FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
CHOCOLATE SHOPPE OF IL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 6, 2015
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License #1575380
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: FOODS NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. OBSERVED CLEAR, BLACK SLIMMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE AND PINK SUBSTANCE ON TOP PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WHERE IS BEING MADE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL PARTS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A).
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 #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES OR CERTIFIED POSTED WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS-ICE CREAM IS BEING SERVED ANFD PREPARED. INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST ON PREMISES AND CERTICATE POSTED DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: GASKET NOT MAINTAINED ON WALK-IN FRREZER DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WORN GASKET.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: SOFT SERVE MACHINE NOT PROVIDED WITH HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER AT TOP OF MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PLUMBING INSTALLED AND TO PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER TO UNITS. "HELD FOR INSPECTION" TAG PLACED ON BOTH SOFT SERVE UNITS.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: SOFT SERVE MACHINE NOT PROVIDED WITH HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER AT TOP OF MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PLUMBING INSTALLED AND TO PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER TO UNITS. "HELD FOR INSPECTION" TAG PLACED ON BOTH SOFT SERVE UNITS.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection