CHIU QUON BAKERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND PROCEDURE/PLAN ON-SITE. HOWEVER, KIT IS NOT COMPLETE MISSING A SOLUTION TO CONTROL NOROVIRUS FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS, ALSO MISSING MOP ETC. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.NO CITATION ISSUED

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: MECHANICAL HAND-DRYING DEVICE NOT IN WORKING CONDITION NOR PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE ONLY EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. UPON MY REQUEST PAPER TOWEL WAS PROVIDED BY THE MANAGER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO SOAP PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. PROVIDED AFTER MY REQUEST. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C) "CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION"

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: MUST INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE BAKERY AREA IN THE KITCHEN. RAW AND READY-TO-EAT TCS FOOD ARE PREPARED AT MENTIONED LOCATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C), NO CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: ONE SITE OF PREP AREA EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE TO HAND WASHING. PREP TABLE COVERING HALF OF THE SAID SINK.EMPLOYEE NOT ABLE TO EASILY ACCESS SINK FOR HANDWASHING. THE TABLE WAS REMOVED UPON MY REQUEST AND GAINED AN ACCESSIBILITY TO SAID SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C), "CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION"

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

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.

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: OBSERVED FRESH EGGS INSIDE AN OPENED CONTAINER, BEING STORED SHELF INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER, UNDER UNCLEANED SHELVES(EXCESS ENCRUSTED FOOD, BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DANGLING FROM SHELVE ABOVE EGGS).ALSO, UNCOVERED COOKED RICE STORED UNDER RAW SHRIMP INSIDE A TWO-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER. MEDIUM MIX BOWL BEING USED WITH FOOD IN IT ON FLOOR MIXING FOOD. SURROUNDING WITH NON-FOOD ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOODS PROTECTED PROPERLY. FOOD PRESENTLY COVERED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.

Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.

Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING TCS FOOD ITEMS AT THE FOOD DISPLAY CASE AT COUNTER TO BE IMPROPER: WIDE RICE NOODLES 97.7F TO 100.7F. VEGETABLES WITH SHRIMPS AND NODDLES CASSEROLE 120F TO 120.5F. HOT FOOD MUST MAINTAIN A TEMP OF 135F AND ABOVE. FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY THE MANAGER. POUNDS 10 LBS,VALUE $50.00 PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED

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.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: A BUCKET WITH SANITIZE SOLUTION AND LINEN MUST BE PROVIDED AT PREP TABLES

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.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED KNIVES BEING STORED IMPROPERLY BETWEEN PREP TABLES IN THE KITCHEN MUST PROVIDE A PROPER KNIFE HOLDER/RACK.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: DRAIN PIPE UNDER THE HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA IS LEAKING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ISSUE.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROVIDED ON SITE,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROVIDED ON SITE,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.