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GEORGE'S HOT DOG Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

GEORGE'S HOT DOG 1876 N DAMEN AVE, CHICAGO 60647 Restaurant
April 25, 2023 Canvass License #11406
6
Total Violations
6
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #40
MINOR
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANLDERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: BOTH CHEST FREEZERS INTERIOR DOORS PLASTIC COVERINGS LOOSE FROM FREEZERS DOORS. MUST REATTACH INTERIOR PLASTIC COVERINGS TO CHEST FREEZERS DOORS.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD BUILD UP ON PREP AREA SINKS, SHELVES, INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE. MUST CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD/DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP AREA, DISHWASH AREA AND REAR STORAGE ROOM. MUST CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: CEILING LIGHT BULB NOT WORKING IN EMPLOYEES WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE A WORKING CEILING LIGHT BULB IN EMPLOYEES WASHROOM.
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.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: CEILING LIGHT BULB NOT WORKING IN EMPLOYEES WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE A WORKING CEILING LIGHT BULB IN EMPLOYEES WASHROOM.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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