GOTHAM BAGELS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE BAR HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. NOTED A SLOP CONTAINER WAS INSIDE THE SINK. INSTRUCTED HANDWASHING SINKS ARE FOR HANDWASHING PURPOSES ONLY AND MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES. THE MANAGER REMOVED STRAINER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).

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.

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS OF THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND A POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD. FOODS SUCH AS UNDERCOOKED EGGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A VISIBLE CONSUMER ADVISORY THAT DISCLOSES AND REMINDS OF SUCH FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.NO CITATION ISSUED

Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.

Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: ALL BULK PRE-PACKAGED CONTAINERS OF PREPARED CREAM CHEESES FOR SALE MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH THE BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS, LIST OF INGREDIENTS.

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.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: ALL BULK PRE-PACKAGED CONTAINERS OF PREPARED CREAM CHEESES FOR SALE MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH THE ALLERGEN WARNING LABEL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

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.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: LARGE CUTTING BOARD NOTED IMPROPERLY STORED ON THE FLOOR AND DIRECTLY NEXT TO EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS IN THE REAR DISH AREA. MUST REMOVE/PROPERLY STORE.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL RAW WOODEN 2X4 PLANKS WITH CLOTH STAPLED TO ONE SIDE INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. THE MANAGER STATES THEY ARE USED TO COOK BAGELS ON IN THE OVEN. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD CONTACT COOKING EQUIPMENT/UTENSILS MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND ABLE TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. MUST REMOVE WOOD 2X4'S FROM THE PREMISES.

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: THE EXTERIOR AND TOP OF THE DISH WASHING MACHINE DIRTY WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS AND UNKOWN WHITE POWDER. MUST REMOVE, 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: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE THREADED NOZZLE FROM THE NOZZLE OF THE ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK TO PREVENT THE ATTACHMENT OF A HOSE.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A RUBBER HOSE ATTACHED TO THE PREP AREA ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. NO AIR GAP LOCATED ON THE HOSE OR BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE INSTALLED ON FAUCET. END OF THE HOSE ON THE BOTTOM OF THE SINK. THE MANAGER REMOVED THE HOSE ATTACHED TO THE SINK DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

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: NOTED THE BRICK WALL IN THE WASHROOM WITH OPEN HOLES/SEAMS/CREVICES. MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALL.----FLOORS UNDER THE REAR METAL RACK STORAGE AND BULK FLOUR STORAGE WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED THE BRICK WALL IN THE WASHROOM WITH OPEN HOLES/SEAMS/CREVICES. MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALL.----FLOORS UNDER THE REAR METAL RACK STORAGE AND BULK FLOUR STORAGE WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN 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.