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COOK AU VIN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

COOK AU VIN 2256 N ELSTON AVE, CHICAGO 60614 Bakery
October 27, 2016 Complaint Re-Inspection License #2253821
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1725236 3/9/16 NOT CORRECTED #32-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3-DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM WALK IN FREEZER COMPRESSOR AND SHELVING UNITS.#33-MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRI FROM MIXERS,FOOD STORAGE CABINETS,SHELVING UNITS,PREP TABLES,ICE MACHINE,ROLLING CARTS,SPIDER WEBS FROM INTERIOR OF PROOFING BOX,ALL REACH IN COOLERS.#34-MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FLOUR FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS,WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER,MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN AND DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOORING IN LARGE BAKERY AREA.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON FLOOR IN ALL PREP AREAS.#35-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASES AND TRIM IN LOCKER ROOM,PREP AREA,DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE OVEN IN LARGE BAKERY PREP AREA.#38-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED MOPSINK BASIN IN FURNANCE ROOM,MISSING BACKFLOW DEVICE ON TOP.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 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.
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND LARGE BAKERY PREP AREA AND FILTER AND HOOD ABOVE OVEN.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE IN DISH WASHING AREA,LOOSE CEILING PANEL IN WALK IN COOLER AND LOWER INTERIOR TRIM IN POOR REPAIR
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND LARGE BAKERY PREP AREA AND FILTER AND HOOD ABOVE OVEN.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE IN DISH WASHING AREA,LOOSE CEILING PANEL IN WALK IN COOLER AND LOWER INTERIOR TRIM IN POOR REPAIR
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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