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DA PIZZA DUDE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Mobile food preparer

DA PIZZA DUDE 2300 S THROOP ST, CHICAGO 60608 Mobile Food Preparer
February 19, 2020 License License #2689771
6
Total Violations
4
Critical
2
Major

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #2
CRITICAL
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: 2-101.11 OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
Violation #3
CRITICAL
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: 2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
Violation #33
MAJOR
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: 3-501.11 OBSERVED INADEQUATE FREEZER ON SITE FOR STORING GELATO (TRUCK MENU ITEM). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A FREEZER THAT MAINTAINS 32F OR BELOW FOR GELATO.
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.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-602.12 OBSERVED MFP DOES NOT HAVE THE LICENSE NUMBER PRINTED ON LATERAL SIDES OF THE MFP AND LICENSE NUMBERS MUST BE AT LEAST 2 INCHES IN HEIGHT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED REAR DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING WITH 1/2 INCH GAP AROUND SAID DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE THE ENTIRE REAR DOOR TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED REAR DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING WITH 1/2 INCH GAP AROUND SAID DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE THE ENTIRE REAR DOOR TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections