CLARK EL RANCHITO CORP Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER/CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS RICE IN THE STEAM TABLE AT 171.2F. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM #1975846 ON 11-21-16 NOT CORRECTED. #32- REMOVE GROCERY BAG BEING USED TO STORE FROZEN FOODS, REPLACE WITH FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAG.#33-MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: ALL CHOPPING BOARDS, PREP TABLES, THE STEPS OF THE STAIRS GOING TO THE 2ND FLOOR, WOODEN SHELVINGS INSIDE THE DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM AND MAINTAIN. #34- FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE INSIDE THE DRY STORAGE ROOM, UNDER AND BEHIND THE COOKING STOVE, DEEP FRYER, GRILL. INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER, THROUGHOUT THE DISH WASHING AREA, THROUGHOUT THE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE ROOM, NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: BULK SUGAR CONTAINER MUST BE LABELED.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST NOT USE TIN FOIL AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKS LINE COOLER DIRTY WITH FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. UNUSED COOLER ON COOKS LINE IN POOR REPAIR AND UNABLE TO CLEAN UNEVEN SURFACES AND EXPOSED INSULATION. MUST REMOVE/REPLACE.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CEMENT FLOOR AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR WITH CHIPPING BROKEN CEMENT AND ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST REPAIR THE FLOOR TO MAKE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MISSING WALL CAULKING AT THE WASH BOWL IN THE WOMANS WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE. DIRTY WALLS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD SPLATTER INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE WASHROOMS. MUST REPLACE.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: DISH AREA/COOKS LINE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND HAND SINK SOAP DISPENSER EXTREMELY DIRTY WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: DISH AREA/COOKS LINE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND HAND SINK SOAP DISPENSER EXTREMELY DIRTY WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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.