COLUMBIA YACHT CLUB Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM.

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: OBSERVED CONSUMABLE ICE IN CONTACT WITH THE COLD PLATES AND SODA LINES IN THE ICE BINS BEHIND THE BAR. MUST SEPARATE COLD PLATES FROM CONSUMABLE ICE.

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: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE AND PREP COOLERS.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPLACE THE BROKEN OR MISSING WALL TILES IN THE PREP AREA ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE COOK'S LINE. MUST CAULK AROUND THE EXPOSED HANDSINK SO THAT THERE ARE NO OPEN GAPS.

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: OBSERVED A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OVER THE KITCHEN PREP TABLE. MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD.

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: REPAIR THE SINK STOPPER LEVERS AT THE KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK SO THAT ALL SINK BASINS CAN HOLD WATER IN THEM. REPAIR THE LEAK UNDER THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE PREP AREA.

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: REPAIR THE SINK STOPPER LEVERS AT THE KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK SO THAT ALL SINK BASINS CAN HOLD WATER IN THEM. REPAIR THE LEAK UNDER THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE PREP AREA.

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.