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GOURMET GORILLA Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Catering

GOURMET GORILLA 1200 W CERMAK RD, CHICAGO 60608 Catering
September 21, 2021 Canvass License #2452205
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF HEAVY FROST AND ICE INSIDE OF THE LARGE WALK IN FREEZER ON THE FAN UNIT, THE FLOORS AND SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND CLEAR ALL ICE TO MAKE SAFE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES AND TO MAKE EASE OF CLEANING AND MAINTAINING.
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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED PRAYEER AT THE VEGETABLE SINK LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD SPILLAGE AND SPLATTER ON THE FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE WALL BASE IN VARIOUS SECTIONS NEEDING TO BE SEALED AND OR REPAIRED. ALONG THE SNACK STATION WALL, THE WALL JUST ADJACENT TO THE EXIT GARAGE DOOR REAR OF THE FACILITY JUST BEFORE THE LARGE WALK IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGH BULB OUT UNDER THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER THE LARGE TILT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGH BULB OUT UNDER THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER THE LARGE TILT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO 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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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