ELSTON AVENUE FOOD COMPANY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Commissary

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A WORKING THERMOMETER FOR REACH IN COOLERS.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NOTED 30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA, NOTED 15 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN A CORNER NEXT TO THE HAND SINK IN THE CAKE ROOM AND 10 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE CORNER NEXT TO THE 2-DOOR COOLER IN THE SALAD ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND DETAIL CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(A).

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL DRY FOOD AND CAN GOODS STORAGE RACK AND SHELVING TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND SPILLS.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NOTED LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINKS IN THE PREP AREAS(CAKE & SALAD PREP). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER IN POOR REPAIR (LID MISSING). THIS ALLOWS FOR POSSIBLE FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PESTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A LID FOR PROPER CLOSURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(B).

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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREMISES ESPECIALLY WHERE DROPPINGS WERE FOUND.

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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREMISES ESPECIALLY WHERE DROPPINGS WERE FOUND.

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.