DEMERA ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE.FOUND A LARGE POT STORED ON TOP ONE BURNER STOVE,INSIDE A 50 POUND OF SLICED AND COOKED ONIONS AT TEMP OF 80.7F,PER MANAGER ON DUTY FOOD WAS COOKED ON 9-25,AND LEFT OUT INSIDE THE PAN TO COOL ALL NIGHT AND DAY.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED POUNDS 50, VALUE 24.INFORMATION GIVEN ON COOLING PROCESS,ALSO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOG.CRTICAL VIOLATION: 7-38-005(A) H0000 74245-15

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.

SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles. SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION.OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WATER RESERVOIR WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING INTO WATER WHERE ICE IS MADE.BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE IN BOTTOM ICE STORAGE.TURNED OFF UNIT.TAGGED UNIT"HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE.BUY ICE IN BAGS FROM RETAIL FOOD LICENSE AND KEEP INVOICE FOR A RECORD.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE UNIT.FAX A LETTER WHEN UNIT IS READY TO BE REINSPECTED(FAX #312-746-4240).CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) H000074245-15

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.

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times. OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN BROKEN, NOT CONNECTED TO DRAIN PIPE(MANAGER STATED THAT HE HAD AN APPOINTMENT WITH A PLUMBER ON THURSDAY 9-28-11);ALSO FOUND EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE BAR AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE A LARGE GARBAGE CONTAINER AND BOXES WAS STORED IN FRONT OF THE SINK, ALSO NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS/ OR ANY OTHER HAND DRYING DEVICE PROVIDEAT THAT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT A PLUMBER A SOON AS POSSIBLE, MEAN TIME INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS BEHIND THE BAR(AFTER SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS WERE PROVIDED)OR THE WASROOMS.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. IMPROPER OUTSIDE GARBAGE DISPOSAL IN FRONT OF THE OUTSIDE REAR DOOR.OBSERVED GARBAGE CONTAINERS WITH THRASH IN IT UNCOVERED,EMPTY BOXES AND GARBAGE BAGS FILLED WITH GARBAGE STORED ON FLOOR,DIRTY BROOMS AND MOPS BEHIND THE REAR OUTSIDE DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIDS FOR GARBAGE CONTAINERS TIGHT FITTED, NO GARBAGE SHOULD BE STORED ON FLOOR TO PREVENTE RODENT AND INSECTS ACTIVITIES.MUST KEEP AREA CLEAN.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020 H000074246-16

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 4-28-11,REPORT #525310: #30-NEED NAMES DATES ON ALL FOOD ITEMS IN STORAGEINSTRUCTED MGMT TO #32-INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED HAND BOWL & 3COMP SINK/REMOVE RUSTY STORAGE SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER,DRY STORAGE,TOP OF GREASE TRAP OR PAINT/NEED LIDES ON ALL GARBAGE CANS IN PREP AREA WHEN NOT IN USE/MUST REPLACE ALL STAIN & BADLY PITTED CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREA./MISSING DRAIN LINE ON SODA DISPINSER BEHIND BARINSTRUCTED MGMT TO INVERT ALL POTS & PANS IN PREP AREA/REMOVE ALL TO LARGE POTS UNABLE TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE,SANITIZE IN 3COMP. SINK OR DISH WASHING MACHINE #33-SOME SHELVES IN COOLERS, FREEZER,INTERIOR,EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENT,UNDER HOOD OVER COOKING RANGE NEED DETAIL CLEANING. #36-NEED LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS OVER PREP AREA IN REAR/REPLACE LIGHT SHIELDS IN POOR REPAIR FRONT OF 3COMP. SINK #38-HOT & COLD WATER HANDLE ON 3COMP. SINK BEHIND BAR,HOT WATER HANDLE ON EXPOSED HAND BOWL IN KITCHEN AREA IN POOR REPAIR/BASE OF FAUCET ON 3COMP. SINK & PIPES UNDER 3COMP. SINK LEAKING WATER. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-090 H000074247-17

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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 4-28-11,REPORT #525310: #30-NEED NAMES DATES ON ALL FOOD ITEMS IN STORAGEINSTRUCTED MGMT TO #32-INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED HAND BOWL & 3COMP SINK/REMOVE RUSTY STORAGE SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER,DRY STORAGE,TOP OF GREASE TRAP OR PAINT/NEED LIDES ON ALL GARBAGE CANS IN PREP AREA WHEN NOT IN USE/MUST REPLACE ALL STAIN & BADLY PITTED CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREA./MISSING DRAIN LINE ON SODA DISPINSER BEHIND BARINSTRUCTED MGMT TO INVERT ALL POTS & PANS IN PREP AREA/REMOVE ALL TO LARGE POTS UNABLE TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE,SANITIZE IN 3COMP. SINK OR DISH WASHING MACHINE #33-SOME SHELVES IN COOLERS, FREEZER,INTERIOR,EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENT,UNDER HOOD OVER COOKING RANGE NEED DETAIL CLEANING. #36-NEED LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS OVER PREP AREA IN REAR/REPLACE LIGHT SHIELDS IN POOR REPAIR FRONT OF 3COMP. SINK #38-HOT & COLD WATER HANDLE ON 3COMP. SINK BEHIND BAR,HOT WATER HANDLE ON EXPOSED HAND BOWL IN KITCHEN AREA IN POOR REPAIR/BASE OF FAUCET ON 3COMP. SINK & PIPES UNDER 3COMP. SINK LEAKING WATER. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-090 H000074247-17

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.