PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
Cozy Corner Restaurant and Pancake House Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 9, 2022
Complaint
License #2631798
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #8
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED DISHWASHER LOADING DIRTY DISHES AND UNLOADING CLEAN DISHES WITHOUT WASHING HIS HANDS. OBSERVED COOK WITH GLOVES ON TOUCHING RAW MEAT AND THEN TOUCHING A WIPING CLOTH WITHOUT WASHING HIS HANDS. MANAGER INSTRUCTED TO RETRAIN DISHWASHER AND ALL COOKS ON WHEN TO WASH HANDS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010
Why This Matters
Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.
Food Code Requirement
Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.
Specific Requirements
Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-501.114, 4-702.11
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT 2 HANDWASHING STATIONS. ONE AT FRONT SERVICE AREA AND ANOTHER AT MAIN COOKING LINE. REPLACED DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C)
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT 2 HANDWASHING STATIONS. ONE AT FRONT SERVICE AREA AND ANOTHER AT MAIN COOKING LINE. REPLACED DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C)
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection