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GREAT BUFFET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

GREAT BUFFET 2531 W CERMAK RD, CHICAGO 60608 Restaurant
February 14, 2014 Complaint Re-Inspection License #2068788
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: BULK DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTD TO PROPERLY DO SO
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUSTY SURFACES NOTED ON BOTTOM SHELVES OF PREP TABLES. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME SO AS TO BE A SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. CUSTOMER SELF SERVICE FROZEN DESSERT MACHINE SPIGOT NOT PROTECTED. INSTD TO PROTECT PROPERLY
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: WOK STATION, FRYERS, PREP TABLES, CAN OPENER, MEAT SLICER, RICE HOT HOLDING UNITS, INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS IN REAR PREP AREA INCLUDING DOORS, RUBBER GASKETS AND ALL ATTACHED MOTOR EQUIPMENT NEED CLEANING. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME, FREE OF EXCESSIVE DEBRIS
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: WOK STATION, FRYERS, PREP TABLES, CAN OPENER, MEAT SLICER, RICE HOT HOLDING UNITS, INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS IN REAR PREP AREA INCLUDING DOORS, RUBBER GASKETS AND ALL ATTACHED MOTOR EQUIPMENT NEED CLEANING. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME, FREE OF EXCESSIVE DEBRIS
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections