CHURCH'S CHICKEN # 483 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED FEMALE EMPLOYEE MOPPING FLOOR AND THEN PLACED MOP INTO BUCKET THEN WENT TO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND POURED SOAP INTO HANDS AND WASHED HER HANDS AND ARMS AT SAID SINK AND PLACED ON GLOVES.INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS AT DESIGNATED HAND WASHING SINK.(COS)(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND SINK.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT SINK DURING INSPECTION.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(COS)(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.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED A MASSIVE AMOUNT OF SLIMY PINK AND BLACK SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR PARTS AND DRIPPING ON TO ICE INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE ICE CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF READY TO EAT FOOD SUCH AS APPX. 2LBS.COLESLAW AT 45.7F INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER DATED DOT MARKED (SAT) WHICH WAS 3/20/21.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 2LBS. $7.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH A RECEIPT OF SERVICE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C)

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED A LARGE BOTTLE OF GATORADE STORED DOWN INSIDE OF ICE BIN AT SODA MACHINE WHERE ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION AT SERVICE COUNTER.MUST REMOVE ICE AND BOTTLE,CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE BIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)

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.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A CLEAN CONTAINER TO STORE ICE SCOOP WHEN NOT IN USE.

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.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT TO CHECK SANITIZING SOLUTION PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIROITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK IN COOLER,WHEEL BASES OF FRYER UNIT.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A HEAVY WATER LEAK COMING FROM PIPE IN WALL AT HAND SINK.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL BASES UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALK IN COOLER.MUST GROUT FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND FRYER UNIT AND NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE BUILD UP ON FLOOR AND LOWER WALL BASES UNDER FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AND UNDER FRYER UNIT.MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE WATER FROM FLOOR AND KEEP DRY.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE BUILD UP ON FLOOR AND LOWER WALL BASES UNDER FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AND UNDER FRYER UNIT.MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE WATER FROM FLOOR AND KEEP DRY.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.