,ADDRESS,INGREDIENTS,WEIGHT #32; MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE & STEAM TABLE.MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE IN REAR NEAR WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON REAR REACH IN FREEZER.MUST DEFROST SAME. #33; MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINET, #34; MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,SERVING LINE,ALL COOLERS IN REAR & FRONT PREP AREAS. #35; MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS AND WALL BASES BEHIND COOOKIG EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA,HOOD & FILTERS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AREA #38; MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW DEVICE ON MOPSINK AND ICE MACHINE VIOLATIONS STILL EXISTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090

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 AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST OFF STORAGE RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER. DISCONTINUE USE OF GROCERY BAGS TO STORE FOOD IN WALK IN COOLER, USE FOOD GRADE BAGS ONLY. REPAIR/REPLACE BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLERS IN FRONT PREP AREA. ALSO, DEFROST BOTH 1-DOOR WHITE UPRIGHT FREEZERS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

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 DRIED DEBRIS FROM UNDER AND AROUND THE SELF SERVE COKE MACHINE. CLEAN DUST FROM HANGING LIGHTS ABOVE THE FRONT STEAM TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

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: MUST REPLACE/REPAIR MISSING FLOOR TILE NEXT TO THE EXPOSED HAND SINK, AND IN THE MENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

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 REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES ABOVE HOT WATER TANK IN REAR. DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST FRON HOOD AND FILTERS. ALSO, CLEAN EXCESSIVE DUST FROM WALL VENT ABOVE THE SELF SERVE COKE MACHINE IN THE DINING AREA, AND THE CEILING VENTS IN THE MENS AND WOMENS TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

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: MUST REPLACE THE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. CLEAN UNKNOWN DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET AT MOP SINK IN REAR. REPAIR LEAK UNDER STEAM TABLE BEHIND FRONT PREP COUNTER I INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

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.

LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST STORE CLEAN AND SOILED LINENS IN SANITIZER WATER (BUCKET)WHILE NOT IN USE TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST STORE CLEAN AND SOILED LINENS IN SANITIZER WATER (BUCKET)WHILE NOT IN USE TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.