GOTHAM BAGELS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FRONT COFFEE PREP AREA/CASHIER AREA TO NOT HAVE A SIGN FOR HAND WASHING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN REMINDING ALL EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS.

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.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED VARIOUS SCOOPS IN DRY STORAGE BINS STORED WITH HANDLES OF SCOOPS STORED IN CONTACT WITH ITES IN BINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL SCOOPS ARE STORED SO THAT HANDLES ARE NOT IN CONTACT WITH FOOD ITEMS IN BETWEEN USE.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOOR BELOW THE ICE MACHINE AND IN THE FRONT CASHIER AREA TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF EXCESSIVE DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE BUILD UP.

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: OBSERVED THREE (3) OF FOUR (4) LIGHTS IN THE OVERHEAD EXHAUST TO NOT HAVE A PROTECTIVE SHIELDING OVER THE LIGHTS IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ALL LIGHT BULBS WITH A SHATTER RESISTANT LIGHT OR PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTIVE SHIELDING.

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: OBSERVED ONE (1) OF FOUR (4) LIGHTS IN THE OVERHEAD EXHAUST TO BE MISSING/NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE/REPLACE THE LIGHT AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE OVERHEAD LIGHTING IN PREP AREA.

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: OBSERVED ALL OVERHEAD FILTERS IN THE OVER HEAD EXHAUST SYSTEM TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF EXCESSIVE DUST BUILD UP.

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: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS STORED ON SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS AND STORAGE BINS NEXT TO THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE SIDE PREPARTION AREA NEXT TO THE OVENS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE AN AREA FOR EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS AND ENSURE THEY ARE STORED IN THE DESIGNATED AREAS.

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.

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED MANAGER WITH NO COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS TO COMPLETE AND MAINTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.

Food allergen training required for certified managers.

Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED MANAGER WITH NO COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS TO COMPLETE AND MAINTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.

Food allergen training required for certified managers.

Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.