HUB'S GYROS II INC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES;OBSERVED COOK PERFORMING MULTIPLE TASKS.OBSERVED COOK HANDLING RAW HAMBURGERS WITH GLOVED HANDS THEN WIPED ON DIRTY APRON THEN WENT ON TO HANDLE HAMBURGER BUNS THEN CHANGED DIRTY GLOVES ALL WITHOUT WASHING HANDS.MUST WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION. MANAGER CORRECTED THE ISSUE.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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED COOKED RICE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 110.1F-120.7F INSIDE OF THE HOT HOLDING UNIT NEXT TO COOKING GRILL.MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 10#'S OF FOOD WORTH $100.00 .INSTRUCTED TO HOT HOLD ALL TCS FOODS AT 135F OR HOTTER AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER.OBSERVED CHICKEN WITH RICE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 51.4F-60.7F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 3#'S OF FOOD WORTH $40.00.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION.

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.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE HAMBURGER REFRIGERATOR LOCATED AT COOKS LINE.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE ACCURATE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS IN REFRIGERATION UNITS.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED GAP OPENING APPROX:1/4" AT BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO GARBAGE DUMPSTER.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR STORING OF FOOD ITEMS OR ELEVATING ARTICLES/EQUIPMENTS.MUST PROPERLY USE RAISED SHELVING 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE COOKING GRILL,DEEP FRYER,INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE AND GASKETS WITH FOOOD DEBRIS IN PREP COOLERS AND STORAGE SHELVINGS WITH SPILLED FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH THE COOKING PREP LINES 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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED MANUAL SINK STOPPER AT BOTTOM OF FAR LEFT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR,LOOSE.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING ISSUE AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND BOXES.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREAS AT ALL TIMES.LIDS/COVERS MUST BE KEPT CLOSED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.MANAGER CORRECTED THE ISSUE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(b),CITATION ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH SPILLED FOOD DEBRIS,LITTER UNDERNEATH THE REAR DRY STORAGE RACKS AND EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP UNDER AND AROUND ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL INCLUDING ALL FLOOR DRAINS AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH SPILLED FOOD DEBRIS,LITTER UNDERNEATH THE REAR DRY STORAGE RACKS AND EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP UNDER AND AROUND ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL INCLUDING ALL FLOOR DRAINS AND MAINTAIN.

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.