FRESH SMOOTHIES CHI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Mobile food preparer

FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: REACH IN COOLER AND FREEZER NOT AT THE REQUIRED TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR LESS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE UNIT(S) AT THE REQUIRED TEMPERTURES PER CITY CODE. 7-38-005(A)

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: TRUCK NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, FACILITY SELECTED FOR STORING AND MAINTENANCE OF THE TRUCK DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENT PER CITY CODE (I.E. FACILITY IS TOO SMALL). INSTRUCTED TO SELECT A FACILITY THAT CAN ACCOMMODATE THE MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THE TRUCK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN THE SERVICE OF A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY IN WHICH THEY PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. LOG BOOK MUST ALWAYS BE AVAILABLE FOR THE INPECTORS REVIEW. ALSO, WINDOW SCREENS ARE IN POOR REPAIR (RIPPED SCREEN/HOLES). MUST REPAIR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE BUSINESS LICENSE NUMBER (NOT THE TRUCK) TO BOTH SIDES OF THE TRUCK.

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 SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED ALL EQUIPMENT AND SOURCES OF POWER MUST BE TURNED OFF WHEN VEHICLE IS NOT IN USE.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS ARE IN POOR REPAIR, DAMAGED AND RUSTY SURFACE AREAS BY THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REMOVE RUST, WALLS MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS ARE IN POOR REPAIR, DAMAGED AND RUSTY SURFACE AREAS BY THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REMOVE RUST, WALLS MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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.