HELLO JASMINE DEPAUL, LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEES WITH GLOVED HANDS HANDLING EVERYTHING FROM PUT AWAY DELIVERY( WET BOXES, REMOVE SHELF FROM IN FRONT OF HAND WASHING SINK)GARBAGE CONTAINERS, TAKING ORDER AND WITH SAME GLOVED HANDS RETURNED IN PREP AREA TO HANDLE FOODS FOR CUSTOMERS AND READY TO EAT FOOD: BERRIES, ETC. NO HAND WASHING, JUST DONNING NEW GLOVES. FOOD HANDLERS MUST WASH THEIR HANDS AND CHANGE GLOVES AFTER ANY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION. THE MANAGER DISCUSSED THE ISSUE WITH THE EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010.CITATION ISSUED.

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: BOTH HANDWASHING SINKS ARE NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING. THE FRONT HANDWASHING SINK IS COMPLETELY COVERED; IN FRONT OF IT IS A SHELF FULL OF ITEMS, INCLUDING RICE COOKERY, DISPOSABLE UTENSILS, SINGLE SERVING FOOD TO GO, BY THE SHELF ON THE FLOOR LARGE GALLON OF OIL, AND TOP DISPOSABLE GLASSES. THE REAR SINK IN FRONT OF IT HAS A PREP TABLE AND INSIDE DIRTY USED RED AND BLACK RUBBER GLOVES, SINK IS DIRTY WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD ITEMS AND UNUSED. THE MANAGER STATED THEY USED OTHER SINKS(THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS)FOR HANDWASHING. MUST REMOVE ITEMS FROM BOTH SINKS. THE HANDWASHING SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE TO HAND WASHING EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED AT PAPER HOLDER AT HAND WASHING SINK AT REAR PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C)CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED ICE/FOOD NOT PROTECTED. INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE UPPER WATER RESERVOIR, ICE BIN, AND ALL ICE CONTACT SIDES AND INTERIOR OF THE MACHINE WITH EXCESSIVE BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE THROUGHOUT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION 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.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: WE OBSERVED A FULL BOX(15 DOZEN,300 EACH EGG) OF FRESH EGGS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR PREP AREA AT A TEMP OF 68.5F; THE MANAGER STATED EGGS WERE DELIVERED IN THE MORNING. COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN A TEMP OF 41F AND BELOW THE PRODUCT DISCARDED BY THE EMPLOYEE.POUND 10, VALUE 25. PRIORITY VIOLATION: 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: FOOD MUST BE LABELED WITH A COMMON NAME IN THE COOLERS AND STORAGE AREAS. SPECIALLY FOOD REMOVED FROM THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OUT OPENING IS NOT PROTECTED. BOTTOM FRONT DOOR WITH AN 1/2" TO 1" GAP.REPAIR ISSUE.TO MINIMIZE PEST AND INSECT ENTRY

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.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN PREP AREAS IN A SANITIZER BUCKET BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER BETWEEN USE.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: NO CHLORINE CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO CHECK SANITIZING LEVELS FOR THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK SET UP AND IN USE. MUST PROVIDE CHLORINE TEST STRIPS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: DEBRIS AT INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENTS,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: 5-402.13 WE OBSERVED FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS IN BOTH THREE-COMPARTMENT SINKS WASTEWATER BACKING UP ONTO THE FLOOR WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM ALL COMPARTMENTS AT THE SAME TIME. ADVISED TO RELEASE WATER INDIVIDUALLY FROM EVERY SINK COMPARTMENT TILL THE ISSUE IS REPAIRED. MUST REPAIR PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES,SPECIALLY UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,ALONG BASEBOARD WALL,BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENTS ,ETC. MUST KEEP FLOOR DRY THROUGHOUT.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES,SPECIALLY UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,ALONG BASEBOARD WALL,BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENTS ,ETC. MUST KEEP FLOOR DRY THROUGHOUT.

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.