DINER GRILL Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS ON-SITE DURING THE INSPECTION WHILE THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (SAUSAGE) WAS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 10:10 AM DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.CITATION ISSUED

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: A SIGN OR POSTER THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS WAS NOT OBSERVED ON THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSHAKING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

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.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOODS (BACON) OF TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 46.6-48.8 F IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA IN A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR. THE MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED THE PRODUCT. INSTRUCTED THE MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.8 LBS (4 PACKS A FAMILY SIZE BACON).$40. PRIORITY 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE OUTDOOR STORAGE SHED WITH OPENINGS AND GAPS. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF SAID FOOD AND WIPING CLOTH STORAGE SHED.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED A DISPOSABLE WHITE CUP WITH NO HANDLE STORED IN A BULK FLOUR FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER STORED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE A PROPER UTENSIL WITH A HANDLE TO GET THE FOOD ITEM OUT.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED WHITE STYROFOAM TO-GO CONTAINERS NOT PROPERLY STORED IN THE FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREP AREAS OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT SAID TO GO CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN PROPERLY.

Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.

Single-use items must be protected from contamination.

Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED 4 SQUIRT BOTTLES OF BUTTER AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA STORED UNDER THE HANDWASHING SINK ON A CRATE LINED WITH FOIL AND CARDBOARD. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE SAID FOOD ITEMS AND REFRAIN FROM USING CRATES AS A FOOD STORAGE UNIT. SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA BEHIND THE BREAD RACK, FOOD PREP TABLES AND EQUIPMENT WITH SLIGHT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAID FLLOR AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR VENTILATION FILTERS WITH DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAND AND SANITIZE SAID FILTERS AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR VENTILATION FILTERS WITH DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAND AND SANITIZE SAID FILTERS AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.