Clemente Comm (H/S) Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: NOTED ICE MACHINE HAS A FOREIGN SLIMY SUBSTANCE IN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ICE AND WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE. THE ICE MACHINE WAS TAGGED AND INSTRUCTED MANAGER NOT TO USE THE ICE MACHINE AND TO FAX A REQUEST FOR TAG REMOVAL TO SUPEDVISOR MS.LOPEZ FAX#(312)476-4240. CITATION ISSUED FOR 7-38-005(A).

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.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NOTED EVIDENCE OF MICE AND INSECT ACTIVITY AT THESE AREAS. AT THE LOWER LEVEL-NOTED 20 FLYING INSECTS ON WALLS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA GOING TOWARDS ICE MACHINE ALSO NOTED 3 MICE DROPPINGS IN STORAGE ROOM. AT THE 4TH FLOOR FOOD DISPENSING AREA NOTED 3 MICE DROPPINGS UNDER METAL WORK TABLE. AT THE 2ND FLOOR NOTED 5 MICE DROPPINGS AT THE DRY STORAGE PREP AREA ON THE FLOOR AT CULINARY ROOM ALSO NOTED 2 MICE DROPPINGS ON PUMPKIN CAKE FORM AND 5 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOX OF BAKING SHEETS. NOTED 50 MICE DROPPINGS IN HOLLOW BASE OF DUAL HANDWASHING SINK WITH A DEAD DECAYING MOUSE IN ROOM (234)(CULINARY ROOM). AT ROOM 812 NOTED 40 MICE DROPPINGS IN SCIENCE LABORATORY STORAGE AREA. ISSUED A CITTATION FOR VIOLATION#7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: GARBAGE LID MISSING FROM DUMPSTER AND GREASE BARRELS NOT MAINTAINED ALSO NOTED RAT DROPPINGS NEAR DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO KEEP DUMPSTER AND GREASE BARREL AREAS CLEAN TO KEEP RODENTS AWAY. CITATION ISSUED FOR VIOLATION#7-38-030.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL FOODS IN WALK IN COOLERS NEED TO BE PROPERLY LABELED AND DATED.

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: NOTED RUSTY RACKS IN REACH IN COOLERS AT 4TH FLOOR AND 6TH FLOOR NEEDS TO BE REFINISHED.

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: BOTTOM OF METAL WORK TABLE ON 6TH FLOOR NEEDS CLEANING.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: BOTTOM OF METAL WORK TABLE ON 6TH FLOOR NEEDS CLEANING.

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.