GORILLA SUSHI BAR ON CLARK Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE SUSHI REACH IN COOLER. TUNA AT 45.3F, 3 LBS; SALMON AT 44.5F, 3 LBS; AND CRAB STICK AT 43.7F, 2 LBS; COLD RICE AT 48.7F, 5 LBS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN A TEMPERATURE OF 40.0F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A). MANAGER DISCARDED/DENATURED THE SAID PRODUCTS WORTH $50.00 TOTAL 13 LBS. COOLER TEMPERATURE AT 40.0F

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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: PROVIDE LABEL AND DATE ON ALL FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLER WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. ALSO ALL BULK DRY FOOD CONTAINERS NEEDS A LABEL.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: VENT COVER INSIDE THE WASHROOM WITH DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: LIGHT BULB ON THE ONE DOOR REACH ON COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA NOT SHIELDED. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD AND END CAPS.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSER DEVICE ON THE DOOR OF THE WASHROOM. DOOR NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAK ON THE FAUCET CONNECTOR ARM OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO STOP THE LEAK.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAK ON THE FAUCET CONNECTOR ARM OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO STOP THE LEAK.

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.