DOCK'S GREAT FISH 119TH Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED HANDSINK AT JERK CHICKEN FOOD PREP AREA WITH WATER TURNED OFF AT BOTTOM DUE TO LARGE LEAK AT P-TRAP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR. INSTRUCTED FOOD HANDLERS TO USE HANDSINK ON DOCKS FISH SIDE. USE PASS THROUGH THAT HAS NO DOORS OR OBSTRUCTIONS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED

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.

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES: 4LBS OF COOKED CABBAGE 87 DEGREES, COOKED RED BEANS AND RICE 15LBS 88 DEGREES, COOK CHICKEN WINGS 10LBS 81 DEGREES, AND 1/4 CHICKENS 87 DEGREES 10LBS ALL FOOD WAS EITHER ON STEAM TABLE OR IN HOT HOLDING CABINET. ALL FOOD WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. TOTAL VALUE 39-40 LBS $150.00 PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: NO STEM THERMOMETERS ON SITE FOR INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF HOT FOODS. ONE ON SITE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN STEM THERMOMETERS AND MAINTAIN FOR EITHER SIDE OF RESTAURANT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED BUCKETS OF SEASONINGS ON THE JERK CHICKEN SIDE THAT ARE NOT LABELED OR MAINTAINED CLEAN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BUCKETS AND LABEL WITH APPROPRIATE NAMES OF PRODUCTS. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: ALL WIPING CLOTHS WHEN NOT IN USE MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION. SANITATION BUCKETS RECOMMENDED CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL CUTTING BOARDS THAT ARE IN NEED OF REPLACING DUE TO BEING WORN, DISCOLORED AND OR WITH DEEP CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO ADEQUATELY MEASURE SANITIZER WHEN USING THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, FRYERS AND INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTDOOR GREASE RECEPTICLE IN POOR ORDER. WASTE GREASE OVER FLOWING TO THE TOP OF THE CONTAINER AND DRIPPING ON TO GROUND. GROUND AREA WITH LARGE AMOUNTS OF WASTE GREASE INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN AND GREASE FREE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING THROUGHOUT BOTH FACILITIES. GREASE UNDER FRYERS AND IN IN BROKEN TILES MUST BE REMOVED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING THROUGHOUT BOTH FACILITIES. GREASE UNDER FRYERS AND IN IN BROKEN TILES MUST BE REMOVED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN.

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.