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GSB CAFE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

GSB CAFE (AKA: HARPER CENTER) 5807 S WOODLAWN AVE, CHICAGO 60637 Restaurant
September 26, 2011 Tag Removal License #1519437
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #16
CRITICAL
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOUND READY TO EAT FOODS (BREAD ROLLS AND CROUTONS) OFFERED FOR CUSTOMER SELF SERVICE AT SALAD BARS NOT COVERED NOR BEHIND SNEEZE GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS AND OR PLACE SAID FOOD ITEMS BEHIND SNEEZE GUARD TO PROTECT AGAINST CONTAMINATION AND CUSTOMER MISHANDLING. SERIOUS 7-38-005(A) ISSUED.
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.
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS INSIDE DEEP FRYERS IN MAIN KITCHEN AND UNDER SELF SERVICE SALAD BARS. ALSO FOUND 10 RAT DROPPINGS UNDER SELF SERVICE SALAD BARS AT CAFETERIA. FOUND 40 FRUITS FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILING IN REAR MAIN KITCHEN, DISH WASHING AREA, ON WALK IN COOLER AT COFFEE PREP STATION, AROUND PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND RECOMMEND SERVICE FROM PEST CONTROL OPERATOR. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR INTERIOR SIDE OF ICE MACHINE AT REAR TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. REPAIR SOAP DISPENSER AT EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK AT NEWLY INSTALLED HOT HOLDING AREA (NOT OPEN AT THIS TIME). REPAIR INTERIOR OF UNDER COUNTER COOLERS AT MAIN KITCHEN.
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: CLEAN FAN GUARDS INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS, EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF CABINETS, SHELVES/RACKS AT REAR KITCHEN, AROUND COFFEE STATION, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, VENTILATION HOOD/FILTERS, CAPPUCCINO UNIT. CLEAN RACKS STORED OUTSIDE KITCHEN. CLEAN INTERIOR OF FREEZER IN EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN PREP AREA WALLS, REMOVE STAINS FROM CEILING PANELS, REPAIR UPPER WALLS IN POOR REPAIR IN MAIN KITCHEN, CLEAN CEILING AND WALLS IN MAIN KITCHEN.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR ONE OF TWO WASHBOWLS RIGHT SIDE IN MENS STAFF TOILET ROOM. PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER ABOVE SOFT SERVE UNIT (NOT USED AT THIS TIME) AT NEWLY INSTALLED DELI AREA. HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT. FAX LETTER TO 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR ONE OF TWO WASHBOWLS RIGHT SIDE IN MENS STAFF TOILET ROOM. PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER ABOVE SOFT SERVE UNIT (NOT USED AT THIS TIME) AT NEWLY INSTALLED DELI AREA. HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT. FAX LETTER TO 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

Health Department Information

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