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HOT WOKS COOL SUSHI Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HOT WOKS COOL SUSHI 3930 N PULASKI RD, CHICAGO 60641 Restaurant
July 10, 2013 Canvass License #1914937
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: FOOD IN WALK IN COOLER,AND REACH IN COOLER NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER AND NOT DATED NOR LABELED. MUST LABELED FOODS IN COOLERS.
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: RUBBER SEAL AROUND COLD HOLD UNITS NOT CLEAN. MUST DETAIL CLEAN INNER RUBBER SEAL AROUND DOORS OF COLD HOLD UNITS. MUST INSTALL SPLASH GUARDS TO EXPOSE HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: HALLWAY FLOOR NEXT TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, CHEMICAL ROOM, IS DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR.
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: COVE IS MISSING IN DINNING AREA TOWARD FRONT OF PREMISES . MUST INSTALL COVE.
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: MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE TO MOP SINK. VENTILATION COVERS ARE DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COVERS.
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: MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE TO MOP SINK. VENTILATION COVERS ARE DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COVERS.
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections