DONG KY RESTAURANT & BAKERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: FOUND ONE CONTAINER OF HALF AND HALF AND ONE BOTTLE OF BLACK COFFEE ON TOP OF THE ICE INSIDE THE ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ANY FOOD OR DRINK CAN NOT BE STORED ON TOP OF THE ICE INSIDE THE MAKER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A). ICE ARE CONTAMINATED ALREADY. MANAGER REMOVED ALL THE ICE FROM THE ICE MAKER AND REMOVED THE CONTAINER OF HALF AND HALF AND BOTTLE OF BLACK COFFEE DURING INSPECTION.

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: FOUND BIG GARBAGE CAN, BAG OF FLOUR STORED ON TOP OF THE MILK CONTAINER AND POTS AND PANS IN FRONT OF THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT EXPOSED HAND SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AND CONVENIENT TO WASH HANDS ALL THE TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030. MANAGER REMOVED ALL THE SAID ITEMS FROM THE EXPOSED HAND SINK DURING INSPECTION.

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.

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: NO PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP IN THE FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030. MANAGER PROVIDED PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP ON THE EXPOSED HAND SINK DURING INSPECTION.

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRCTED FROM REPORT #1632329 DATED 2/26/16. #32- MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE MOP SINK AND THE CART WITH RICE COOKER IN THE PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REPLACE GROCERY BAGS BEING USED TO WRAPPED THE FRESH VEGETABLES INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLER AND FROZEN MEATS INSIDE THE REACH IN FREEZER. MUST REPLACE WITH FOOD GRADE BAGS. #33- MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL ALL THE DRY FOOD CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE PREP TABLE BOTTOM SHELVE AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL CHOPPING BOARD , AND THE FAN GUARD OF THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN,REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP ON THE CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE THE WASHROOM BY THE DINING AREA AND MAINTAIN. #43- ALL WASH CLOTH FOR WIPING THE CHOPPING BOARDS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, DINING TABLES MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION. #45-NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. MUST PROVIDE NEXT ROUTINE INSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: LABEL AND DATE ALL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH READY TO EAT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN. ALSO ALL BULK DRY FOOD CONTAINERS NEED LABEL.

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 EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MAKER 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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MAKER 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.