FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Chipotle Mexican Grill Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 8, 2019
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License #1404354
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO WAREWASHING AREA AT EAST SITE AREA OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE A WIRE ICE SCOOP HOLDER ON WALL NOT COMPLETELY ENCLOSED.NEED TO PROVIDE AN ENCLOSED ICE SCOOP CONTAINER/AN ENCLOSED CONTAINER TO PROPERLY PROTECT ICE SCOOP FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE A WIRE ICE SCOOP HOLDER ON WALL NOT COMPLETELY ENCLOSED.NEED TO PROVIDE AN ENCLOSED ICE SCOOP CONTAINER/AN ENCLOSED CONTAINER TO PROPERLY PROTECT ICE SCOOP FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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