DIRK FISH & GOURMET SHOP INC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE - Comments: FOUND CONTAINER OF OYSTER IN THE DISPLAY COOLER AND CONTAINER OF CLAMS AND OYSTER INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER WITH NO LABEL ATTACHED TO THE CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CONTAINERS OF FRESH SEAFOODS(CLAMS, OYSTER AND MUSSELS MUST HAVE A TAG ATTACHED TO THE CONTAINER DURING DISPLAY AND STORAGE. AND TAG MUST BE KEPT FOR THE NEXT 90 DAYS AFTER SELLING OR COOKING. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL 7-38-005(B2). MANAGER DENATURED THE SAID PRODUCTS WORTH $322.00 AND TOTAL 15 LBS.

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL BREAD,WASABI POWDER, SESAME SEED, PACKAGED FOR SALE MUST BE LABELED WITH COMPANY'S NAME, ADDRESS,ZIP CODE, NAME OF THE PRODUCT.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST RE CAULK ALONG THE SPLASH GUARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, MOP SINK, AND PREP SINK AND MAINTAIN. MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE PREP SINK AND THE DRAIN BOARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INSIDE THE 3 DOOR REACH IN FREEZER IN THE FRONT AREA,INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE,THE PLASTIC CURTAIN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES, ALONG THE WALL BASE, ALL CORNER, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,AND ALL SHELVINGS (WITH HEAVY DUST AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATED) AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE CEILING ABOVE THE WALK IN FREEZER AND REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES ON THE SAME AREA. HOOD WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE CEILING ABOVE THE WALK IN FREEZER AND REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES ON THE SAME AREA. HOOD WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.