FIRST SLICE PIE CAFE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO SOAP AVAILABLE AT THE HAND SINK IN THE FRONT PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SOAP AT ALL HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER PROVIDED SOAP AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-030(c). CONSOLIDATED WITH THE ABOVE VIOLATION.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK IN THE BASEMENT PREPARATION AND STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF FOOD PREPARATION OCURRING IN BASEMENT, WITH MULTIPLE PREPARATION TABLES, MIXING EQUIPMENT, UTENTSILS, AND FOOD CONTAINERS OPEN PRESENT AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL A HANDWASHING SINK WITH PLUMBED HOT AND COLD WATER, SOAP, AND PAPER TOWELS AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED.

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.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED UTENSILS STORED ON SHELVES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA AND FIRST FLOOR REAR PREPARATION AREA WITH FOOD CONTACT SURFACES EXPOSED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL UTENSILS TO PROTECT FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AGAINST POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED GASKETS OF STANDING 2 DOOR COOLERS IN FRONT DINING AREA TO BE HEAVILY TORN AND DAMAGED. ISNTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED GASKETS IN STANDING COOLERS.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CAULKING BEHIND THE HANDSINK NEXT TO BASEMENT ENTRANCE TO BE HEAVILY DAMAGED, WITH A LARGE GAP PRESENT BEHIND THE HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE BEHIND THE HAND SINK.

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING BATHROOM DOOR PRESENT ON THE NORTHERN BATHROOM LOCATED IN REAR OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING BATHROOM DOOR.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE LEFT HAND DOOR OF THE 3 DOOR REACH IN COOLER NEXT TO BASEMENT DOOR AND ICE MACHINE AT FRONT COFFEE PREPARATION AREA TO BE DAMAGED, CAUSING BOTH DOORS TO FALL OFF WHEN ATTEMPTED TO OPEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TO PROVIDE FUNCTIONAL DOORS.

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: OBSERVED THE LEFT HAND DOOR OF THE 3 DOOR REACH IN COOLER NEXT TO BASEMENT DOOR AND ICE MACHINE AT FRONT COFFEE PREPARATION AREA TO BE DAMAGED, CAUSING BOTH DOORS TO FALL OFF WHEN ATTEMPTED TO OPEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TO PROVIDE FUNCTIONAL DOORS.

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.