GRAND CITGO/ MR. SUB / DUNKIN DONUTS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES: OBSERVED MALE CASHIER HANDLING MONEY, THEN PUT ON GLOVES AND HANDLED READY TO EAT FOODS (CROSSAINTS). INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING MONEY, BEFORE/AFTER GLOVE USE, ETC. PRODUCT TOUCHED WAS DISCARDED OF, AN APPROXIMATE WEIGHT OF 8LBS. VALUED AT $14.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010 (A)

Hands are #1 vehicle for pathogen transfer. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods causes majority of foodborne outbreaks.

Proper handwashing and no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and warm water; Use utensils, deli tissue, or gloves for ready-to-eat foods; Wash hands after restroom, handling raw foods, touching face/hair, and between tasks.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE: FOUND LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE PASTRIES IN THE DISPLAY CASE BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER. ALSO, A CART OF UNPROTECTED PASTRIES WERE OBSERVED IN THE FRONT CUSTOMER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROTECT FROM BUGS, ELEMENTS, ETC. ITEMS CONTAMINATED WERE DENATURED AND DISCARDED, AN APPROXIMATE WEIGHT OF 3LBS. VALUED AT $9.00.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND LIVE FLIES ON THE PREMISES, 10 SMALL AND 2 LARGE LAYING ON THE WALLS AND PASTRIES. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL FLIES, CLEAN THE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: FOUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED/IN POOR REPAIR: LIDS WARPED AND LEAKING (A BROWN LIQUID SUBSTANCE) FROM THE BOTTOM WHERE IT IS WORN/DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED FROM REPORT #1454282 DATED 10/30/2015. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: 33-INTERIOR OF CABINETS IN NEED OF CLEANING TON REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. 34- FLOORS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND FOOD SPILLS. ALL FOOD ITEMS AND FOOD STORAGE ITEMS MUST BE STORED UP OFF FLOOR 6 INCHES. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. 40-THERMOMETERS NEEDED IN ALL REACH IN COOLERS. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. 41-ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA MUST BE REMOVED OR ORGANIZED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. 45-NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE PREP AREA WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. MAINTAIN SAME.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE VENTS IN THE TOILET ROOM AND REAR. REMOVE THICK DIRT/DUST BUILD UP.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE VENTS IN THE TOILET ROOM AND REAR. REMOVE THICK DIRT/DUST BUILD UP.

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.