F&F FOODS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Wholesale

HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health.OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS WITH READY TO EAT PRODUCT (GUM).FOOD HANDLER HAD ON PLASTIC GLOVES OBSERVED HER PULLING AND TOUCHING HER SHIRT AND ALSO HAD A HOLE IN THE GLOVE SHE WAS WEARING AND ANOTHER FOOD HANDLER TOUCHING HAIR RESTRAINT AND HAT ON HIS HEAD AND ANOTHER LIFTING LID ON GARBAGE CAN NOT REMOVING GLOVES OR WASHING HANDS AFTER CONTAMINATION.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE THEM TO WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.

Hands are #1 vehicle for pathogen transfer. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods causes majority of foodborne outbreaks.

Proper handwashing and no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and warm water; Use utensils, deli tissue, or gloves for ready-to-eat foods; Wash hands after restroom, handling raw foods, touching face/hair, and between tasks.

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times.OBSERVED READY TO EAT FOODS SUCH AS (GUM & BREATH MINTS) BEING HANDLED BY FOOD HANDLERS IN GUM PACKING ROOM,ROLL WRAPPING ROOM AND NO HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE TO ROOM IT IS MORE THAN 40 FEET TO ADDITIONAL HAND SINKS IN ADJACENT ROOMS.INSTRUCTED TO UTILIZE HAND SINKS IN OTHER ROOMS BUT NEED TO INSTALL HAND SINKS IN ABOVE ROOMS.

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.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AND DOORS NOT RODENT PROOF ON TUNNEL DOOR,BACK DOOR,,SOUTH DOCK DOOR.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS AND RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/10/10.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.OBSERVED DISH WASHING FACILITIES NOT PROPERLY DESIGNED ONLY A 2-COMPARTMENT SINK ON SITE.OBSERVED SEVERAL BUCKETS BEING WASHED AT 2- COMPARTMENT SINK THAT IS USED TO STORE PRODUCT IN NOT ABLE TO PROPERLY WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL A 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH METAL DRAIN BOARD TO PROPERLY SANITIZE UTENSILS AND BUCKETS.

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM STALL DIVIDERS IN TOILET ROOMS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK IN COOLER DOOR,EXTERIOR TRIM ON SAME,DOOR LOCKS MISSING ON STALL DOORS IN TOILET ROOMS,DAMAGED LIDS ON KETTLES OUTSIDE OF COOKING ROOM ON 1ST FL.

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: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT,EXHAUST FAN AND CHAINS ON LIGHT FIXTURES IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM & LOCKER ROOM,VENTILATION VENT THROUGHOUT,FOOD TRAYS.

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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT FLOORS IN ALL PRODUCTION AREAS & WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPAIR BROKEN CONCRET FLOORS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN TOILET ROOMS,LUNCH ROOM, KITCHEN,COOLING ROOM.MUST CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER BEHIND VENDING MACHINES IN LUNCH ROOM AND WHERE NEEDED AND KEEP DRY.

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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS,CEILINGS THROUGHOUT.REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS,WALLBASES,CEILINGS,EXTERIOR WALL OPENING IN BRICK.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING WHERE NEEDED AND REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHILED IN CLEAN ROOM.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HAND SINKS NOT OPERABLE IN TOILET ROOMS,2-COMP SINK IN POUCH ROOM,CLOGGED SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM,LIONS ROOM,LEAKY URINAL IN 2ND FL MEN'S,OVER HEAD LEAKY PIPE IN BASEMENT.REMOVE DRAIN LINE HOSES FROM 2- COMP SINK TO FLOOR DRAIN AND PLUM TO CITY PLUMBING.MUST INSTALL MOPSINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HAND SINKS NOT OPERABLE IN TOILET ROOMS,2-COMP SINK IN POUCH ROOM,CLOGGED SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM,LIONS ROOM,LEAKY URINAL IN 2ND FL MEN'S,OVER HEAD LEAKY PIPE IN BASEMENT.REMOVE DRAIN LINE HOSES FROM 2- COMP SINK TO FLOOR DRAIN AND PLUM TO CITY PLUMBING.MUST INSTALL MOPSINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER.

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.