COCHIAROS PIZZA #2 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

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 REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN AND TORN DOOR GASKETS AND WORN CUTTING BOARD ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA,DAMAGED INTERIOR PANEL ON FAR RIGHT DOOR OF PIZZA PREP COOLER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE ACROSS FROM 3- COMP SINK.MUST PROVIDE SHELVING UNITS AND ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN COOLER.

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: MUST CLEAN DUST AND FOOD DEBRI FROM PREP TABLES,FRYER CABINETS,ALL PREP & REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,FLOOR MIXER,DOLLY UNDER MIXER,CAN OPENER BLADE,EXTERIOR OF ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,OVERHEAD SHELVING UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA,ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE,LOWER CABINET AT SODA MACHINE.

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: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS , SERVICE COUNTER AREA,WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILE AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.

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: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS,EXTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA AND DINING AREA,DAMAGED WALL IN BETWEEN FRONT AND MIDDLE AREAS.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN PIZZA PREP AREA NEAR OVEN AND BURNTOUT LIGHT AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE 3- SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR TABLE TOP HOT HOLDING UNIT AND FRONT GLASS CONDIMENT COOLER.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR TABLE TOP HOT HOLDING UNIT AND FRONT GLASS CONDIMENT COOLER.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.