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GUADALAJARA BAKERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

GUADALAJARA BAKERY 4014 W ARMITAGE AVE, CHICAGO 60639 Bakery
May 16, 2013 Canvass License #1331660
9
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #16
CRITICAL
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION .MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL ATT:A.LOPEZ. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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: APPROXIMATELY 30 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS WHERE FOUND IN VARIOUS AREAS I.E. IN THE FURNACE ROOM,BEHIND 3 DOOR COOLERS IN THE BAKING FOOD PREP AREA,BASEMENT DRY STORAGE REAR AREAS.THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS INCOMPLETE MISSING A MAP LOCATOR TO IDENTIFY THE PEST CONTROL SERVICES PROVIDED FOR THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT AND THE COPY OF THE IDPH LICENSE IS EXPIRED.ALSO;THE FRONT DOORS WITH APPROX 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS AND REPLACE BROKEN SCREENS ON WEST WINDOW BEHIND FRON SERVICE COUNTER. 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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN,SANITIZE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,MANUAL CAN OPENER AND HOUSING ATTACHED,TOPS/BOTTOMS INCLUDING LEGS OF ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS,ROLLING UTILITY CARTS,INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DOUGHNUT FRYER ETC.
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SECTIONS OF WALL AND CEILING AT REAR NEAR THE DOUGHNUT FRYER MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT/DEBRIS MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES. ALSO;SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALLS IN THE BAKING PREP AREAS AND AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES WHERE NOTED TO THE MANAGER.
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 #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: BASEMENT TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE FOLLOWING REQUIRE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ICE MAKER,(2)COFFEE STATIONS,MOP SINK BASEMENT. FOUND THE EXPOSED HANDSINK NEAR THE SANDWICH PREP AREA SLOW DRAINING;MUST REPAIR.
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 #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN A VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE MILK COOLER. MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN A METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN A VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE MILK COOLER. MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN A METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

Health Department Information

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