GATEWAY FOUNDATION RESIDENTIAL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED PLASTIC AROUND THE SINK STOPPER TO HOLD THE WATER IN THE SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT 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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NOTED THE 1 AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS WITH LEAKY FAUCETS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. NOTED THE HOT WATER HANDLE ON THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN POOR REPAIR. ALSO 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: OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER IN POOR REPAIR(MISSING LIDS). THIS ALLOWS A POSSIBLE FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PESTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN DUMPSTER TIGHLY CLOSE TO PREVENT A POSSIBLE FOOD SOURCE. 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: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILL,GREASE AND DEBRIS IN THE PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NOTED THE VENT COVER ABOVE THE DISHWASHER VERY DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NOTED THE VENT COVER ABOVE THE DISHWASHER VERY DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.