GOTHAM BAGELS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14 - 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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-202.11 - 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: 6-303.11 - 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: 6-501.14 - 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.

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: 2-102.13 - 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: 2-102.13 - 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.