I HOP 1229 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: 2-102.14(A)-OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-012(A) NO CITATION ISSUED -

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY IN PLACE AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED -

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-205.11(B) OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT COFFEE STATION WITH EXCESS COFFEE STAINS DUE TO SINK IS USED ALSO HAS A DUMP SINK FOR COFFEE. HAND WASHING SINK MAY NOT BE USED FOR PURPOSE OTHER THAN HANDWASHING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A MINIMUM OF ONE COMPARTMENT SINK AT SAID AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C) NO 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: 5-203.11(A) OBSERVED REAR AREA STORAGE WITH A LARGE DOUGH MIXER ,WHICH IS IN USE(FLOUR AND ENCRUSTED FOOD ON UNIT).NO HAND WASHING SINK INSTALLED AT AREA MENTIONED.AN HANDWASHING SINK MUST BE INSTALLED AT SAID AREA FOR EMPLOYEE TO WASH HANDS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C)NO 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.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: 4-602.11(A)SLIGHT DISCOLORATION AT UPPER PART OF ICE MACHINE,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN,SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN

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: 3-501.16(A)(2) FOUND TCS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE:8 EACH CONTAINERS OF 32oz ORANGE JUICE AT TEMP OF 49.8F TO 52F; 1 EACH OF 3/4 GALLON OF MILK AT TEMP OF 52.9F; 1/2 BOTTLE OF CREAM AT TEMP OF 50.8F; COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 41F AND BELOW. FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY THE MANAGER.POUNDS VALUE . PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED - COS -

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.

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: 3-501.17(A) ALL PREPARED FOODS IN COOLERS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH PRODUCT NAME, AND EXPIRATION DATE WITHIN 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. -

Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.

Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.

Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: 3-603.11 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY REMINDER * STATEMENT FOR THE FOOD PRODUCTS OFFERED. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. - - -

Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.

Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: 4-301.11 FOUND REACH-IN COOLER WITH AIR TEMP OF 47.8F TO 52.2F. COLD UNIT MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 41F OR BELOW. TCS FOOD WERE STORED INSIDE THE MENTIONED UNIT:MILK,ORANGE JUICE ETC. TAGGED UNIT"HELD FOR INSPECTION", DO NOT USE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-307.11 OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA, AWKWARD FOR HAND WASHING, WHEN IN USE WATER SPLASHED WITH POSSIBILITY OF CONTAMINATION.SINK NOT LARGE ENOUGH TO ACCOMMODATE HAND WASHING INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,REPLACE.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-202.12 METAL BASE UNDER TWO ELECTRICAL BURNER STOVE NOT COMPLETELY COVER SAID BASE, INSTRUCTED TO RE-INSTALL SO THE BASE COVERS THE ENTIRE SURFACE AND EASY TO TO CLEAN

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-203.13(A)NO SERVICE SINK/MOP SINK INSTALLED ON SITE.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SAID SINK,MUST BE CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR CLEANING OF MOPS.

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: 5-402.13 WE OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE WAREWASHING SINK WHEN WATER IS TURNED ON FROM FAUCET OR RELEASED FROM COMPARTMENT SINKS,WITH MECHANICAL DRAIN AT SAID SINK AND HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-030(C)

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-504.111 FOUND OUTSIDE RECEPTACLE NOT MAINTAINED NORTH SIDE OF THE RECEPTACLE LIDS ARE BROKEN/CURVE NOT ABLE TO CLOSE TIGHT FITTED TO CONTAINER.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.17(A) FANS ON CEILING ARE EXTREMELY DUSTY IN DINING ROOM,FRONT/REAR PREP AREA AND THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.CLEAN 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: 6-201.11 FLOOR UNDER THE MATS AT FRONT PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR,MISSING GROUT BETWEEN FLOOR TILES,EXCESS FOOD DEBRIS AND WATER.INSTRUCTED TO RE-GROUT SAID FLOOR AREA AND THROUGHOUT DISH ROOM,AND STORAGE

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: 6-201.11 HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP AND ENCRUSTED ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA,UNDER AND BETWEEN COOKING EQUIPMENT,ALONG BASEBOARD WALLS, AND CORNERS(THROUGHOUT),MUST DETAIL CLEAN 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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-202.11 END CAPS ARE MISSING AT LIGHT SHIELD AT REAR AREA/DISH ROOM,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-202.11 END CAPS ARE MISSING AT LIGHT SHIELD AT REAR AREA/DISH ROOM,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.