J & C/El Senor Sombrero, Inc. Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK AND IN WOMEN'S RESTROOM, MAINTAIN.

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.

PROPER COOLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE - Comments: COOKED BEEF IN PREP COOLER AT 101.2F. BEEF PREPARED AT 9AM AND WAS TEMPED AT 12:20PM. MUST COOL FROM 135F TO 70F WITHIN 2 HOURS AND TO 41F OR BELOW IN AN ADDITIONAL 4 HOURS. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED FOOD. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Slow cooling allows spore-forming bacteria like C. perfringens to germinate and multiply to dangerous levels.

Foods must be rapidly cooled to safe temperatures.

Cool from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then to 41°F within 4 additional hours; Use shallow pans, ice baths, cooling wands, or blast chillers; Monitor with thermometer.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: FOUND COOKED TCS FOOD HELD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE: EMPANADAS 47.1F IN COOLER. MUST HOLD COLD FOOD AT 41F OR BELOW. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD. 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.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: FOUND LADLE STORED IN CONTAINER OF FOOD IN COOLER, AND ICE SCOOP STORED IN ICE MACHINE WHERE ENTIRE SCOOP IN TOUCHING ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MUST STORE UTENSILS PROPERLY, MAINTAIN.

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.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: MUST INVERT POTS AND PANS DURING STORAGE, MAINTAIN.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: FOUND MINOR DEBRIS ACCUMULATED INSIDE ICE MACHINE. 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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND LEAKY FAUCET AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR 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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S RESTROOM, MAINTAIN.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF REPAIR: BROKEN TILES UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOOSE WALL BASE BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK BROKEN HANDLE ON ICE SCOOPER MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL OF THE ABOVE.

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: FOUND THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF REPAIR: BROKEN TILES UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOOSE WALL BASE BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK BROKEN HANDLE ON ICE SCOOPER MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL OF THE ABOVE.

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.