COZY NOODLES & RICE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE DURING INSPECTION REMOVING RAW CHICKEN FROM METAL PREP TABLE, WIPE DOWN TABLE WITH SPONGE THEN PROCEED TO WIPE CLEAN FOOD PREP AREAS WITH SAME SPONGE. THEN PUT ON PLASTIC GLOVES AFTER TOUCHING CHICKEN AND CHICKEN CONTAMINATED SPONGE AND ENTER THE COOKS LINE. WHEN INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GLOVES AND WASH HIS HANDS, HE PROCEEDED TO WASH HIS HANDS IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WHERE DISHES WERE BEING IMPROPERLY WASHED.MEANWHILE ANOTHER EMPLOYEE WAS OBSERVED WASHING THREE, RAW CHICKEN CONTAMINATED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE UTILITY MOP SINK. DISCUSSED AND REVIEWED MEANS OF CONTAMINATION WITH THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A).

These activities introduce saliva and contaminants into food areas, potentially spreading bacteria and viruses to customers.

Food employees must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in food preparation areas.

Eating, drinking, tobacco use only in designated areas; Closed beverage containers with straw allowed in some areas; Proper tasting using clean utensil each time; No personal items in food prep areas.

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: OBSERVED DURING INSPECTION EMPLOYEE WASHING PANS IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT BEING PROPERLY SET TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. ONLY THE WASH SINK WAS FILLED. MANAGEMENT CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-030.

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT KITCHEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND DIRTY POT BEING STORED INSIDE. MANAGEMENT PROVIDED TOWELS AND REMOVED POT. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED. 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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 3-22-10 NOT CORRCTED. #30-OBSERVED PREPARED FOODS IN THE COOLERS WITHOUT LABEL AND DATE. MUST LABEL AND DATE PREPARED FOODS.#32- REMOVE THE CARDBOARD LINING FROM THE BASEMENT STORAGE SHELVES.#34-REMOVE THE CARDBOARD FROM THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: BULK NUT STORAGE MUST BE LABELED.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED DIRTY WOKS ON FLOOR UNDER COOKS LINE. MUST NOT STORE POTS/PANS DIRTY OR ON FLOORS. APPROXIMATELY TWO DOZEN DIRTY, USED PLASTIC CONTAINERS BEING STORED IN THE BASEMENT. MUST STORE ALL CONTAINERS, NEW OR USED, CLEAN.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR ICE MACHINE MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE UPPER AND LOWER PORTIONS. DIRTY TABLE TOP CAN OPENER. MUST CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR ICE MACHINE MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE UPPER AND LOWER PORTIONS. DIRTY TABLE TOP CAN OPENER. MUST CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

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.