GOLDEN CRUST PIZZERIA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: 2-102.14(N)-NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNTAIN 7-38-010 NO CITATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-28-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: 2-501.11- NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-202.12(A)- INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND PROVIDE PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38.030(C)-NO 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.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: 4-601.11(A)- INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MAKER,UPPER AND BOTTOM SURFACES WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE THE ICE MAKER UNTIL IT IS CLEANED AND SANITIZED. ICE ARE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

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.

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: 3-501.17- READY TO EAT FOODS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED AND DATED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.

Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.

Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-302.12-ALL DRY BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST HAVE A COMMON NAME OUTSIDE THE CONTAINER.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.11-FOUND EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN THE BASEMENT. RATS DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT ALONG THE WALL BASE AND CORNER OVER 60 TOTAL. BASEMENT IS USED AS A STORAGE FOR NON FOOD ITEMS ONLY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

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.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: 3-304.14-ALL WIPING CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLES, CHOPPING BOARD, COOLERS MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.12-ALL CHOPPING BOARD WITH DEEP CUTS MUST BE CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND RESURFACED OR REPLACED. RIPPED OFF RUBBER GASKET ON THE SMALL WHITE REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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: 4-102.17-RAW WOOD SHELVINGS IN THE KITCHEN. MUST PAINT OR SEALED AND MAINTAIN.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11-BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE REACH IN FREEZER IN THE KITCHEN WITH FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ONE OF THE DEEP FRYER BOTTOM COMPARTMENT WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-204.12-BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED BEHIND THE ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL TO BE ABLE TO LOCATE TO SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114-CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE, ELEVATE ALL ITEMS/ARTICLES OFF THE FLOOR. REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS/ARTICLES NOT BEING USED TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE 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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-202.11- BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE PREP AREA AND ON THE HOOD IN THE KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE 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: 4-204.11- HOOD WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATED IN THE COOK LINE. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE GREASE AND DUST 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: 4-204.11- HOOD WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATED IN THE COOK LINE. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE GREASE AND DUST 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.