COOK AU VIN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR FOOD HANDLERS.OBSERVED A PLASTIC CONTAINER INSIDE OF HAND SINK BASIN IN DISH WASHING AREA AND NO PAPER TOWELS AT REAR PREP AREA HAND SINK.EMPLOYEE REMOVED CONTAINER AND TOWELS ARE NOW PROVIDED AT HAND SINK.MUST KEEP ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION DURING STORAGE.OBSERVED DOUGH IN BAKERY WALK IN COOLER IN 2- SEPERATE LARGE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT BEING COVERED.OBSERVED 1 CONTAINER OF DOUGH OVER FLOWING FROM CONTAINER DOWN THE SIDE OF IT AND ON TO SHELVING UNIT NEXT TO IT AND ANOTHER CONTAINER NEXT TO IT AND UNDERNEATH IT.ALSO ANOTHER CONTAINER OF DOUGH ON LOWER SHELF RISING UP IN BETWEEN WIRE RACKS ON SHELF ABOVE IT.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND DISCARD.MUST PROTECT FOOD AT ALL TIMES DURING STORAGE.APPX. 44LBS - $15.(SERIOUS 7-38-005A)

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: OBSERVED IMPROPER PEST CONTROL.OBSERVED APPX.25 OR MORE SMALL LIVE FLIES ON WALLS,CEILING,FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,SHELVING UNITS IN LARGE BAKERY DISH WASHING AREA.ALSO REAR EXIT DOOR HAS A APPX."3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM AND REAR GARAGE DOOR ALONG SIDES AND BOTTOM.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/2/16.(SERIOUS 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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL ALL BULK AND SMALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN ALL PREP AREAS.

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 DAMAGED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER IN BAKERY WALK IN COOLER,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM WALK IN FREEZER COMPRESSOR AND SHELVING UNITS.

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 EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRI FROM MIXERS,MICROWAVE,FOOD STORAGE CABINETS,SHELVING UNITS,PREP TABLES,MEAT SLICER,CAN OPENER BLADE,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,ALL ROLLING CARTS,SPIDER WEBS FROM PROOFING BOX,ALL REACH IN 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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FLOUR AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS,WALK IN COOLERS & FREEZERS,STORAGE AREAS AND WHERE NEEDED.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN AND DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOORING IN LARGE BAKERY PREP AREA UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES AND EQUIPMENT.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON FLOOR IN ALL PREP AREAS.

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 EXCESSIVE FLOUR AND DUST FROM WALLS , CEILINGS & VENTILATION VENTS AND DUCT UNITS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASES AND TRIM IN LOCKER ROOM,PREP AREAS,MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN DISH MACHINE AREA,TOILET ROOM,LOCKER ROOM,DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE OVEN IN LARGE BAKERY PREP AREA,WALL OUTLETS IN SAME.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN PAPER GOODS STORAGE AREA,TOILETROOM.

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 PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REAR STORAGE AREA,DISH MACHINE AREA,WALK IN FREEZER,LOCKER ROOM.

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 REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED MOPSINK BASIN IN FURNANCE ROOM,MISSING BACKFLOW DEVICE ON TOP,MISSING BACKFLOW DEVICE ON MOPSINK IN LARGE BAKERY PREP AREA NEXT TO 3- COMP SINK,LOOSE FAUCET AT HAND SINK IN FRONT TOILETROOM.

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.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM IN BETWEEN WALLS AND EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA,FURNANCE ROOM,REAR STORAGE AREA NEAR GARAGE DOOR AND NEAR EXIT DOOR.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM IN BETWEEN WALLS AND EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA,FURNANCE ROOM,REAR STORAGE AREA NEAR GARAGE DOOR AND NEAR EXIT DOOR.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.