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J & J FISH Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

J & J FISH 6659 S DAMEN AVE, CHICAGO 60636 Restaurant
March 6, 2013 Complaint License #1803709
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
4
Major

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST PROPERLY LABEL ALL BULK FOOD ITEM CONTAINERS. (SALT,FLOUR,ETC)
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 #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: DISCARD ALL CRACKED AND BROKEN MULTI USE CONTAINERS AND THERE LIDS.
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE HEAVILY SOILED RUBBER GASKETS AT PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM COOK LINE OR REPLACE. MUST REMOVE RUST FROM THE EXTERIOR LID OF THE GREASE TRAP AND REPAINT. ALSO, REMOVE RUST FROM THE SHELVING UNITS AND THE FAN GUARDS IN WALK IN COOLER AND REPAINT.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL REACH IN COOLERS,INTERIOR OF FRYERS AND THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN DOOR TO STORAGE AREA AND EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND REPAINT. MUST REMOVE HEAVY DIRT,FINGER PRINTS,FOOD SPILLS AND OTHER DEBRIS.
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.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: REPAIR THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE WASHROOM DOOR.
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.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: REPAIR THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE WASHROOM DOOR.
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.

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