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CHURCH'S CHICKEN # 982 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CHURCH'S CHICKEN # 982 58 W 79TH ST, CHICAGO 60620 Restaurant
January 11, 2024 Complaint License #1273271
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 25 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNIT AND ALONG WALLBASE INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER AND ON FLOOR BEHIND PREP COOLER NEAR DRIVE-THRU.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/11/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF WEST OUTTER DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER UNIT AND WHEEL BASES,UNUSED FREEZER,ICE BUILD UP FROM REACH IN WALL FREEZER SHELVING UNITS.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT,STAINED & MISSING CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA AND LOBBY.MUST GROUT FLOOR THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN ICE BUILD UP FROM REACH IN WALL FREEZER.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER AND KEEP FLOOR 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.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS AT LIGHTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN PREP AREA WHERE NEEDED.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS AT LIGHTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN PREP AREA WHERE NEEDED.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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