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EASTERN STYLE PIZZA II LT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

EASTERN STYLE PIZZA II LT (AKA: EASTERN STYLE PIZZA) 2911 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO 60645 Restaurant
December 7, 2022 Canvass License #3595
9
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
7
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE FACILITY MISSING THE REQUIRED HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SAID SIGNAGE.
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.
Violation #44
MINOR
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED STACKS OF PIZZA DOUGH PANS STORED IN TWO CARDBOARD BOXES, ON THE SHELVING UNIT UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES IN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE STORAGE PLACES OR ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED AN OPEN CAN OF CHEESE SAUCE STORED IN THE REAR, WALK-IN COOLER AND AN OPEN CAN OF FRUIT STORED IN THE COLDING HOLDING UNIT IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO NOT STORE FOODS IN CANS, ONCE THEY'RE OPEN YOU MUST OUT THE REMAINING FOOD ITEM IN A FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINER OR BAG 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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE MICROWAVE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH FOOD SPLATTERS AND NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE MICROWAVE 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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE SHELVING UNIT UNDER THE GRILL LOCATED UNDER THE VENTILATION SYSTEM WITH SLIGHT DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID SHELVING UNIT.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE WALLS BEHIND THE COMMERCIAL HOBART SLICER MACHINE LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH FOOD SPLATTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID WALLS.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE VENTILATION COVER ABOVE THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE SAID VENTILATION COVER.
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.
Violation #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANLDERS AND EMPLOYEE'S WHO CLEAN AND WORK IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS TAKE THE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
Violation #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANLDERS AND EMPLOYEE'S WHO CLEAN AND WORK IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS TAKE THE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

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